HII
ENGINEER ELECTRICAL 5/COMPONENT DESIGN
Job ID
42668
Location and Position Details Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING – ADVANCED PROPULSION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Employment type: Full‑time
Shift: 1st
Relocation assistance: Available
Telework: No
Travel: 10%–25% of the time
Clearance required: Final clearance required to start
Company Overview Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding – a division with more than 25,000 employees, the largest industrial employer in Virginia, and 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 ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in a 135‑year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.
Role Description Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. This position is intended for the advanced technology development groups in Department E11. The incumbent will lead the technical development of electrical components associated with advanced submarine propulsion plant designs and regularly communicates with Navy, NAVSEA, NNL, and shipyard engineers and technical staff via various platforms.
Must Have
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.
Nice to Have
Strong technical background in submarine and/or aircraft carrier electrical system designs.
Demonstrated ability to propose new electrical system and component design ideas and then lead a team of engineers in the conceptual design, development, testing, and fielding of the final product.
Recognition in the shipbuilding technical community as a subject matter expert in electrical systems and/or power system components.
Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, 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.
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, 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. At HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth.
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.
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.
Referral Notice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HII by 2x.
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Location and Position Details Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING – ADVANCED PROPULSION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required: Yes
Employment type: Full‑time
Shift: 1st
Relocation assistance: Available
Telework: No
Travel: 10%–25% of the time
Clearance required: Final clearance required to start
Company Overview Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding – a division with more than 25,000 employees, the largest industrial employer in Virginia, and 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 ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. Anchored in a 135‑year history, we collaborate at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world.
Role Description Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. This position is intended for the advanced technology development groups in Department E11. The incumbent will lead the technical development of electrical components associated with advanced submarine propulsion plant designs and regularly communicates with Navy, NAVSEA, NNL, and shipyard engineers and technical staff via various platforms.
Must Have
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.
Nice to Have
Strong technical background in submarine and/or aircraft carrier electrical system designs.
Demonstrated ability to propose new electrical system and component design ideas and then lead a team of engineers in the conceptual design, development, testing, and fielding of the final product.
Recognition in the shipbuilding technical community as a subject matter expert in electrical systems and/or power system components.
Benefits We offer comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, 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.
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, 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. At HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth.
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.
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.
Referral Notice Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at HII by 2x.
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