ENGINEER MECHANICAL 4 - ADVANCED SUBMARINE DESIGN

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

19d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves researching, planning, designing, and developing mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines, and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for the production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. The engineer will apply research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines. The Future Submarine Platform Mechanical team is seeking highly skilled and experienced engineers and leaders to join their diverse, dynamic, and dedicated team working across multiple submarine design programs. This position offers a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape critical functions and novel capabilities for the next generation of fast attack submarines. The Future Submarine program supports both SSN(X) and AUKUS attack submarine programs, as well as special projects in the Undersea Warfare program. The mechanical team is responsible for the concept design, development, and execution of complex mechanical systems across the non-propulsion areas of the submarines, including payload launch and recovery, control surfaces, HVAC, chill water, masts, and many others. The successful candidate will team with the customer, vendors, and industry to develop these systems, molding what will become the world’s most advanced and capable submarines.

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.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Strong technical background with a comprehensive knowledge of the engineering and design process related to mechanical systems from the concept stage through ship integration
Team facilitator and innovator, helping to inspire creative solutions to challenging design goals
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to NNS leadership or the customer, and coordinating with vendors and industry partners

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of submarine mechanical systems and how they interface with structural, electrical, and other mechanical systems
An understanding of an array of mechanical products, such as hydraulic and electric actuators, linkages/cam-sliders, pumps and valves, HVAC systems, structural weldments, welded or fastened joints, and others
Experience in traditional and computer-based methodologies for the design and analysis of components
The ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture within a diverse set of team members and stakeholders
Exhibit an openness to continuous learning and development in a dynamic environment
Operational experience on commissioned or under construction Navy vessels is a plus

Responsibilities

Provide technical leadership and oversight to a team developing submarine mechanical systems
Guide the development of innovative new designs and provide technical leadership and mentorship to the team
Coordinate with customer counterparts and conduct periodic briefs to the customer and working groups
Oversee the work of supporting team members and review technical products
Travel periodically to naval bases/facilities, vendors, conferences, or other NNS facilities