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Naval Architect

Annandale, VA · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

Naval Architect

Potomac, MD · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

Naval Architect

Lorton, VA · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

NAVAL ARCHITECT

Groton, CT · On-site +1

$100K - $131K/yr

You will serve as Naval Architect in the Engineering Department, Supervisor of Shipbuilding ... mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits; (f) nature and ...

Naval Architect

Davidsonville, MD · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

Naval Architect

Washington, DC · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

Naval Architect

Upper Marlboro, MD · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

Naval Architect

Washington, DC · On-site

$77K - $128K/yr

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems * Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools * Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical ...

As a Naval Architect, you will be a critical contributor to the design and delivery of the Node ... Perform detailed design of mechanical, structural, and support subsystems (e.g. human access ...

Perform stability, mechanical, and structural analyses to ensure seaworthiness and compliance with class and port state rules. * Work closely with other engineers, naval architecture firms, detailed ...

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Naval Architect

Annandale, VA • On-site

ManTech International
IT Services • 5 - 10K employees

$77K - $128K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


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Company rating: 8.8 out of 10

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48th of 247 rated software companies


Job description

Description & Requirements
Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!
***This is for a future opportunity***
MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Naval Architect. The candidate must be located within a commutable distance to Washington DC to allow for periodic on-site collaboration.
In this role, you will apply your expertise in naval architecture and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to support the design, analysis, and optimization of hovercraft, ships, and other maritime systems. This position plays a critical part in ensuring performance, efficiency, and safety across a variety of naval platforms.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Performing a wide variety of naval architecture design and analysis activities related to hovercraft, ships, boats and other marine systems in support of MANTECH's military and commercial customers.
  • Performing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analyses (FEA) to assess system performance characteristics assessments, validate system adequacy, and optimize system design.
  • Working collaboratively with goal-oriented project teams, including other engineers, program managers, and CAD designers to validate design assumptions, refine system-level performance, and develop project deliverables.
  • Manages task requirements and work execution timelines through development of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) with minimal guidance from supervisor.
  • Documenting technical findings in well-organized and comprehensive reports and presenting results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • 3+ years of experience in naval architecture with a focus on CFD applications
  • Proficiency in CFD software such as Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, or similar tools, and in FEA software such as Femap, NASTRAN, ANSYS or similar.
  • Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems
  • Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations
  • Ability to utilize spreadsheets to program first-principle and empirical design equations. Ability to generate high-quality design and analysis reports as well as the ability to interpret experimental data and validate simulation results.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with model testing, sea trials, or hydrodynamic test facilities
  • Familiarity with U.S. Navy ship design standards and practices
  • Experience with programming or scripting (Python, MATLAB) for automation and post-processing
  • Experience working with composite materials, including basic understanding of materials and fabrication, and development of fabrication layup details and ply tables
  • Active participation in industry conferences or publications related to naval hydrodynamics

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must hold an Active Secret Clearance.

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
  • Ability to travel and perform ship inspections, including climbing and descending ladders.

The projected compensation range for this position is $77,200.00-$128,800.00. 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, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH'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.
MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.

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