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HII

Engineer Systems 5

HII

. Lead Manufacturing Engineering activities in the Steel Fabrication Assembly shops .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $150,000 - $185,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Manufacturing Engineering with a focus on Steel Fabrication, applying LEAN principles and advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance production efficiency. Proven ability to lead teams, mentor engineers, and develop maintenance strategies that minimize downtime and ensure product quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Manufacturing EngineeringLEAN PrinciplesStatistical AnalysisProject ManagementEquipment Subject Matter Expertise

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Hard Skills
Manufacturing Process IdentificationRoot Cause AnalysisCritical Infrastructure Manufacturing Equipment SpecificationsEquipment Selection and InstallationTechnical Documentation Preparation
Soft Skills
Problem SolvingCritical ThinkingMentoringCommunication
Tools & Technologies
Advanced Manufacturing TechnologiesPlanning & Scheduling Processes
Certifications & Qualifications
LEAN Manufacturing Training
Industry Keywords
Shipbuilding IndustryNDT ExperienceProduction EfficiencyEquipment Reliability Studies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead Manufacturing Engineering activities in the Steel Fabrication Assembly shops
  • Develop, analyze, research, and design maintenance strategies to keep equipment running with minimal downtime
  • Use engineering principles, LEAN principles, and equipment knowledge to specify methods that maximize throughput
  • Coordinate X50 Manufacturing Engineers in the SFA shops to accomplish production goals across the enterprise
  • Prepare technical documentation including specifications, analyses, standards, and restrictions
  • Evaluate and develop new or modified equipment to improve production efficiency and effectiveness
  • Lead manufacturing equipment and machinery selection, installation, inspection, availability, and efficiency initiatives
  • Partner with Facilities and other organizations on equipment reliability studies and new equipment purchases
  • Determine production and material layouts for assembly efficiency
  • Perform manufacturing process identification and enhancements to ensure compliance
  • Investigate and initiate corrective actions for problems and deficiencies to ensure product quality
  • Lead advanced projects and programs leveraging innovative technologies and advise management and customers
  • Lead development and yearly audits of 20 NNS Capabilities Procedures
  • Develop Critical Infrastructure Manufacturing Equipment Specifications

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • 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
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • LEAN Manufacturing training preferred
  • Welding, mechanical or materials engineering degree with NDT experience in all methods preferred
  • Proven experience applying new technology, resolving problems and identifying improvement opportunities preferred
  • Strong statistical analysis, root cause analysis and common cause analysis preferred
  • Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills preferred
  • Ability to mentor other engineers within the department preferred
  • Equipment subject matter expertise in the shipbuilding industry preferred
  • Strong project management and communication skills preferred
  • Knowledge of Planning & Scheduling processes preferred
  • Knowledge of Industry Advanced Manufacturing Technologies preferred
  • Exposure to other shipyards, industries and Advanced Manufacturing Technology providers preferred

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
  • Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth