ENGINEER ELECTRICAL 2

Employer description

Req ID: 49864 
Team: E11 SUBMARINE ENGINEERING - ADVANCED PROPULSION 
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, 10%-25% of the time 

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start 

​Salary Range: $89,000.00 to $110,000.00

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.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

Strong proficiency in MATLAB, including developing, validating, and maintaining electrical engineering models and simulations.
Solid understanding of electrical system modeling, signal processing, controls, and dynamic system analysis.
Hands-on experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems, including setup, testing, troubleshooting, and model integration.
Working knowledge of modern programming practices and soft coding skills in languages such as: C++, Python, (Optional additions: C, Simulink scripting, embedded coding)
Ability to interpret and analyze complex engineering requirements and apply them to model-based designs.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a technical team environment.
Effective communication skills—able to explain technical concepts clearly to peers, management, and cross-functional teams.
Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.
Experience developing real-time models for HIL systems 
Background in embedded systems or control algorithms.
Experience with Simulink/State flow model development, testing, and optimization.
Understanding of power electronics, motor control, or related domains (optional depending on your team).
Ability to document modeling requirements, test procedures, and verification results clearly and accurately.
Exposure to Agile or iterative development processes.
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.

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