What are the responsibilities and job description for the COMBAT / C4I SYSTEM ENGINEER position at HII?
Job Description
Position Summary / Responsibilities :
Research, develop, and design electrical solutions for system integration of components, systems and equipment onboard US Navy Ships.
Advanced Knowledge of electrical or combat / C4I shipboard systems onboard US Navy Ships or general knowledge of several diverse disciplines.
- Perform cognizant engineering liaison with other engineering disciplines and lead shipcheck and drawing development efforts.
- Ability to independently coordinate drawing development efforts with Design, Engineering, and QA teams, resolving issues and answering questions as required.
- Ability to work with waterfront personal and government technical POCs on resolving issues that arise during installations.
- Identify, develop and coordinate drawing changes.
- Review Government Furnished Information and coordinate with Engineering / Design team to validate technical information and insure proper design is accomplished.
- Participate in Shipchecks as lead engineer to insure all issues are identified and resolved.
- Act as an advisor / mentor to others
5 years of experience with Bachelor of Science Degree in engineering; 3 years of relevant professional experience with a Master's Degree; 0 years of relevant professional experience with a PhD.
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. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
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