NAVAL ARCHITECT

NAVAL ARCHITECT | Mount Vernon, VA, United States | Hybrid

We're hiring for a leading organization within the defense sector, renowned for its critical role in naval engineering and innovation. This employer is dedicated to advancing maritime capabilities and offers opportunities to work on some of the most significant and complex naval projects. Join a team that values expertise and contributes to national security through cutting-edge engineering solutions.

The Role

• Manage naval architecture aspects of major aircraft carrier program systems integration, representing the shipbuilder's and aircraft carrier platform perspective.
• Develop and set engineering policy for Navy project engineers, PARMs/ISEAs integrating systems into aircraft carriers, and contractors.
• Plan, design, and report on high-risk engineering operations for system and aircraft carrier design.
• Represent engineering policy matters to negotiate decisions affecting system of systems integration and ship integration.
• Evaluate and incorporate the latest developments in Naval Architecture and Engineering Systems into technical plans and specifications.
• Demonstrate extensive experience in planning and managing complex programs for ship design, maintenance, repair, and modernization.

What You'll Need

• A professional engineering degree or equivalent qualification (e.g., EI/EIT, PE license, FE exam).
• At least one year of specialized experience managing systems engineering projects for ship or ship system design, development, or maintenance.
• Experience in planning and managing complex naval programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.
• Familiarity with the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) may be required.
• US Citizenship required.

What's On Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile, mission-critical naval projects.
• Collaborative environment with industry-leading experts.
• Potential for salary to be matched if current salary is above the capped amount.
• Exposure to advanced naval engineering practices and technologies.

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