Principal Manufacturing Engineer – Engineer Manufacturing 4

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

Principal Manufacturing Engineer strengthened supplier capability for defense manufacturing in Australia. Leading audits, assessments, and technical excellence in compliance and engineering governance.

Posted 6/22/2026full-timeVirginia Beach • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $114,717 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Play a pivotal role in strengthening supplier capability, ensuring compliance and embedding technical excellence across programs
Lead and support onboarding audits, conduct supplier assessments and guide the development of corrective actions
Plan and execute independent assurance activities, maintain accurate audit records and contribute to program reviews
Conduct complex investigations, apply engineering judgement to resolve issues and produce high-quality technical documentation
Lead discussions with internal and external customers, provide expert advice across discipline and contribute to the development of business artefacts
Help shape engineering processes, drive continuous improvement and champion standardised manufacturing and supplier due-diligence practices
Guide and mentor engineering practitioners, support succession planning and foster a culture of operational excellence

Requirements

What you’ll need

9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field
7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field
4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in relevant field
High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
Experience working in a technical or engineering role within the US or UK Naval Nuclear industry
Experience in maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO), sustainment operations, or environmental management
Experience with MILSPECs and/or NAVSEA instructions, specifically relating to SUBSAFE or nuclear-classified components
Subject matter expertise in weld engineering, machining, forging/casting or advanced manufacturing techniques
NQA-1 Lead Auditor qualification
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, engineering governance and supplier capability development
Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted relationships
Commitment to safety, integrity and disciplined engineering practice
Ability to travel interstate frequently and support international engagements when required

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships

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Hard Skills & Tools

engineering judgementtechnical documentationweld engineeringmachiningforgingcastingadvanced manufacturing techniquessupplier assessmentscorrective actionsmanufacturing processes

Soft Skills

communication skillsinfluence stakeholdersbuild trusted relationshipsleadershipmentoringcontinuous improvementoperational excellencecollaborationproblem-solvingcommitment to safety

Certifications

NQA-1 Lead Auditor