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Req ID: 48331 Team: E01 ENGRG & DESIGN Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-TimeShift: 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: $89,000.00 to $110,000.00 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 Meet HII’s Newport News ShipbuildingWith 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. 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 The Structural Engineer will serve as a key team member supporting the design, analysis, integration, and testing of submarine/carrier structural systems and components to meet U.S. Navy, SUBSAFE, and shipyard standards. The position involves both engineering design and hands-on field support in a fast-paced shipyard environment, working closely with design teams and trades personnel.Key ResponsibilitiesStructural system design, integration, and testing activities for submarine/carrier hull structures, foundations, supports, and mechanical interfaces. • Perform detailed structural analysis, stress evaluation, and load path verification • Support of shipboard structural modifications, fabrication of equipment foundations, and shipboard corrosion evaluation / mitigation• Develop, review, and execute structural procedures, and certification documentation. • Support ship construction and outfitting by evaluating non-conformances, developing repair recommendations, and verifying implementation. • Conduct shipchecks to confirm as-built conditions and ensure design compliance with engineering standards. • Interface with NAVSEA, Electric Boat, and internal departments to coordinate design and testing activities and resolve technical issues. • Provide on-site engineering support to resolve field issues related to alignment, fit-up, welding, and dimensional control. • Prepare and present technical reports, analyses, and recommendations to management and external customers. Analyzes, researches and develops structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs. Analyzes damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis. Tools utilized may include CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications.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 • Familiarity with welding, fabrication, and assembly processes in a shipyard environment. • Experience with FEA tools such as Teamcenter, ABAQUS and NASTRAN, FORTRAN, Matlab, python, etc. or similar• Knowledge of structural response and design requirements for surface ship or submarines• Structural design analysis experience• Ability to interpret and review engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with trades, management, and government customers. • Strong problem-solving, leadership, and mentoring skills with the ability to manage small project teams. • DOD Security Clearance is preferred, but not required to start.Why HIIWe 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. Working at HII is more than a job - it’s 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 View email address on click.appcast.io 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding. ​