NAVAL ARCHITECT

NAVAL ARCHITECT | Waldorf, MD, United States | Hybrid

We're hiring for a leading U.S. defense organization responsible for the development, acquisition, and sustainment of naval platforms. This employer is a critical part of national security, known for its expertise in complex engineering and large-scale program management. They offer a dynamic environment for professionals dedicated to advancing maritime capabilities.

The Role

• Manage naval architecture aspects of major aircraft carrier program systems integration, representing a critical platform perspective.
• Develop and set engineering policy for compliance by project engineers, system integrators, and contractors.
• Plan, design, and report on high-risk engineering operations for system and aircraft carrier design, resolving complex integration issues.
• Negotiate engineering policy decisions affecting system-of-systems integration and ship integration for a major naval command.
• Demonstrate experience in planning and managing complex programs for ship design, maintenance, repair, modernization, and development.
• Evaluate and incorporate the latest developments in Naval Architecture and Engineering Systems into technical plans and specifications.

What You'll Need

• Minimum of one year of specialized experience equivalent to NH-03 (GS-13) in managing systems engineering projects for ship or ship system design, development, or modernization.
• Successful completion of a professional engineering degree from an ABET-accredited program, or equivalent education and experience.
• Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is highly desirable.
• Experience with the Department of Defense Civilian Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project is a plus.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Must pass a background check suitable for federal employment.

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale national defense programs.
• Engaging role involving complex systems integration and policy development.
• Potential for career progression within a federal acquisition workforce environment.
• Competitive federal benefits package.

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