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VIRGINIA-CLASS BLOCK VII/BVIII PROGRAM DIRECTOR
HII, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
VIRGINIA-CLASS BLOCK VII/BVIII PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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VIRGINIA-CLASS BLOCK VII/BVIII PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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Req ID: 44675 – Team: O93 NSSN PROGRAM – Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding – US Citizenship required – Full-Time – Shift: 1st – Relocation assistance available – Telework not available – Travel: 10-25% – Clearance required: Final Clearance at start.
About HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees, HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding is 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.
Role Overview This position is responsible for the preparation and execution of VCS Block VII/VIII, including serving as the company’s Attack Submarine Capacity & Long-range Expansion (SCALE) Program lead, preparing construction and value stream for Block VII/VIII design changes, and leading program management of the VCS design model cutover.
SCALE Effort Sub-teams
Supply Base – develop framework for material procurement to enable SCALE without impeding BV/BVI co-production.
Contracts – identify potential contracting structures to enable SCALE execution without impeding BV/BVI co-production.
Technical Authorities – identify potential expansions of local authority and governing procedures.
Systems Integration – design processes and systems to independently perform all parts of the value stream, including transfer of information with the design yard.
Operations & Facilities – define manufacturing & assembly plan to execute SCALE and oversee implementation of SCALE infrastructure projects.
Workforce – identify SCALE unique workforce development demands and potential structures to satisfy them.
Main Responsibilities
Develop and implement a manufacturing assembly plan to plan, procure, fabricate, construct, outsource, outfit, test, certify, and deliver a Virginia‑class submarine.
Establish engineering, planning, and construction networks and systems that consume the entire WBS enabling SUBSAFE and Fly‑by‑Wire URO/URU certification.
Ensure design, build and sustain changes within Block VII/VIII are fully understood and completed within a timeframe supporting program execution.
Responsible for safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance for the AOR.
Participate in negotiations for design, planning and execution contracts and ensure contract changes are incorporated as required.
Coordinate preparation of labor and business plans, operating budgets and facility utilization plans.
Act as primary customer contact for program activities, leading review sessions with the customer (PMS 450, NAVSEA 08, SUPSHIP‑NN, Ship’s force, Electric Boat and NRRO) to discuss safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
Ensure continuous improvement and learning is incorporated to accelerate program performance.
Coordinate value‑stream support and program priorities across engineering, IPPC, SCM, MANU, etc.
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify problems/opportunities and obtain solutions via Risk Management program (EROMS).
Direct work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus a minimum of 10 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience.
OR Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and 8 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Program Management experience at the major program level, preferably a submarine or submarine‑related program (or equivalent).
Ability to travel regularly and with flexibility to do so on short notice.
Experience leading complex matters to successful conclusion across multiple stakeholders.
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 at every stage.
Benefits include 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.
Equal Opportunity 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.
Reasonable Accommodation If you need assistance, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance (press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding).
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VIRGINIA-CLASS BLOCK VII/BVIII PROGRAM DIRECTOR
role at HII.
Req ID: 44675 – Team: O93 NSSN PROGRAM – Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding – US Citizenship required – Full-Time – Shift: 1st – Relocation assistance available – Telework not available – Travel: 10-25% – Clearance required: Final Clearance at start.
About HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees, HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding is 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.
Role Overview This position is responsible for the preparation and execution of VCS Block VII/VIII, including serving as the company’s Attack Submarine Capacity & Long-range Expansion (SCALE) Program lead, preparing construction and value stream for Block VII/VIII design changes, and leading program management of the VCS design model cutover.
SCALE Effort Sub-teams
Supply Base – develop framework for material procurement to enable SCALE without impeding BV/BVI co-production.
Contracts – identify potential contracting structures to enable SCALE execution without impeding BV/BVI co-production.
Technical Authorities – identify potential expansions of local authority and governing procedures.
Systems Integration – design processes and systems to independently perform all parts of the value stream, including transfer of information with the design yard.
Operations & Facilities – define manufacturing & assembly plan to execute SCALE and oversee implementation of SCALE infrastructure projects.
Workforce – identify SCALE unique workforce development demands and potential structures to satisfy them.
Main Responsibilities
Develop and implement a manufacturing assembly plan to plan, procure, fabricate, construct, outsource, outfit, test, certify, and deliver a Virginia‑class submarine.
Establish engineering, planning, and construction networks and systems that consume the entire WBS enabling SUBSAFE and Fly‑by‑Wire URO/URU certification.
Ensure design, build and sustain changes within Block VII/VIII are fully understood and completed within a timeframe supporting program execution.
Responsible for safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance for the AOR.
Participate in negotiations for design, planning and execution contracts and ensure contract changes are incorporated as required.
Coordinate preparation of labor and business plans, operating budgets and facility utilization plans.
Act as primary customer contact for program activities, leading review sessions with the customer (PMS 450, NAVSEA 08, SUPSHIP‑NN, Ship’s force, Electric Boat and NRRO) to discuss safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
Ensure continuous improvement and learning is incorporated to accelerate program performance.
Coordinate value‑stream support and program priorities across engineering, IPPC, SCM, MANU, etc.
Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules, identify problems/opportunities and obtain solutions via Risk Management program (EROMS).
Direct work of employees assigned to the program from technical, manufacturing and administrative areas.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline plus a minimum of 10 years of applicable, progressive professional and/or supervisory work experience.
OR Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and 8 years of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Program Management experience at the major program level, preferably a submarine or submarine‑related program (or equivalent).
Ability to travel regularly and with flexibility to do so on short notice.
Experience leading complex matters to successful conclusion across multiple stakeholders.
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 at every stage.
Benefits include 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.
Equal Opportunity 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.
Reasonable Accommodation If you need assistance, please send an e‑mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance (press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding).
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