ENGINEER SYSTEMS TEST 4
Huntington Ingalls

Job Info

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Req ID: 40282
Team: E25 TEST ENGINEERING
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 Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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

Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints. Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for completing systems. Coordinates integrated testing activities. Reviews and evaluates test requirements to ensure completeness of test program. Performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.

The position is for the Test Engineering Carrier Outfitting Team. The System Engineer 4's role is to ensure testing executed by the Carrier Outfitting Team meets design criteria, government specifications, contractual requirements, and program needs. The System Engineer 4 shall help lead the team in continuous development to ensure the team meets company objectives, including: safety, cost, schedule, and quality goals.

Normal Daily Responsibilities to Include:

• Provide a technical review of critical test procedures for issuance, alterations, and sign offs.
• Provide resolution of shipboard issues identified through the test program.
• Coordinate with various internal and external stakeholders to execute the test program on the Carrier New Construction Program and In Service Carrier Program.
• Develop team processes for incorporation of digital shipbuilding products into the Outfitting test procedures.
• Develop and deliver training on various material subjects and how to write robust procedures for the team.

Must Have

An ABET 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.

Nice to Have

The ideal candidate should will have the following:

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Experience leading engineering evaluations and troubleshooting of a variety of electrical and mechanical components
• Experience leading the operation of major systems in a shipboard environment
• Robust knowledge of various Carrier Outfitting systems, to include: AC Plants, Ventilation, Potable Water, Alarm & Monitoring Systems, Waste Processing, Compartment Closure, and other various habitability systems
• Good communication methods and skills to coordinate with Waterfront Construction Management, Design and Construction Engineering, Test Engineering, SUPSHIP, NAVSEA, and Ships Force
• Capacity to evaluate problems relative to impact on the overall plan/schedule and formulate mitigating action plans
• Understanding of the importance of safety, cost, schedule, and quality with respect to the company's product

Why HII
We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII's diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and 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, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.

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