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HII

Designer 4

HII

. Coordinate, develop, and execute highly complex ship system and component designs .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,000 - $104,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in complex ship system design and development, utilizing advanced software tools such as AutoCAD and Inventor. Capable of leading multi-discipline design integration while ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety procedures.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Ship System DesignAutoCADInventorConfiguration Control SystemsNAVSEA Standards

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Hard Skills
2D and 3D ModelingComplex Problem-SolvingDesign Review LeadershipTechnical Documentation InterpretationManufacturing MethodsWelding PracticesHVAC SystemsElectrical SystemsPiping SystemsMechanical Systems
Soft Skills
Technical GuidanceCollaborationCommunication
Tools & Technologies
PLM SystemsConfiguration Control Tools
Certifications & Qualifications
Associate's DegreeNNS Apprentice School GraduateNavy Nuclear Power School Graduate
Industry Keywords
Naval Ship DesignDoD ProgramsMIL-SPECANSI StandardsASME Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Coordinate, develop, and execute highly complex ship system and component designs
  • Lead design and development of complex 2D and 3D models for ship systems, structures, or components using AutoCAD, Inventor, NX, or similar software
  • Solve complex design issues while meeting system and ship-level requirements
  • Serve as a technical subject matter expert for designers and engineers
  • Oversee multi-discipline design integration and system interfaces across ship compartments and modules
  • Review and approve arrangement, fabrication, and installation drawings
  • Manage design changes, redlines, and engineering revisions through configuration control systems
  • Mentor and provide technical guidance to Level 1–3 Designers
  • Collaborate with engineering, planning, production, and supply chain teams
  • Ensure design intent is maintained through construction
  • Lead or participate in design reviews, readiness meetings, and production support discussions
  • Identify process enhancements and develop design best practices
  • Apply advanced knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods, welding, and shipyard practices
  • Manage and track products within assigned areas of responsibility, represent the team in meetings, and provide management updates
  • Support submarine, aircraft carrier, battleship, and related naval ship design and construction programs

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Associate's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience
  • Equivalent minimum qualification options: NNS Apprentice School graduate; Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate; High School/GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, or Military experience; or High School/GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, or Military experience
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to wear required PPE and comply with shipyard safety procedures in industrial areas
  • Experience in naval or marine ship design, particularly with Navy or DoD programs (nice to have)
  • Expertise in structural, piping, electrical, arrangements, HVAC, or mechanical systems (nice to have)
  • Working knowledge of NAVSEA, MIL-SPEC, ANSI, and ASME standards (nice to have)
  • Experience with PLM systems and configuration control tools (nice to have)
  • Previous lead designer or design team coordinator experience (nice to have)
  • Experience in research, design, and complex problem-solving (nice to have)
  • Strong computer skills using computer-based software (nice to have)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills (nice to have)
  • Extensive experience reading and interpreting instructions, drawings, technical manuals, and other technical documents (nice to have)
  • Ability to manage and track products in an assigned area of responsibility, represent the team in meetings, and brief management with status updates
  • Ability to advise management, other leads, and customers when needed

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • 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
  • Competitive benefits
  • Educational and training programs for continual career growth