ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 3

About the role

The Engineering, Technology, and Design (ET&D) Division at HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding is hosting an invite‑only hiring event for qualified Engineer Technicians. Candidates will learn about the division while supporting the design, construction, and maintenance of nuclear‑powered aircraft carriers and submarines. The position involves daily interaction with engineering, planning, quality, and deck‑plate operations to ensure safe, compliant, and high‑quality ship construction and overhaul.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers on a variety of tasks across electrical, mechanical, and structural disciplines.
• Gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.
• Produce engineering documentation, reports, and drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, schematics).
• Perform detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas and conduct preliminary data analyses.
• Use a personal computer to develop analyses, documentation, and reports.
• Conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.
• Support design and construction of Virginia‑ and Columbia‑Class submarines, next‑generation fast‑attack submarine (SSNX), AUKUS‑related submarine work for Australia, nuclear‑powered aircraft carriers, and the first new battleship since WWII (BBGN).
• Work primarily in an office environment with occasional visits to shipyard and production areas, complying with required PPE and shipyard safety procedures.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required.
• Associate’s degree plus 3 years relevant experience, or one of the following equivalents:
  • NNS Apprentice School graduate
  • Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
  • High School/GED with 2 years related manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, or military experience
  • High School/GED with 4 years non‑related manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, or military experience
• Full‑time position, 1st shift.
• Travel required 10 %–25 % of the time.
• No telework eligibility.
• No security clearance required.

Qualifications

• Experience in naval or marine ship design, especially with Navy or DoD programs.
• Expertise in one or more design disciplines: structural, piping, electrical, arrangements, HVAC, or mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of NAVSEA, MIL‑SPEC, ANSI, and ASME standards.
• Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) systems and configuration‑control tools.
• Previous experience as a lead designer or design‑team coordinator.
• Demonstrated research, design, and complex problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with computer‑based software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret technical instructions, drawings, manuals, and follow established processes.
• Capability to manage and track products within an area of responsibility, represent the team in meetings, and brief management on status updates.
• Willingness to serve as an advisor to management, leads, and other customers as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices.
• On‑site health centers and tele‑medicine services.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Retirement savings options (401 K) and financial education tools.
• Life insurance and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts.
• Early‑childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships.
• Comprehensive benefits may vary by division or work location.

Pay

Salary range: $69,000.00 – $88,000.00 (estimated base pay; final compensation determined by experience, qualifications, and other job‑related factors).

Schedule

• Full‑time, 1st shift.
• Travel: 10 %–25 % of the time.
• No telework eligibility.