Engineering Technicians, Newport News

Engineering Technician

Mission Technologies - Nuclear&Environmental Services, is looking for an Engineering Technician to join the team in Newport News, VA. Engineering Technicians in the Maritime Operations group support a wide variety of different functional areas at Newport News Shipyard. This requisition is specifically seeking candidates to support Newport News Shipbuilding in the nuclear and non-nuclear propulsion plant testing. In this role, you will provide critical technical support for environmental remediation, radiological monitoring, and waste management operations. You will bridge the gap between engineering design and field execution, ensuring that nuclear facilities operate within strict environmental compliance and safety standards.We are hiring across multiple levels and welcome applicants with a range of professional experience. Whether you are early in your career or bring several years of expertise, we encourage you to apply. Engineering Technician 2 - Salary $56,200.3 Engineering Technician 3 - Salary $65,725.4 Engineering Technician 4 - Salary $82,963.4What You Will Do

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. What You Must Have Education/Experience:

Engineering Technician 2 - Associates Degree or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 1 year of related experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years related (DoD/USN) experience. Engineering Technician 3 - Associates Degree or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 3 years experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years related (DoD/USN) experience.Engineering Technician 4 - Associates Degree or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 6 years related experience or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years related experience. Security Compliance Knowledge&Operational Skills:

Candidates must possess a strong background in shipboard electrical or mechanical systems, heavy industrial manufacturing, or shipbuilding and testing. Candidates must have Prior service in the U.S. Navy, with a focus on technical ratings or operations that align with nuclear or maritime engineering standards.Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Security Clearance at the required level to perform sensitive mission-critical tasks. Candidate must be a U.S. Citizen. Bonus Points For Having!

Experience in a skilled trade or a specialized technical role within a high-consequence environment is highly preferred. Shipyard or US Navy A4W propulsion and/or reactor plant construction, operation, and/or maintenance experience. Working knowledge of shipyard work controls processes to include proficiency with Electronic Shift Operating Management System (eSOMS).Active Confidential DOD Security Clearance. Physical Requirements

Job performance requires adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the job. A waterfront office work environment is normally encountered. Must be able to lift/move equipment not to exceed guidelines for a one-person lift and climb shipboard vertical ladders. HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.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. 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.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.