Entry Level Designer HYBRID (Designer 1) - 20253

Requisition Number: 20253 

Required Travel: 11 - 25%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $44,518.00 - $52,000.00 

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

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.

What You Will Do

• 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

What You Must Have

• 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.
• Candidate must have strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Candidate must have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Candidate must have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Candidate must have electrical or electronics experience and or training
• Candidate must have the ability to read and interpret electrical drawings

Bonus Points For Having!

• AutoCAD
• Knowledge of power, lighting, intercommunication, and weapons systems
• USN.USCG shipboard experience

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances during site surveys. Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift. Must be able to perform site surveys and carry a lap top computer.

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-se