Cooling Engineer - Mechanical (Engineer 3) - 25196

Requisition Number: 25196

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $78,897.00 - $96,657.60

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain

Level of Experience: College

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

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.

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Who We Are

We are seeking a talented and experienced Cooling Engineer to join our mechanical engineering team. This role is crucial for the design, analysis, and integration of complex cooling systems for various naval and defense platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics, with hands-on experience in designing and testing cooling solutions.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

What You Will Do

• Performs engineering functions in one or more of the following specialties: electronics, electrical, mechanical, civil, naval, and/or chemical.
• Receive and perform assignments involved in the analysis, design, integration, testing, installation, operation, product support, and maintenance of the Aegis auxiliary cooling systems and components
• Ensure proper activation and operation of the cooling systems supporting the Aegis Combat System (ACS) infrastructure including safety processes, diagnostic test procedure review, crew training and trials support, configuration and its interface/relationships with shipboard auxiliary equipment
• Configure, and operate temporary convection-type cooling systems to support Aegis Combat System testing
• Support Aegis auxiliary equipment configuration and operation supporting the testing and employment of the ACS
• Identify, report, and assist in the resolution of cooling equipment operational and configuration issues
• Ensure demineralized water, ship’s chilled water, & sea-water supply service pumps, Electronic Cooling Water skids, SPY Sea Water Cooling skids, heat exchangers, cooling water air-removal systems, air handling units, and supporting piping configurations are operational and available to support Aegis Combat System operation and coordinate with the senior cooling engineer for cooling related matters
• Work as a team member to complete customer deadlines which may have competing/shifting priorities
• Document test procedure discrepancies for future revision

What You Must Have

• 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. 4 years of additional equivalent experience can be substituted for a BA/BS.
• Candidate must be a recent graduate with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Engineering or graduating college senior who is in good academic standing and pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. Bachelor's of Science Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program is required prior to starting employment.
• Candidate must have a strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles.
• Candidate must have experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor).
• Candidate must have the ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
• Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.

Bonus Points For Having!

• Experience with cooling systems for naval platforms or defense electronics.

• Familiarity with military and marine standards (e.g., MIL-STD, ABS, etc.).

• Experience with system-level modeling and simulation tools.

• Active security clearance.

Physical Requirements

Office, industrial or shipboard environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as 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; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

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.

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. Our 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.

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 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.