MGR ENGINEERING 3

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Jan 8, 2026

Req ID: 44885
Team: E92 E&D DIGITAL ENTERPRISE
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 position is responsible for leading the development and adoption of Digital Engineering and Model Based Engineering (MBE) practices at Newport News Shipbuilding. Digital Engineering is an approach to product development, manufacturing, and lifecycle support that uses a digital models to drive all engineering activities. These models include system engineering, analytical, and design models. As shipbuilding transforms digitally, it is imperative that the Engineering, Technology, and Design organization lead the way in leveraging this approach to elevate our engineering practices through integration of product design information, analyses, and AI. This information forms the basis for a digital thread that drives processes throughout the life of our ships.

Specifically, this leader will:
· Lead a talented, engaged team focused on advancing the state-of-the-art in engineering and design practices
· Establish standards, procedures and training to support adoption and execution of Digital Engineering practices internal and external to NNS
· Lead the vision, development and implementation of toolsets to enable Digital Engineering practices
· Standardize delivery of model based engineering data across programs
· Lead the adoption of Digital Lifecycle Sustainment and Digital Engineering practices with the Navy
· Be the AI lead for ET&D to support coordination of AI initiatives with the CTO

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience; PhD 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 will have the following qualities:
· Exceptional leadership skills
· A collaborative approach for working across divisional lines
· Experience with engineering design practices and digital toolsets
A penchant for critical thinking, innovation and strategic thought

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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