MGR ENGINEERING 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Sep 25, 2025

Req ID: 43056
Team: E12 SUB ENGRG-HULL
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

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

Travel Requirement: No

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

This leadership position is for a submarine hull structures group in Department E12. The selected individual will be responsible for leading a highly engaged team of designers and engineers that support In-Service Submarine overhaul efforts as well as Planning Yard ShipAlt development and designs. The successful candidate will be responsible for the planning, execution, and statusing of various structural tasks while maintaining insight of in-yard overhaul developments in the discipline; timely reaction to all this must meet schedule, cost, and quality objectives. Candidate must have background in structure discipline and be capable of applying technical expertise to structural design engineering principles to address problems. Candidate must also be able to communicate effectively and ensure technical requirements in writing are presented clearly to trades. This individual will interface with internal departments and several external contacts including SUPSHIP and NAVSEA.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience.

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

Nice to Have

The ideal candidate should have previous experience in detailed analysis of submarine structures utilizing both Classical and Finite Element methods of analysis. Additionally, the candidate should have previous experience in the methodologies to restrain and analyze outfitting items. The candidate should have specific knowledge of the design of SSN 688 Class, SEAWOLF and VCS submarines and an understanding of how the technical requirements vary between the different classes of ships. Related engineering section responsibilities include coordinating, assigning and checking work, training and developing engineers, conducting performance reviews and maintain a professional atmosphere within the engineering section. The ability to simultaneously review, track, guide, and approve multiple tasks is critical to position success.

• Understanding of SUBSAFE and Re-Entry Control requirements
• Experience in requirements for fabrication, welding, and inspection of submarine structure
• Familiarity in 2D drawing development and/or 2D drawing comprehension
• Knowledge of SAP and SharePoint tools

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.

Apply now »