ENGINEER MECHANICAL 2

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

17d•Onsite

About The Position

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 AUKUS SSNA Program is seeking an Engineer to focus on Ao (Operational Availability). Ao seeks to ensure the ships experience less down time and shorter maintenance availabilities through improved reliability of components, improved maintainability, and improved sustainability. This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with other key stakeholders throughout the SSNA program and will interface with BAE Systems integrated delivery teams (IDTs) to help design portions of the SSNA submarine. The engineer will need to: · Engage with shipyards, customers and other stakeholders to collect feedback for design incorporation. · Have flexibility with work assignments and may perform duties outside of traditional discipline work scope. · Work with multi-discipline teams on incorporation of SSNA design principles · Solve complex spatial integration issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements · Be able to effectively communicate with both internal leadership and external customer(s). · Be prepared to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. · The position will requires individuals who are able to adapt and adjust to support objectives.

Requirements

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 Haves

A technical background with a knowledge of the engineering and design process related to mechanical systems from the concept stage through production and installation
Be innovative, helping to develop and inspire creative solutions
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support the presentation of technical reports and briefs to the Navy, and coordinating with vendors and industry partners
Knowledge of US Navy submarine systems, requirements, system integration, arrangement best practices, and submarine unique considerations is preferred.
Experience in increasing equipment/component lifecycle and reliability
Project management experience
Corrective and preventative maintenance experience
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in groups
Above average skills with Excel and data analysis
NAVY 3-M OARS experience

Responsibilities

Engage with shipyards, customers and other stakeholders to collect feedback for design incorporation.
Have flexibility with work assignments and may perform duties outside of traditional discipline work scope.
Work with multi-discipline teams on incorporation of SSNA design principles
Solve complex spatial integration issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements
Be able to effectively communicate with both internal leadership and external customer(s).
Be prepared to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.
The position will requires individuals who are able to adapt and adjust to support objectives.