ENGINEER MECHANICAL 2 Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Apr 2, 2026 Req ID: 46427 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 Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time Clearance Required: Yes- Final Clearance Required to Start \\\\Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding\\\\ With more than 25,000 employees including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were 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. \\\\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 oversight of suppliers with a focus on 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 2 years of relevant exempt experience; Masters 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\\\\ 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. \\+ Capable of pivoting due to unforeseen changes while working in a complex technical environment. \\+ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. \\+ Program management skills. \\\\Why HII\\\\ We build the worlds most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HIIs 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 Americas top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, youll 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 - its 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?\\\\ If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to 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.

A Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program is required, along with two years of relevant exempt experience. Alternatively, a Master's Degree and zero years of relevant professional experience are acceptable. Experience with propulsion plant components, their development, qualification, and manufacturing is considered beneficial. Additionally, experience with procurement specifications and ensuring supplier adherence to requirements is noted as useful. Proficiency in conflict resolution, the ability to adapt to changes in complex technical environments, and strong communication and program management skills are also desirable.