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ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 4
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Aug 21, 2026
Req ID: 47365
Team: O41 PLANT ENGR
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $83,000.00 to $104,000.00
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.
The Role
Primary job functions specific to this position include:

• Supports Control Inspections annually with in-field support
• Manage backlogs by monitoring SAP inputs, providing direction, and closing out projects
• Optimize workflow by directing work assignments of consultants and contractors to ensure shipyard facilities are maintained in a safe condition
• Provide field support for trades and contractors in the field
• Support docking evolutions by providing onsite technical support as needed to continue operations
• Coordinate and execute annual flood drills to meet the requirements of the Mil-STD-1625 requirements
• Serve as a mentor for younger technicians within the O41 Plant Engineering organization
• Create technical direction and supports trades and contractors on site during maintenance and repair of the facilities
• Collaborate and provide technical rigor to facility systems such as railways, transporters, tugboats, barges, and piers
• Perform technical evaluations, conduct infrastructure assessments and respond to emergent safety related issues in a fast paced, large industrial facility setting

Provides in-field technical support to engineers, planners, and contractors to repair graving docks, critical equipment, and the floating dry dock. Utilizes acquired experience to support repairs and quality assurance verifications for critical equipment. Manages backlog to coordinate, plan, and execute repairs, modifications, and upgrades with contractors and trades. Assess mechanical, hydraulic, and structural deficiencies and plans repairs with cognizant engineers.
Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.
Must Have
Associate's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience
One of the following may be used as equivalent to Associate's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• High School/GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

Nice to Have

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships and rapport with NNS production, engineering, safety, maintenance, and contractors
• Shipyard/Nuclear facilities experience
• Hands on experience with controls, electrical, mechanical, machining, fabrication or relevant trade

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. 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.