ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 4

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Oct 7, 2025

Req ID: 42675
Team: E83 RCT PLT PLG YD ENG
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding
With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, we collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you.

The Role

Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications.

This position is for a senior level structural engineer (E4) in the A4W Reactor Plant Planning Yard (Department E83) supporting the maintenance, overhaul, and modernization of CVN68 Class aircraft carriers. The candidate will lead various efforts in the arena of Ship Alteration development, structural foundation design, nuclear lifting and handling, robotic inspection techniques, and the maintenance of nuclear cognizant structure.

The candidate will have comprehensive knowledge regarding the development of both nuclear and non-nuclear structural ship alteration products as well as their execution by the maintenance activities. Direct experience in this area for CVN68 Class ships is preferred as well as first-hand knowledge of ship arrangements. The candidate requires experience in structural foundation drawings, the fabrication and welding of ship's structure, and non-destructive test requirements for structural welds. The individual must have extensive experience working with nuclear lifting and handling requirements. This includes a demonstrated proficiency with the development of associated component handling procedures and calculation methodologies. Additionally, the ability to support the CVN68 Class operational readiness through adjudication of LARs and other special studies requires efficient work processes, ingenuity, and exceptional communication. Knowledge of protective coatings, corrosion prevention mechanisms, and nuclear shielding is also preferred.

It is intended that this person will oversee larger projects as described above and provide oversight and direction for less experienced engineers in these areas. The individual must possess strong leadership skills, as well as project management, communications, and writing skills. The candidate will also be expected to mentor junior engineers and develop / execute training objectives that will support their growth to fill these leadership roles in the future. The candidate will be a self-starter, highly motivated, and capable of task execution with only general direction. The candidate will be able to develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master’s Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

Sound knowledge of engineering/design processes relating to Navy ship systems and an understanding of ship construction processes
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and in groups with only minimal oversight from management

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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