ENGINEER ELECTROMECHANICAL 4

Job Description

ENGINEER ELECTROMECHANICAL 4

Location :

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date : Oct 6, 2025

Req ID : 42974

Team : E46 SHIP SURVABLTY

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 : No - Clearance Not Required to Start

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. 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

Applies electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components; and quality testing. Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.

Newport News Shipbuilding team is seeking a highly motivated and talented individual with extensive technical expertise and / or naval design, testing and analysis experience to support our acoustics program. This leadership will focus on supporting our Newport News Shipbuilding Acoustics group in Department E46. The selected individual is expected to be fully proficient, mentor and teach other acoustic methods, advanced analysis, and testing principals for all navy programs. Experience in modeling, analyze, tracking and perform assessments of acoustic transmission paths is key to this position and meeting requirements.

This is a senior level position and the ideal candidate will have the following : leadership experience, collaboration and engagement with Naval Reactors (NR), Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), NAVSEA 05, Electric Boat, and other Navy technical labs and subject matter experts (SME). Candidate should have excellent communication skills, earn respect, and clearly present technical approaches and findings both verbally and in writing. This position can expect direct engagement, travel, communication and developing a one-on-one relationship / bond with our key Navy customers, Naval Reactors, NNL, Electric Boat and Navy Warfare Centers. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD SECRET level clearance.

Must Have

• Bachelor's Degree and 9 years of relevant exempt experience;
• Master's Degree and 7 years of relevant professional experience;

Ph.D. and 4 years of experience.

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

Nice to Have

Experience and / or theoretical work in acoustics or vibrations is preferred in order to analyze acoustic engineering issues in ship designs. Knowledge or experience with US Navy mechanical ship systems is highly desired, ideally a US Navy veteran with an engineering background. The successful candidate must be detail-oriented, and able to work in a team environment in order to achieve goals and meet timelines. The candidate should be a quick learner and able to apply new skills to perform acoustic analysis on new ship designs or concepts. Candidate will be a leader, teacher, self-starter, able to work independently, and perform engineering acoustic analyses with documented rigor. Experience with acoustic transfer functions, transmission path analysis, acoustic level predictions, acoustic or vibration testing, ship or systems engineering, use of MATLAB is a plus. Experience with analysis methods, tools and software for assessing and analyzing acoustic performance in all frequency bands.

Demonstrated leadership and design experience in the operational / theoretical / applied / acoustic design and maintenance of Los Angeles, Seawolf, and / or Virginia class submarines is valuable. Ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of naval nuclear propulsion plant principles of operation, maintenance, and support. Experience and / or course work in acoustics, aeroacoustics, dynamics, vibrations, and signal processing is preferred in order to assess, resolve and direct acoustic engineering solutions and improvements in ship designs.

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.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] 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.