Engineer Model-Based

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Model-Based Engineer defining requirements and developing solutions for shipbuilding projects at Newport News Shipbuilding. Leading engineering processes and managing technical projects within the MBe Innovation Cell.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $123,656 - $154,570 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Defines the requirements to design, develop, build, and maintain the tools, processes and data architecture of a Model Based Enterprise.
Analyzes capabilities of existing and proposed systems, and develops technical, structural, and organizational specifications.
Leads internal and external stakeholders through determining conditions and designing fully functional and secure digital solutions.
Develops long-range objectives and strategic plans for digital engineering innovations, and effectively communicates documented data and results to necessary stakeholders.
Generates and presents business case analyses to executive leadership to pursue digital enterprise opportunities.
Enables digital transformation efforts by conducting research, driving new technical approaches and processes, as well as developing and managing testing of functionality.
Supports projects in the MBe Innovation Cell (iCELL).
Leverages model-based systems engineering (MBSE) techniques to support the lifecycle management process to develop, test, implement innovative engineering & design solutions of complex shipbuilding projects.
Interfaces with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of leadership.
Supports the SSN(X) new Submarine design, and FORD Class Carrier with a focus on the use of a model-based environment to develop a comprehensive framework for digital twin value assessment and analysis processes.
Defines “what" and to “what level" digital twins should be considered for NNS programs followed by the “How” to manage digital twin maturity states.

Requirements

What you’ll need

9 Years with Bachelors in Science;
7 Years with Masters;
4 Years with PhD.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to support design, analysis, verification, and validation of complex ship systems
Able to lead a project and be responsible for all aspects of project management
Familiar with product lifecycle management (PLM), data environments like IPDE or FCDE, and product modeling processes
Develop and maintain systems models using tools such as CAMEO, MagicDraw, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate best practices across various engineering disciplines
Support the development and management of system requirements, interfaces, and architecture
Conduct trade studies and analyses to evaluate design options and optimize system performance
Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and NNS processes
Communicate complex technical information effectively to stakeholders at all levels
Working knowledge of various tools such as Siemens TcU/NX, Simcenter, Mendix, MPP, SAP, etc
Participate in design reviews, technical interchange activities, and program planning activities
Contribute to the continuous improvement of MBSE processes and tools within the organization
Experience with digital twin, simulation, and digital thread concept
Familiarity with Navy shipbuilding programs and requirements
Experience in project management and leading engineering teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Project ManagementDigital Twin DevelopmentSystems ModelingData ArchitectureTechnical AnalysisRequirements ManagementTrade StudiesSimulation TechniquesDesign Verification

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationStakeholder EngagementCross-Functional CollaborationLeadershipContinuous Improvement

Certifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringABET Accreditation