MGR ENGINEERING 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Mar 5, 2026

Req ID: 45815
Team: E70 A1B PROPULSION PLANT PLANNING YARD
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: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: Yes- Final Clearance 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 requisition is for an Engineering Manager 2 in the Propulsion Reactor Engineering Planning Yard (PREPY). This manager will lead a group in providing engineering, logistical and vendor support for CVN 78 Class valves. The group provides engineering support for valve development, qualification, procurement and operation.

Major functions include:
• Maintain several Navy and commercial valve drawings and their related technical manuals
• Develop and qualify new or modified valve designs or obsolete components
• Provide engineering analyses and design studies on a diverse range of problems
• Provide Fleet, New Construction, Shipyard and Navy Supply System support
• Support the commercial vendor base

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

Experience in project management to manage multiple projects simultaneously, including prioritizing, planning, scheduling, tracking and reviewing the work of engineers while maintaining quality, schedule and budget.
Strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills to proactively and effectively communicate with team members, NAVSEA 08, NNS Waterfront Construction, Naval Shipyards, NAVSUP, Planning Yards and equipment manufacturers.
Strong written communication skills, with attention to detail, in order to consistently present high quality problem solutions as submittals to customers.
Ability to self-initiate assignments, able to lead teams as well as individuals, and demonstrate/teach/instruct engineering analyses with documented rigor.
Ability to develop engineering talent to have the skills necessary to resolve increasingly complex problems
Knowledge of the Naval Reactors program is desirable.
Knowledge of the CVN 78 Class propulsion plant valves and miscellaneous equipment design, qualification, and operation is preferred.
Past experience in implementing innovative technology to improve a design or process.
Ability to obtain RADCON qualifications and being able to physically access a wide variety of work sites including those aboard ships under various stages of overhaul or repair (involves tight, low or high spaces involving climbing ladders, kneeling, stooping, etc.) are preferred.

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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