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The Role This position is to lead Manufacturing Engineering activities in the Steel Fabrication Assembly (SFA) shops.
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US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Travel Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $150,000.00 to $185,000.00
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.
This position is to lead Manufacturing Engineering activities in the Steel Fabrication Assembly (SFA) shops. Develops, analyzes, researches, and designs maintenance strategies for keeping equipment running with minimal downtime. Uses engineering principles, LEAN principles and equipment knowledge to specify appropriate methods to support the design of equipment strategies to maximize throughput. Coordinates the efforts of the X50 Manufacturing Engineers located in the SFA shops to accomplish production goals across the enterprise. Prepares technical documentation in order to implement waterfront engineering support processes including specifications, analyses, standards, and restrictions. Evaluates and develops new or modifies existing equipment to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of production methods. Is recognized as an industry expert in Manufacturing Engineering effectiveness to improve manufacturing production schedule and quality of product.
Lead Manufacturing equipment/machinery selection/installation/inspection/availability/efficiency initiatives to improve overall equipment effectiveness. Partners with Facilities and other organizations on equipment reliability studies and new equipment purchases,
Determine production/material layouts for assemblies for efficiency,
Perform Manufacturing process identification/enhancements to ensure compliance,
Investigate/initiate corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality,
Lead advanced projects (i.e. R&D) and/or programs leveraging innovative technologies and advise management and customers on effective actions, and
Lead development and maintenance of 20 NNS Capabilities Procedures and their yearly Audits.
Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Equipment Specification development
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 14 years of relevant exempt experience; Master's Degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience; Ph.D. and 9 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
The candidate is preferred to possess the qualifications, knowledge and abilities of the following:
LEAN Manufacturing training
Welding, mechanical or materials engineering degree with NDT experience in all methods
Have proven experience in applying new technology, resolving problems and identifying improvement opportunities
Strong statistical analysis, root cause analysis and common cause analysis
Have strong problem solving and critical thinking skills
Be able to mentor other engineers within the department
Considered an equipment subject matter expert in the shipbuilding industry
Strong project management and communication skills
Knowledge of Planning & Scheduling processes
Knowledge of Industry Advanced Manufacturing Technologies.
Exposure to other shipyards, industries and Advanced Manufacturing Technology providers
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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