Designer 1
Date: Apr 26, 2024
Location: Hampton, VA, Virginia, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 18764
Required Travel: 11 - 25%
Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
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
Job Description
We are seeking a talented and creative Designer 1 to join our team at HII. The Designer 1 will work closely with other designers, engineers, and project managers to develop and design innovative solutions for our clients. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating exceptional designs.
Essential Job Responsibilities
- Designs components or portions of systems and modifies existing designs to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations.
- Utilizes computer-aided design equipment and/or graphic tools such as, CAD, CAM or CATIA.
- Gathers information, makes studies, computes calculations, and prepares original rough layouts, sketches to present design proposal.
- Coordinates design criteria with engineering, manufacturing, tooling, material, and planning group such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials, and contractual specifications.
- Exclude classifications in which incumbents predominantly perform drafting assignments.
- Collaborate with other designers, engineers, and project managers to develop and design innovative solutions for our clients.
- Create detailed design drawings and specifications using CAD software.
- Conduct research and analysis to identify design trends and best practices.
- Participate in design reviews and provide feedback to other team members.
- Ensure that designs meet project requirements and specifications.
- Communicate design concepts and ideas to clients and stakeholders.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in design technology.
- Perform Ship checks and surveys
Minimum Qualifications
- AA or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 0 years experience. HS and 3 years related experience may be substituted for AA degree
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Electrical or electronics experience and or training
- Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings
Preferred Requirements
- AutoCAD
- Knowledge of power, lighting, intercommunication, and weapons systems
- USN.USCG shipboard experience
Physical Requirements
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.
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.