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Requisition Number: 23961

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $78,897.00 - $115,000.00

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: Mid

Employee Referral Amount: $1,500.00

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.

Job Description

HII, Mission Technologies works within the weapon systems communities to defend our nation's interests at home and abroad. Our deep expertise in hardware and software development, prototyping, testing, and production enables us to support critical missions at scale for federal agency partners.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Design Engineer with a minimum of 5 years of engineering-related experience, including 3+ years of proven application of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies, to create the dimensions and tolerances for technologies to blend into the manufacturing system of a high energy laser system. The ideal candidate will contribute to the development and optimization of innovative products through structured, data-driven design practices that emphasize quality, performance, and customer satisfaction.

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Essential Job Responsibilities

+ Lead and contribute to the design and development of new products, ensuring robust design practices using DFSS principles (e.g., VOC, HOQ, QFD, FMEA, DOE, tolerance analysis).

+ Apply statistical and analytical tools to identify critical parameters and improve product quality and reliability.

+ Work cross-functionally with manufacturing, quality, marketing, and supply chain teams to define design requirements and validate product performance.

+ Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for design-related issues.

+ Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and design verification reports.

+ Mentor junior engineers in DFSS methodology and design best practices.

+ Support design reviews and gate processes throughout the product development lifecycle.

Minimum Qualifications

5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field.

+ Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience with Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools and methodologies.

+ Strong knowledge of statistical analysis, reliability engineering, and quality systems (e.g., Six Sigma, ISO, APQP).

+ Proficiency with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Creo, AutoCAD) and engineering analysis software.

+ Excellent communication, problem-solving, and project management skills.

+ DFSS Green Belt certification.

Preferred Requirements

+ Experience in regulated industries (e.g., DoD/Military, medical devices, automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics)

+ Familiarity with Lean manufacturing and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).

+ Exposure to Voice of the Customer (VOC) methodologies and translating customer needs into technical specifications.

+ DFSS Black Belt certification preferred.

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial or ground vehicle environment.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

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.

Do You Need Assistance?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] 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 email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.