DESIGNER 2

DESIGNER 2

Location :

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Date : Sep 11, 2024

Req ID : 39066

Team : E22 CVN HULL STRUCT

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 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

Designs components or portions of systems and modifies existing designs to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations.

Utilizes computer-aided design equipment and / or graphic tools such as, CAD, CAM, NX, or CATIA. Gathers information, makes studies, computes calculations, and prepares original rough layouts, sketches to present design proposal.

Coordinates design criteria with engineering, manufacturing, tooling, material, and planning group such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials, and contractual specifications.

Exclude classifications in which incumbents predominantly perform drafting assignments.

This position is for the E22 CVN68 Class Structural Group supporting RCOH, Fleet Support, and Inactivation Contracts. Prior experience in Nimitz Class Carrier design and specifically RCOH products and processes with a structural background is preferred.

The selected candidate will regularly interface with waterfront trades, other engineering departments, and government personnel.

Must Have

Associate's Degree and 1 years of relevant experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Associate's Degree to meet minimum qualifications :

NNS Apprentice School graduate

Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate

High School / GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

High School / GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

Nice to Have

Experience in AutoCAD, Structural Design / Drafting, and SAP are preferred.

Knowledge of weld sizing, processes, and non-destructive testing.

Experience with or knowledge of the GSO (GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR OVERHAUL OF SURFACE SHIPS) and Navy Fabrication Documents or supplements.

Willingness and ability to support production teams in various settings and scenarios is preferred.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

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.