Entry Level Engineering Aide (Engineering Aide) – 20906

Requisition Number: 20906

Required Travel: 11 – 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $35,776.00 – $35,776.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Entry Level

This opportunity resides with Fleet Sustainment, a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division. For 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. From small watercraft to submarines, combatants and aircraft carriers, our systems and maintenance experts help the Navy maintain a high state of readiness. And, we deploy with the most advanced technology and capability available.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution – by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Who We Are

HII Mission Technologies is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Engineering Aide to assist our engineering team in the design, development, and testing of advanced technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and the ability to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team.

What You Will Do

Provides assistance to staff engineers performing routine calculations and others tasks as assigned.

Assists in obtaining information in support of assigned tasks.

Conduct research and analysis to support engineering projects

Collaborate with engineers and other team members to design and develop new products

Perform testing and evaluation of products to ensure they meet quality standards

Maintain accurate documentation of all engineering activities

Assist in the preparation of technical reports and presentations

Support the engineering team in troubleshooting and problem-solving activities

Participate in team meetings and provide input on project status and progress

Maintain a safe and organized work environment

What You Must Have

Student, High School or College Level pursuing engineering/drafting courses for future entry into a Bachelors degree program in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine Electrical, Electronics, Civil, Aerospace, Ocean, or Naval Architecture or Physical Sciences. Entry Level Position

Candidate must be proficient Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)

Candidate must have excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Candidate must have ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Candidate must have strong communication skills, both written and verbal

Candidate must be okay with the possibility of working 40 hours per week for occasional extended periods

Bonus Points For Having!

Proficiency in AutoCAD for Drafting and Design

Strong understanding of Ship design principles

Ship design experience and or training

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift.

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.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the roles function and a candidates education or training, work experience, and key skills.

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. Our 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.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees.

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.

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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.