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HII

Structural Engineer 3

HII

. Analyze, research and develop structural engineering specifications for product design and operation .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,000 - $122,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural engineering analysis and design, particularly in dynamic structural shock analyses and finite element analysis methods. Proficient in coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders while ensuring compliance with industry standards and specifications.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Finite Element AnalysisStructural Engineering SpecificationsDynamic Structural Shock AnalysesFEMAP and NASTRAN ExperienceSUBSAFE Requirements Knowledge

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Hard Skills
Structural ModelingDamage Tolerance AnalysisEngineering Calculation ReportsHand CalculationsDesign Allowables Analysis
Soft Skills
Coordination with TeamsTechnical Communication
Tools & Technologies
AbaqusHypermeshTeamcenterSAPMatLab
Certifications & Qualifications
DOD Security Clearance
Industry Keywords
NAVSEAGeneral Dynamics - Electric BoatVirginia-Class SubmarinesColumbia-Class SubmarinesNuclear-Powered Aircraft Carriers

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Analyze, research and develop structural engineering specifications for product design and operation
  • Analyze damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling
  • Prepare technical submittals, design proposals, drawing reviews, presentations, operating instructions, test procedures, maintenance procedures, work deferral requests and departure from specification requests
  • Perform dynamic structural shock analyses using finite element analysis methods and computer applications
  • Perform hand calculations and develop engineering calculation reports
  • Check structural analysis reports
  • Coordinate with design, test and construction teams and external customers, including NAVSEA, General Dynamics - Electric Boat and vendors
  • Support shock and vibration qualification of equipment
  • Support static and dynamic analyses of steel structures
  • Support naval shock and vibration analysis related to foundation design
  • Support design and construction of Virginia- and Columbia-Class submarines, SSNX, nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, and BBGN battleships

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience; Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience; or Ph.D. and 0 years of experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program
  • U.S. citizenship required
  • Ability to analyze and research structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials
  • Understanding of damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling
  • Ability to perform dynamic structural (shock) analyses using finite element analysis methods
  • Experience with FEMAP and NASTRAN, Abaqus, Hypermesh, Government codes, or similar computer applications
  • Ability to perform hand calculations using textbook methods
  • Ability to develop engineering calculation reports and check structural analysis reports
  • Ability to coordinate with design, test, construction teams and external customers
  • Experience or familiarity with submarine or carrier ship systems and structure
  • Knowledge of structural fabrication, assembly, and final outfitting
  • Ability to read and understand system schematics and drawings
  • Familiarity with FEMAP, Abaqus, Teamcenter, Hypermesh, ATIS, DDMS, and/or MatLab
  • SAP, TeamCenter, NGP, or NX software experience
  • Knowledge of SUBSAFE requirements
  • DOD Security Clearance preferred, but not required to start

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Relocation assistance
  • 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
  • Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth