NUWC Lead Engineer
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
Newport, RI · On-site
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
Newport, RI · On-site
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
Newport, RI · On-site
$120.30 - $264.80/hr
## NUWC Lead EngineerNewport, RI, USApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobJob ID328216Job Title: NUWC Lead EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$120.30 - $264.80/hr
## NUWC Lead EngineerNewport, RI, USApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobJob ID328216Job Title: NUWC Lead EngineerJob Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to ...
Newport, RI · On-site
NUWC Code 25 Incumbent Employees Location Newport, RI Job Code 5572 # of Openings 100
Newport, RI · On-site
NUWC Code 25 Incumbent Employees Location Newport, RI Job Code 5572 # of Openings 100
Newport, RI · On-site
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
Newport, RI · On-site
$103K - $135K/yr
NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel:
Newport, RI · On-site
$120 - $170/hr
Manage and oversee technology refresh, prototyping, and system development programs supporting NUWC Code 70 ranges, facilities, and undersea warfare systems. * Plan, coordinate, and execute ...
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Newport, RI · On-site
$120 - $170/hr
Manage and oversee technology refresh, prototyping, and system development programs supporting NUWC Code 70 ranges, facilities, and undersea warfare systems. * Plan, coordinate, and execute ...
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Keyport, WA · On-site
$96K - $113K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$96K - $113K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$75 - $100/hr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Burley, WA · On-site
$123K - $145K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Burley, WA · On-site
$123K - $145K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
Newport, RI · On-site
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
$105K - $143K/yr
NUWC is the United States Navy's full-spectrum research, development, test and evaluation, engineering and fleet support center for submarines, autonomous underwater systems, and offensive and ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$108K - $128K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$108K - $128K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$108K - $128K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
Keyport, WA · On-site
$108K - $128K/yr
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport's capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet ...
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10% of jobs
$17.93 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$17.61 - $18.60
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$22.21 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$21.55 - $22.53
15% of jobs
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6% of jobs
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A NUWC job refers to a position at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), a division of the U.S. Navy focused on undersea warfare and technology. NUWC employees work in areas such as submarine systems, sonar development, autonomous underwater vehicles, and cybersecurity. These roles include engineering, research, logistics, and technical support to enhance naval capabilities. NUWC jobs are typically available to civilians and military personnel with relevant skills and security clearances.
Employees at NUWC are often engaged in research, development, testing, and evaluation of undersea warfare technologies, such as sonar systems, unmanned underwater vehicles, and communications networks. Project teams are multidisciplinary, bringing together engineers, scientists, analysts, and technical specialists to address complex defense challenges. Collaboration is facilitated through integrated project teams, regular technical meetings, and a culture that emphasizes knowledge sharing and innovation. This collaborative structure allows employees to contribute their unique expertise while learning from others, making it an excellent environment for both early-career professionals and seasoned experts seeking growth.
To thrive in a role at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), candidates typically need strong technical expertise in engineering, computer science, or related STEM fields, often supported by a relevant degree and security clearance eligibility. Familiarity with specialized tools such as sonar systems, underwater robotics, simulation software, and project management platforms is common, and certifications like CompTIA Security+ may be valued. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and clear communication are crucial for collaborating on complex defense projects. These skills ensure that employees can contribute effectively to mission-critical research, development, and testing that supports national security objectives.
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Job Title: NUWC Lead Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25% Type of Travel: Continental US * * * What You'll Get to Do Develop and lead strategy for a large intel focused organization for improving and creating processes or systems based on in-depth understanding of customer objectives in combination with market forces, the competitive landscape, and emerging market best practices. Communicate with parties in and outside of own job function and has responsibility to communicate to the organization including customers, partners, and suppliers. Review and collaborate with CACI site lead to ensure successful technical execution across all programs in the NUWC portfolio.
Recommend new innovative ideas or approaches for customer's current requirements as well as conceive solutions to current challenges. Inform CACI's Strategic Plan for growth by collaborating to develop a cohesive technology strategy aligned with business pursuits to create competitive advantage in the market. Participate in analysis of alternatives, task planning, scope definition, and technical risk management to ensure successful program execution.
Generate and support the publication of technical briefs, transition briefs, white papers and proposals. Support Engineering Review Boards, Program Management Reviews, system demonstrations, formal test events and other technical interchange meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate to develop and execute strategic plans to achieve short-and long-term objectives.
Analyze engineering systems, processes, and projects to maximize efficiency and effectiveness with recommendations to CACI site lead to improve team functionality. More About the Role The Engineering SME should be comfortable working with a diverse set of contractors and customer personnel using strong interpersonal skills to contribute to the assessment, integration, testing and fielding of wide-ranging technologies and advanced concepts. Track, manage, and resolve technical issues.
This position will serve as the Technical SME role for technical resources across the NUWC program. Lead the day-to-day execution activities of the Engineering team in conjunction with the Program Manager Identify technical continuous improvement and project execution efficiencies Develop and implement improvements to existing processes and practices Conduct investigation to understand root cause of issues and problems You'll Bring These Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering field or 10 years DoD Engineering Experience. Minimum 10 years of experience in a position requiring engineering management expertise Active Secret clearance / ability to obtain TS/SCI Experience supporting NUWC Division Newport Track record of complex problem-solving aptitude Strong customer and user relations skills as well as experience at technical interchange meetings and representing the organization in technical matters Excellent written communication skills, with strong experience developing white papers and technical proposals These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have Experience in an engineering management position working with NUWC and/or other IAC MAC customers Experience with NUWC Division Newport code 034 Experience working large, system of systems design and development Specific knowledge of the Navy's full-spectrum Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) addressable market, competitors, technologies, and mission-specific threats Ability and passion to bring vision and innovation to the engineering function.
Effective collaboration skills and strategy development with peers and senior leaders. Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with senior leadership. - What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy. Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is: $120,300 - $264,800 CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.