ENGINEER ELECTRICAL 4
Huntington Ingalls
- Location
- Newport News, Virginia, United States
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Senior
- Salary
- $124k/yr
About this role
Req ID: 48659 Team: E50 PROP AND REAC ENG PLNG YRD Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework Travel Requirements: Yes, up to 10% of the time Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start Salary Range: $124,000.00 to $153,000.00 The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you. The Role
Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks. Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. This position supports the Hardware Integration group within Department E50. The selected individual will assist with the design, development, testing, installation, and troubleshooting of electronic equipment. Responsibilities include supporting hardware qualification of vendor‑supplied equipment, researching and resolving shipboard hardware issues, preparing technical documentation, and performing other tasks associated with Hardware Integration activities. The role involves regular communication with the Navy, NNL, and engineers/designers across multiple departments through email, phone calls, and in‑person meetings; therefore, strong written and oral communication skills are essential. Proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications and Adobe software is required. Experience with shock and vibration testing or qualification is preferred. Must Have
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. Nice to Have
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical foundation and a willingness to learn and apply knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines. Candidates should have familiarity with computer networking concepts—particularly network-based architecture used in Industrial Control Systems. Experience leading small engineering teams to complete projects or discrete tasks is desired. Familiarity with requirements development is also desirable. We are seeking a technically savvy, proactive self-starter with a track record of managing fast‑moving engineering projects and resolving complex technical issues. The ability to effectively multi‑task is essential. Exceptional oral and written communication skills in English are required, and experience with technical writing is preferred. Additional desirable qualifications include experience with military environmental qualification requirements and testing, as well as exposure to equipment obsolescence management. Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that