Req ID: 47727
Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED PROPULSION
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 Requirements: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $99,000.00 to $122,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

The Role

Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.

The position is in new submarine propulsion plant design. Specifically, the candidate will work on propulsion plant components, which may include heat exchangers, pumps, valves, and or equipment mounts. The position requires the individual to provide documents with excellent technical rigor balanced with schedule and cost performance. Individuals in this position must establish and maintain positive stakeholder and customer relationships while balancing competing priorities to ensure trust and alignment of expectations are sustained.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.

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

Nice to Have

Ideal candidate will have the following:

• Experience in propulsion plant components and the steps required to develop, qualify, and manufacture a final design.
• Experience with procurement specifications, their development and ensuring suppliers adherence to those requirements.
• Proficiency in conflict resolution while maintaining a strong focus on achieving common objectives
• Adept in pivoting due to unforeseen changes while working in a complex technical environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Program management skills.