PROJECT MANAGEMENT ANALYST 2

Req ID: 45996
Team: E13 SUB ENGRG-ELECT
Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding

ship 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, up to 10% of the time

Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start

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. 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

Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between project management and planning, project team, and line management. Reviews status of projects and budgets; manages schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, and clients.

The Project Management Analyst (PMA) supports the submarine Electrical Engineering in planning, coordinating, and executing engineering deliverables and projects associated with the SSN 774 USS Virginia Class submarine program. This role ensures electrical engineering deliverables align with program schedules, cost objectives, and quality standards. The PMA provides analytical support, reporting, and cross-functional coordination to drive successful project outcomes. This position is on-site at Newport News Shipbuilding and requires collaboration across engineering, planning, manufacturing, and program leadership teams. Adherence to shipyard safety policies and security requirements is mandatory.

Responsibilities
Support development and maintenance of project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
Monitor engineering progress against baseline plans and identify schedule or cost variances.
Assist with budget tracking, forecasting, and earned value reporting.
Coordinate with electrical engineers, design leads, planning, supply chain, and production teams to ensure alignment.
Prepare status reports, dashboards, presentations, and metrics for department leadership.
Track engineering change requests and ensure proper documentation and closure.
Identify project risks and support mitigation planning.
Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and communication.
Maintain accurate project documentation in accordance with company and program requirements.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of relevant exempt experience; Master's Degree and 1 years of relevant professional experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Bachelor's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• 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

Nice to Have
Familiarity with shipbuilding, defense manufacturing, or complex industrial programs. Specifically, familiarity with NNS' role with construction of SSN 774 USS Virginia Class submarines.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Why HII
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.

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?
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