Nuclear propulsion overhaul engineer (engineer mechanical 3) - 30788

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Location

onsite, Newport News, Virginia, United States

Salary

$89k – $102k/yr

Commitment

Full Time

Level

Senior (5+ years)

Required skills

Mechanical engineeringNuclear propulsionProject managementTechnical documentationProblem solvingAnalytical skillsCommunicationSAPDigital metersOscilloscopesPressure gaugesStrain gaugesTechnical work instructionsTroubleshootingShipboard operations

Job Description

Requisition Number: 30788

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $89,326.00 - $102,086.40

Security Clearance: Confidential

Who We Are

At HII Mission Technologies, we are committed to advancing the Navy’s most critical missions through innovative engineering and technical expertise. Our Nuclear Propulsion Overhaul Engineering Department (E81) supports complex overhaul efforts for both Aircraft Carriers and Submarines. In this Engineer Mechanical 3 role, you will develop engineering solutions, prepare detailed technical direction, and provide hands‑on waterfront support to modernize and upgrade Reactor Plant mechanical systems during major maintenance availabilities.

What You Will Do

A successful candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to address technical challenges that arise during the overhaul of nuclear systems and components. This individual must possess effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage with both engineering and non‑technical personnel on complex technical matters. The role also requires a willingness to provide hands‑on support aboard the ship as needed.

What You Must Have

  • 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.
  • Candidate must be proficient in the use of PCs and word processing, spreadsheet, presentation, desktop applications, and electronic mail programs and of standard test equipment to identify and isolate problems (i.e., digital meters, oscilloscopes, strain and pressure gauges).
  • Must be proficient in SAP.
  • Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain a confidential security clearance.

Bonus Points For Having

  • Confidential-Level Security Clearance
  • RTNE (Radiological Training for Nuclear Engineers) Qualification

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key 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. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

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