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ROBOTICS ENGINEER / ENGINEER MECHANICAL 3
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Aug 14, 2026
Req ID: 47228
Team: E32 TECHNOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: Relocation assistance will be available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: Yes, 10%-25% of the time
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
Salary Range: $99,000.00 to $122,000.00
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
Researches, plans, designs and develops mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Applies research to the planning, design, development, and testing of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments, controls, engines, and/or machines.
The selected candidate will be expected to function as an R&D Project Lead and/or R&D Program Lead for work areas within the organization. The candidate will represent the organization as the prime technical and/or R&D program contact for a given area. May perform and coordinate interdepartmental and/or external research efforts and/or project management activities. Responsible for project execution including project plans, technical reviews, test plan development, evaluation and analysis of results, communication, internal/external customer briefings, and various other R&D related activities. The job will require the ability to develop and review technical products as well as perform project management activities. Technology development and research in various emergent fields is expected.
Must Have
Bachelor's Degree and 5 years of relevant exempt experience;
Master's Degree and 3 years of relevant professional experience;
Ph.D. and 0 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor's Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Nice to Have
The ideal candidate will also possess the following preferred skills:
• Practical experience in production areas supporting CVNs, VCS, or CLB
• Experience with robotics and automation, inclusive of programming and implementation
• Extensive engineering knowledge attained through either new construction engineering (Carrier and/ Submarine) and/or overhaul engineering (Carrier and/or Submarine). Facilities engineering experience may also be considered
• Waterfront engineering and/or waterfront experience is beneficial
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to clearly present technical approaches and findings
• Demonstrated technical leadership capability and the ability to mentor junior engineers and/or brief upper management
• Travel is expected. This may include conferences, briefs to Navy personnel, and shop / ship environment. Ability to support travel on emergent basis is desired
• Previous experience performing technical work and/or project execution of emerging technologies, process development, test plan development, R&D, materials analysis, technical scouting, and/or complex technical analyses
• Professional engineering licensure and/or master's degree in technical field (ME, Marine Engineering, Aerospace, etc.) is preferred. A master's in business administration (MBA) or engineering management degrees with applicable bachelor education/work experience may also be considered
• Engineering degrees in related areas will be considered
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.