MGR IT SOFTWARE ENGINEER 2

Design, develop, and test operating systems-level software, compilers, and network distribution software. Set operational specifications, and formulate and analyze software requirements. May design embedded systems software. Newport News Shipbuilding’s Information Technology team is seeking an experienced Manager 2, IT Software Engineering to lead technology teams supporting critical business and engineering functions. This role combines technical leadership, business acumen, cybersecurity awareness, and people leadership to deliver reliable technology solutions supporting Newport News Shipbuilding and its U.S. Navy customers., * Lead multiple software, systems, and test engineering teams in delivering technology solutions from design through implementation and sustainment.

• Provide leadership for key NNS applications, including SharePoint Online, SAP Finance, and NNS Access Control, ensuring solutions meet business, operational, cybersecurity, and customer requirements.
• Drive Agile/SAFe, DevOps, and continuous-improvement practices to improve productivity, predictability, quality, and delivery.
• Hire, coach, develop, and mentor employees while managing team operations, performance, and accountability.
• Lead cross-functional and matrixed teams, including Business, Infrastructure, Configuration Management, Information Assurance, and business partners, to achieve organizational goals.
• Build strong relationships across the organization, communicate effectively with senior leadership and technical teams, remove barriers, and align technology initiatives with strategic priorities.

Bachelor’s Degree and 6 years of progressive technical experience in research, engineering and design; Master?s Degree and 4 years of relevant experience One of the following may be used as an equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree for Information Technology Related Positions Only:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• Associate’s Degree or other formal 2 year program and 2 years of relevant exempt experience or 4 years of relevant non-exempt experience
• Military Paygrade E-5 or above military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant exempt experience
• High School/GED and 8 years combined of Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience or other relevant non-exempt experience
• A relevant professional certification can be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent education, training, and experience.

• Six or more years of progressive technical and/or supervisory experience in software development, systems design, implementation, management, Agile, DevOps, or related technology disciplines; or a Master’s degree with four years of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and work effectively across business and technology organizations.

Nice to Have

• Strong technical foundation in software development, systems, applications, and enterprise technology, including SharePoint Online, SAP Finance, Access Control, or similar platforms.
• Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing technical teams in cross-functional and matrixed environments.
• Experience implementing and supporting large-scale enterprise systems through design, development, testing, implementation, and sustainment.
• Knowledge of CMMC, cybersecurity, and security controls for computer-based and networked systems.
• Experience with Agile/SAFe, DevOps, CI/CD, Test Automation, and process improvements that increase team productivity and predictability.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to work effectively with senior leadership, business partners, and technical teams.

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range Meet HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding With more than 25,000 employees - including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders - HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you., 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.