MANAGER ENGINEERING 2 - FUTURE SUB MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Jul 18, 2026
Req ID: 48303
Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED PROPULSION
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: Yes, up to 10% of the time
Clearance Required: Yes- Final Clearance Required to Start
?Salary Range: $142,000.00 to $178,000.00
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
The Advanced Propulsion team is seeking a highly skilled and motivated leader to oversee the development and optimization of propulsion plant fluid systems and components for future submarines, including future VIRGINIA Class, SSN(X), and SSN(A). This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the design and enhancement of systems, improving performance, cost, and maintainability, for what will become the Navy's premier attack submarine platform.
As an engineering manager, you will be responsible for technical oversight, work management, and leadership of an experienced and developing group of engineers. This position is a perfect blend of new design work and leadership development, providing you with an opportunity to grow both professionally and personally. The successful candidate will have a well-established relationship with Electric Boat, Naval Nuclear Laboratory, and Naval Reactors or the ability to build one, as collaboration on design products is vital to the role's success.
Join us in shaping the future of fast attack submarines and making a significant contribution to the Navy's capabilities. If you are a highly skilled and motivated leader with a passion for engineering excellence, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master's Degree and 4 years of relevant experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
The most successful candidate will have the following:
Specific knowledge of the design of VCS, SEAWOLF, and SSN 688 Class submarines and an understanding of how technical requirements vary between the different classes. Additional knowledge of CVN 68 and CVN 78 Class design is a plus.
Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program operational and maintenance experience for either submarines or aircraft carriers.
Experience with or an understanding of the interdisciplinary interactions and program management necessary to successfully lead a new design program.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to support the development and presentation of technical reports and briefs to internal and external stakeholder leadership.
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.
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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