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Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII

ENGINEER ELECTRICAL 2

Newport News Shipbuilding, A Division of HII, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600

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Team: E01 ENGRG & DESIGN

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: Relocation assistance will be 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. 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.

About The Role Electrical Engineer will support the design, development, and integration of electrical and combat systems for U.S. Navy submarines and aircraft carriers. The engineer will validate system and subsystem requirements, manage system interfaces, and ensure compliance with technical and performance standards.

Key Responsibilities

Support the design and development of electrical and combat systems.

Establish system and subsystem design requirements from top-level specifications.

Manage system interfaces and ensure integrated functionality.

Develop and execute verification and validation procedures.

Identify, design, and integrate components and subsystems to meet performance requirements.

Lead or contribute to the creation of technical deliverables and reports.

Coordinate with design, test, and construction teams.

Support power generation and distribution system design and integration efforts.

Skills & Experience

Strong knowledge of electrical distribution and protection systems.

Experience or coursework in one or more of the following: Sonar Systems, Computer/Data System Integration, Radio System Integration, Cabling, Requirement Management and System Engineering Approach, Power Distribution or Power Generation, Control Systems, Ability to read and understand system schematics and drawings, Familiarity with MATLAB/Simulink or similar modeling tools, Understanding of control systems and PID control loops, Experience or familiarity with submarine or carrier electrical systems and propulsion plants, Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven technical writing ability, Experience working in multi-disciplinary engineering teams.

Must Have Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience. Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

Experience with submarine or carrier programs (Virginia Class, CVN Class).

SAP, TeamCenter, NGP, or NX software experience.

Hands‑on experience with acoustic analysis, US Navy mechanical or fluid ship systems, rotating equipment, generators, or motor controls.

Systems Engineering or Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience using Cameo or MATLAB Systems Composer.

Experience with acoustic transfer functions, making acoustic predictions, performing acoustic or vibration testing, ship or systems engineering, and performing digital signal processing.

Understanding of integrated electric systems, microgrids, and renewable energy integration.

Prior leadership, testing, or shipyard integration experience.

Familiarity with Navy power distribution systems and related components.

DOD Security Clearance is preferred, but not required to start.

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.

Benefits 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.

EEO Statement 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.

How to Apply 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. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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