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Marine Engineer, Senior

Washington, DC · Hybrid

$110K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Seeking an experienced Senior Naval Architect to support The USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization, and repair programs As a Senior Naval Architect you will: * Provide technical expertise in ...

Marine Engineer, Senior

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$110K - $125K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Seeking an experienced Senior Naval Architect to support The USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization, and repair programs Responsibilities As a Senior Naval Architect you will:

Position Summary / Job Purpose The Sr. Associate, Architectural Design supports the development and ... Responsible for supporting the management and development of end-to-end ship design elements (e.g ...

$110 - $125/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Overview Seeking an experienced Senior Naval Architect to support The USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization, and repair programs Responsibilities As a Senior Naval Architect you will:

The Sr. Associate, Design manages and coordinates architectural design work for newbuild ... Responsible for management and development of end-to-end ship design elements (e.g., placement of ...

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Marine Engineer, Senior

American Systems Corporation

Arlington, VA • On-site

$110K - $125K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Overview
Seeking an experienced Senior Naval Architectto support The USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization, and repair programs
Responsibilities
As a Senior Naval Architect you will:
  • Provide technical expertise in structural design, welding, fabrication, HM&E systems, and auxiliary systems development for major acquisition efforts.
  • Review engineering designs and shipbuilder deliverables for compliance with program requirements and design standard, supporting cutter modernization and structural design reviews.
  • Provide technical guidance on welding, structural fabrication, and producibility.
  • Support development of specifications, SOWs, CDRLs, and technical responses during design reviews.
  • Collaborate with the USCG Ship Design Team, Technical Authorities, shipbuilders, and multidisciplinary teams to resolve integration issues and reduce technical risk.
  • Conduct analysis and design of auxiliary systems, lead development of technical data packages and reviews
  • Additional duties include supporting dock trials, sea trials, stability tests, and speed-power evaluations.

Qualifications
  • Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
  • BS or MS in Engineering, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field from an ABET-accredited institution
  • 3+ years of relevant experience required
  • 7+ years supporting ACAT I programs preferred
  • Experience with federal shipbuilding or boat acquisition programs preferred
  • Familiarity with USN and commercial ship design rules, including ABS / NVR
  • Experience with HM&E systems, auxiliary systems, and technical package development
  • This position is Hybrid. Currently 3 days in office, 2 days remote.

Pay Transparency Statement
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $110,000.00/Yr. - USD $125,000/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.
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