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SSN(X) Hydrodynamics & Ship Control System Integration Team Lead with Security Clearance

ArcfieldWashington, DC🇺🇸United StatesPosted 22 Jul 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Lead critical hydrodynamics and ship control system integration for the groundbreaking SSN(X) submarine program, leveraging your expertise to solve complex technical challenges and drive innovative solutions. This on-site role offers significant career growth and the opportunity to shape the future of naval technology, with a highly competitive salary range of USD 137,654 - 239,355 annually. If you thrive in a leadership capacity, possess strong programmatic and technical skills, and hold an active SECRET clearance, you'll find this position a rewarding next step in your career.

Quick Overview

Salary
$137.7k - $239.4k/yr
Work Type
On Site
Schedule
Employee
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Responsibilities Considered a recognized authority within the company. Works on unusually complex technical problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative. Determines and pursues courses of action necessary to obtain desired results. * Provide day-to-day on-site technical and programmatic support to the Technical Director, Ship Design Manager, and Project Officer for the SSN(X) future attack submarine program (PMS 351).
* Provide strategic technical and programmatic leadership to the hydrodynamics community; coordinate with NAVSEA stakeholders to scope technical efforts and align tasking across performers.
* Manage execution of design, development, and integration activities within the SSN(X) hydrodynamics portfolio.
* Generate technical and programmatic documentation; coordinate actions between the Project Officer, financial staff, and technical performers (Warfare Centers, UARCs, FFRDCs, Design Yards, and other stakeholders).
* Develop strategies, plans, schedules, and briefing materials supporting near- and long-term technical and R&D planning.
* Produce detailed technical documentation prioritizing trade space candidates; recommend current/future FY funding levels.
* Track execution of tasking throughout the fiscal year; document deliverable receipt and determine future deliverables.
* Plan and coordinate stakeholder meetings and working groups with subject matter experts to define specific technical solutions.
Qualifications * BS 10-12, MS 8-10, PhD 5-7
* Active SECRET clearance
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
* Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field related to Hydrodynamics/Naval Architecture (Aerospace, Marine, or Mechanical Engineering), or 4 years of submarine technical experience
* Programmatic experience managing projects or programs
Equal Pay Act This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield 's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.Min: $137,654.90Max: $239,355.16 EEO Statement We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.

Skills

Microsoft Office

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