ENGINEER 1

ENGINEER 1

Location:

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date: Oct 19, 2026

Req ID: 48596

Team: E18 INTGRTD PLNG YD

Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes

Full-Time

Shift: 1st

Relocation: No relocation assistance available

Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework

Travel Requirements: Yes, 50%-75% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

Salary Range: $84,000.00 to $101,000.00

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 Shipbuilding

With 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

This benchmark is intended to be used by companies that have generic classifications engaged in research and/or product development encompassing primarily one or more of the following engineering disciplines: electronics, electrical, mechanical, and/or chemical.

Candidate should have; interest in learning engineering/design processes relating to ship systems; and the ability to interface intelligently with trades, management and the customer. Candidate will be involved with submarine fluid and air systems; as well as various types of mechanical and electrical equipment, including but not limited to valves, pumps, heat exchangers, filters, seals and fasteners. Candidate should have interest in developing a working knowledge of shipyard operations, including component fabrication, assembly and final outfitting. A basic knowledge of dimensional control systems and practices is also highly desirable Effective oral and written communication skills are important for this position. Technical submittals of design proposals, engineering calculations and analyses, drawing reviews, presentations, operating instructions, test procedures, maintenance procedures, work deferral requests, departure from specification requests, etc. will be required. This position may require collaborative work with other internal/external design and/or test engineering personnel; including NAVSEA, Naval shipyards, General Dynamics-Electric Boat, vendors, etc. On-site resolution of issues encountered during construction or overhaul may be required, possibly resulting in some travel.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience.

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

Nice to Have

Candidate for this position will support the engineering of Submarine Fleet Support work. The person filling this role will have good technical writing skills and apply technical rigor to engineering product development. They will also provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult issues while trouble shooting and managing change orders. Expectation is to operate as support for job assignments. Additionally, this position works with Trades, Planning, Projects, and Construction Management to plan and execute off-site Submarine Fleet maintenance periods. Knowledge and experience with Submarine Fleet Support requirements, drawing products, and processes is preferred. Knowledge of basic hull, mechanical, piping, electrical and related information regarding the ship is preferred. Applicant shuold have good analytical and verbal communication skills

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; 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.

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