ENGINEER MECHANICAL 4
About The Position
Newport News Shipbuilding is hiring an Engineer 4 to serve in the role of lead engineer for the R&D Advanced Technology and Innovation Pipeline (ATIP) Program funded via the Naval Nuclear Laboratory. This position will be within the Technology Development group, with a focus on evaluating, developing, and managing high risk, high reward projects in this portfolio. Qualified candidates will possess a background in nuclear engineering and/or other shipbuilding experience. Exceptional leadership ability, judgment, and experience is necessary to succeed in this role. 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.
Requirements
- 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
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
Nice To Haves
- Experience or knowledge pertaining to Nuclear engineering is desired, but not a requirement.
Responsibilities
- Support R&D programs as a subject matter expert in the projects under the ATIP portfolio
- Integrate and coordinate efforts between multiple organizations within the Navy, NNL, HII, industry and other participating activities.
- Engage in frequent communication with NNL technical experts and program managers.
- Serve as program manager for the ATIP portfolio.
- Guide R&D planning activities within and external to the Technology Development group.
- Coordinate with program managers and project leads across HII improve efficiency and knowledge sharing.
- Expand the ATIP project portfolio as a means to increase shipyard efficiencies and capacity.
Benefits
- medical
- prescription drug
- dental
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
