ENGINEER 2 - SYSTEM INTEGRATION TESTING

Req ID: 44503

Team: E70 A1B PROPULSION PLANT PLANNING YARD

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, up to 10% 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

This position is intended for the Propulsion Plant Data Entry/Display Terminal (PP-DE/DT) team within the Control and Information Systems (CIS) section of Department E70 (Propulsion Plant Planning Yard). This multidisciplinary team is responsible for lifecycle management of a commercial laptop system (the PP-DE/DT) used to support maintenance and operation of propulsion plant components and systems. This includes configuration management of all associated software (OS and combination of COTS and custom applications) and hardware (laptop, accessories, and interface cables).

The position may be responsible for manual software (acceptance) testing, problem solving (including troubleshooting of connected electrical and electromechanical systems), technical writing, and other efforts associated with the PP-DE/DT’s lifecycle management. This may include preparation and/or peer review of interdepartmental memos, liaison action request responses, testing documentation, process guides, etc. This position may occasionally communicate with the Navy, NNL, outside vendors, and frequently communicate with management/engineers across the PPPY and other NNS departments via email, phone, and meetings.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 2 years of relevant exempt experience;

Master’s Degree and 0 year of relevant professional experience

Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.

Nice to Have

The Ideal Candidate Will Exhibit The Following Qualities

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivated and able to prioritize work with limited oversight
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
• High degree of organizational skills and attention to detail
• Innovative thinker with a focus on continuous improvement
• Experience using MS Windows

Preferred Qualifications Include

• Experience developing detailed technical correspondence for a broad audience
• Linux (e.g., RHEL) experience
• Networking protocol experience
• Configuration/change management experience
• Requirements management experience
• Knowledge management experience
• Manual software testing experience
• Testing automation experience

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 [email protected] 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.