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NAVAL ARCHITECT

Naval Sea Systems CommandAnnandale, VA🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 7, 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid role offers a significant opportunity to shape the future of naval architecture for major aircraft carrier programs, leveraging your expertise to drive critical system integration and policy development. You'll thrive here if you possess strong program management skills and a passion for tackling complex engineering challenges within a renowned organization. Apply today to make a substantial impact on national defense and advance your career in a dynamic environment.

Quick Overview

Seniority
Mid Senior
Employment type
Full Time
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Annandale, VA, United States
Posted
1 week ago
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Job Description

NAVAL ARCHITECT | Annandale, VA, United States | Hybrid

We're hiring on behalf of a leading organization within the defense sector, renowned for its critical contributions to naval advancement and technological innovation. This role is central to shaping the future of major naval programs, offering a unique opportunity to influence complex systems integration and engineering policy. The company fosters a dynamic environment where expertise in naval architecture and systems engineering is highly valued and directly contributes to national security objectives.

The Role

  • Manage naval architecture aspects for major aircraft carrier program systems integration, providing crucial platform perspective.
  • Develop and set engineering policy for compliance by Navy project engineers, integrators, and contractors.
  • Plan, design, and report on high-risk engineering operations for system and aircraft carrier design.
  • Represent engineering policy matters to negotiate critical integration outcomes.
  • Demonstrate experience in planning and managing complex programs for ship design, maintenance, and modernization.
  • Evaluate and incorporate the latest developments in Naval Architecture and Engineering Systems.

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or equivalent educational qualifications.
  • At least one year of specialized experience in managing systems engineering projects for ship or ship system design, development, maintenance, or modernization.
  • Current registration as an Engineer Intern (EI), Engineer in Training (EIT), or licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) is highly desirable.
  • Ability to pass a federal employment background check and obtain a SECRET security clearance.
  • Experience in planning and managing complex engineering programs.
  • Knowledge of defense acquisition workforce requirements is a plus.

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on high-impact, large-scale defense projects.
  • Collaborative work environment with experts in naval engineering.
  • Potential for professional growth and development within a leading defense organization.
  • Hybrid work arrangement offering a balance between in-office and remote work.

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