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FIRE SAFETY ENGINEER 5
Location:
Newport News, Virginia, United States
Date: Sep 12, 2023
Req ID: 34269
Team: O27 ENVRMT,HLTH,SAFETY
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-Time
Shift: 1st
Relocation: No relocation assistance available
Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No – Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirement: Yes, 10%-25% of the time
Clearance Required: No – Clearance Not Required to Start
**Meet HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding**
With more than 25,000 employees including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders HIIs Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. Were 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. Anchored in our rich, 135-year history, 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.
**The Role**
Implements fire protection prgorams and procedures in an attempt to elmininate personnel injury and/or property damage due to fire and explosion. Works in implementing programs and procedures to ensure employee, vessels, and facility safety is in accordance with all OSHA, NFPA, and Life Safety Code requirements. Maintains knowledge of vessel, building and fire protection codes and regulations to assure compliance. Survey specific facilities which are conducted to determine potential fire hazards. Reviews documents required for new construction or modification of existing vessels/facilities to determine appropriate fire prevention. Inspects, tests, and maintains fire protection systems and equipment to ensure that in an emergency they operate and perform to standards. Participates in the investigations of all facets of any fire to determine the origin, cause, and what, if any, breakdown in the fire protection plans and procedures may have occurred. Prepares reports and maintains records on all fire investigations. Review material and equipment requistions for new and modified processes and non-routine work.
**Must Have**
Bachelor’s Degree and 14 years of relevant exempt experience; Master’s Degree and 12 years of relevant professional experience; Ph.D. and 9 years of experience.
Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
**Nice to Have**
+ Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Fire Protection Engineering preferred.
+ Licensure as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Virginia is desirable.
+ Working knowledge of The Virginia Codes, NFPA Standards/Codes, NAVSEA Standards, and OSHA Regulations in a heavy industrial maritime Shipyard experience is required.
+ Shipyard nuclear facilities experience is desirable.
**Why HII**
We serve the heroes who protect our freedom. Our 44,000-strong team builds the worlds most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HIIs 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 Americas top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, youll 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 – its 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.**
Todays challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. Its why were 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. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
**Do You Need Assistance?**
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to ***************@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 e-mail address.
Additionally, you may also call **1-844-849-8463** for assistance. Press #2 for Newport News Shipbuilding.
