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Huntington Ingalls Newport News, Virginia, United States

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Posted Feb 23, 2026Apply by Mar 6, 2026

Role & seniority: Deputy Chief Test Engineer (A1B program) at Newport News Shipbuilding

Stack/tools: design, development and implementation of testing methods/equipment; testing procedures; data compilation; knowledge of testing for customer samples and specialized tests; required certifications (LTE, STE, SSO, ITE, or SRE)

Top 3 responsibilities

  1. Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment

  2. Plan labor, schedules, and equipment for testing and evaluation; specify tests and parameters

  3. Compile data and define changes to testing equipment, procedures, or manufacturing processes; oversee all customer and special tests

Must-have skills

  • BS in Engineering from ABET-accredited program

  • 6+ years of relevant professional experience

  • Required certifications: LTE, STE, SSO (and/or ITE or SRE)

Nice-to-haves

  • A1B Lead Test Engineer qualification

Location & work type

  • Full-time, 1st shift

  • Newport News, Virginia

  • US Citizenship required; no relocation assistance; not eligible for telework; no travel; final security clearance required to start

Full Description

Req ID: 45502

Team: E84 NUC PRP-TST ENG

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 Requirement: No

Clearance Required: Yes- Final Clearance Required to Start

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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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 Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment. Plans and arranges the labor, schedules, and equipment required for testing and evaluating standard and special devices. Provides test area with parameters for sample testing and specifies tests to be performed. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements. Responsible for testing all customer samples and for special tests that cannot be performed in the test area. Steam and Electric Plant Deputy Chief Test Engineer for A1B program.Must Have Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or the required certification and 6 years of relevant professional/exempt experience. Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. The required certifications must be Lead Test Engineer (LTE), Shift Test Engineer (STE), Ship Safety Officer (SSO). Inactivation Test Engineer (ITE) certification, or Shift Refueling Engineer (SRE).Nice to Have A1B Lead Test Engineer Qualification.

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.

Test EngineeringEquipment DesignTesting Methods ImplementationTest PlanningData CompilationProcedure DefinitionManufacturing Process ImprovementSteam Plant TestingElectric Plant TestingLead Test Engineer (LTE)Shift Test Engineer (STE)Ship Safety Officer (SSO)Inactivation Test Engineer (ITE)Shift Refueling Engineer (SRE)multi-location

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