HII is hiring: DESIGNER 3 in Newport News

Designer 3 Join HII as a Designer 3 at Newport News Shipbuilding. With more than 25,000 employees, HII builds U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and submarines. Employment Details Full‑Time, 1st shift, no relocation assistance, not eligible for telework. Travel required: 10%–25% of the time. Clearance: not required to start. The Role Level 3 Designers work independently or as project leads, applying advanced design principles and shipbuilding knowledge to support major programs and initiatives. Key Responsibilities Develop, modify, and manage 3D CAD models for ship structures, systems, and equipment installations using Siemens NX, AutoCAD, or CATIA. Perform design integration and interference checks between multiple ship systems and disciplines to ensure proper fit and function. Generate and review detailed arrangement, fabrication, and installation drawings in accordance with Navy and company standards. Interpret engineering data, specifications, and calculations to create manufacture designs that meet functional and safety requirements. Provide technical leadership to Level 1 and 2 Designers, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and adherence to design standards. Participate in and often lead design and production readiness reviews, supporting cross‑discipline collaboration. Coordinate with engineering, planning, procurement, and production to resolve complex design and construction issues. Solve complex issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements. Translate operational capabilities and technology selections into workable design requirements. Implement design changes and manage revisions through configuration and document control processes. Apply knowledge of materials, manufacturing methods, and shipyard processes to optimize design efficiency and reduce production cost. Physical/Work Environment Work is primarily performed in an office or design lab environment with periodic visits to production areas and ships under construction. Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) when in industrial areas. Must Have Associate’s Degree and 3 years of relevant experience. Equivalent qualifications: NNS Apprentice School graduate, Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate, High School/GED with 2 years of related manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, or military experience, or 4 years of non‑related manufacturing, shipbuilding, trades, or military experience. Nice to Have Experience in naval or marine ship design, particularly in structural, mechanical, piping, or electrical systems. Familiarity with ANSI, ASME, MIL‑SPEC, and NAVSEA standards. Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems and model‑based design environments. Proven track record in mentoring junior team members and leading small project teams. Knowledge in cable or pipe routing, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), or weld applications. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience in reading and interpreting written instructions, drawings, technical manuals, or other technical documents, and following processes and procedures. 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, AI/ML experts, engineers, technologists, scientists, logistics experts, and business professionals. We offer competitive benefits and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage. Benefits Overview Comprehensive benefits including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, on‑site health centers, tele‑medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, 401(k) savings plan, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary by division or work location. EEO Statement 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, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. citizenship may be required for certain positions. Reasonable Accommodation If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email buildyourcareer@hii-co.com with the nature of your request and contact information. Only inquiries regarding accommodations will receive a response. Additional assistance can be obtained by calling 1‑844‑849‑8463 (press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding). #J-18808-Ljbffr