MGR ENGINEERING 2

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Jun 8, 2026

Req ID: 47535
Team: E46 SHIP SURVABLTY
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: 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. 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

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager to lead our Hydrodynamic Design Team. As a strong team leader, you will have the opportunity to influence the design of the next generation fast attack submarine, as well as other Navy programs. You will be responsible for leading a team of specialty engineers who perform both R&D and engineering analysis and design for Hydroacoustics, Hydrodynamics, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD).

Key Responsibilities:
• Leadership: Assign and manage projects to ensure efficient execution, and provide guidance and direction to the team.
• Innovation: Encourage the team to develop solutions and processes that enhance efficiency and quality.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to foster the professional growth of the team, and help team members develop their skills and expertise.
• Budget Management: Manage the team’s budget, and ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Communication: Regularly communicate with the team, peers, management, and leaders across departments, including NAVSEA, to ensure that projects are well-coordinated and that stakeholders are informed.

What We Offer:
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment with a team of experienced and talented engineers.
• The chance to work on high-profile projects, including the design of the next generation fast attack submarine.

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 Hydroacoustics, Hydrodynamics, and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) is highly desirable.
• Coaching and mentoring experience is also preferred, as you will be responsible for guiding and supporting the professional growth of the team.

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.