Engineer Mechanical 2
About The Position
This position is for a Mechanical Engineer 2 on the Quality Assurance Engineering – Nuclear team at Newport News Shipbuilding. The team is responsible for the Nuclear Quality Management System at NNS and owns processes and procedures governing critical quality matters for shipyard operations, inspection, and engineering. The team collaborates to improve processes, eliminate waste, and streamline workflows, and coordinates NAVSEA 08 evaluations twice a year. The engineer will support initiatives that protect and improve the Nuclear Certification Program, advance quality practices and digital tools, develop procedures for nuclear components, systems, and testing, and help investigate nuclear problems. The role involves collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to support adherence to quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience, or a Master's degree and 0 years of relevant professional experience.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Intimate understanding of the NAVEA 0989-062-4000 Naval Nuclear Quality Assurance Manual.
- Willingness to learn and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with diverse engineering and Quality professionals.
- Commitment to continuous learning and innovation in nuclear technology and Quality practices.
- Demonstrable understanding of nuclear project technology or testing at NNS.
- Proven track record in Quality Manufacturing or Nuclear Quality Assurance.
Responsibilities
- Support the Nuclear Certification Council and its initiatives to mitigate identified risks to the Nuclear Certification Program.
- Support improvement initiatives that streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency across Navy Nuclear Programs.
- Support the adoption of digital tools and technologies for Quality Assurance.
- Develop and refine procedures to ensure Nuclear components, systems, and tests meet applicable regulations and quality expectations.
- Support Nuclear Problem Investigations to determine root causes and prevent recurrence of failures.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support coordination and adherence to Quality standards.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices.
- On-site health centers and telemedicine.
- Wellness resources and 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.
- Educational and training programs for career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
