engineer project 5

Req ID: 44258 

Team: O04 QUAL ASSUR ENG 

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.

NNS is seeking an experienced engineer to support the Quality Assurance Engineering (QAE) department. This Engineer 5 will maintain local technical authority for the non-nuclear implementation of outfitting and/or material control processes (e.g., NAVSEA 0948-LP Additionally, this candidate will work with internal and external Tech Warrant Holders that impact quality processes. This Engineer 5 is responsible for QAE's interpretation of technical requirements executed by technical manuals, standards, and contracts.  

This candidate will create and maintain technical partnerships across the enterprise. They will coordinate with other functional areas to identify and address problems, evaluate data, develop solutions/recommendations to solve problems, and optimize performance.   This candidate will provide technical leadership through identification and implementation of process improvement initiatives that support Quality Assurance Engineering's key performance measurements, vision, and strategy. They will provide training and mentoring to build QAE's and Q&TS's technical bench.   The Incumbent should have a questioning attitude, a desire to learn and solve problems while working with personnel at all levels and within different functional areas of the company.  

Ability to obtain a DoD Clearance.

Researches, develops, designs, and/or tests components, equipment, systems, and networks in one or more engineering disciplines. May design equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. Applies engineering principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

Bachelor's Degree and 14 years of relevant exempt experience 

Master's Degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience; 

Ph.D. and 9 years of experience.

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

• Working knowledge of outfitting processes (e.g., mechanical, electrical) and/or certification apply to shipbuilding (e.g., work, systems, and hulls )
• Training in Process Improvement/RCA (e.g., LEAN, Six Sigma, CI methodologies, problem solving, and/or process management)
• Experience with SAP reporting and transactions
• Experience with data analysis

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? 

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