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Midlevel Ship Structural Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of ...

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5

Newport News, VA · On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5 Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Aug 28, 2026 Req ID ... Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st ...

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5

Newport News, VA · On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5 Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Aug 28, 2026 Req ID ... Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st ...

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5

Newport News, VA · On-site

$150K - $185K/yr

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5 Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Aug 28, 2026 Req ID ... Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st ...

$150K - $185K/yr

Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress ... Knowledge of large surface combatant ship structural fabrication, welding and NDT requirements, and ...

$150K - $185K/yr

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5 Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Aug 28, 2026 Req ID ... Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st ...

$150K - $185K/yr

ENGINEER STRUCTURAL 5 Location: Newport News, Virginia, United States Date: Aug 28, 2026 Req ID ... Newport News Shipbuilding US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes Full-Time Shift: 1st ...

Naval Structures Engineer II

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$68K - $102K/yr

Conduct structural design, modification, and analysis of naval and commercial ship platforms ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university Required Experience:

Naval Structures Engineer II

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$68K - $102K/yr

Conduct structural design, modification, and analysis of naval and commercial ship platforms ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university Required Experience:

Naval Structures Engineer II

Bethesda, MD · On-site

$68K - $102K/yr

Conduct structural design, modification, and analysis of naval and commercial ship platforms ... Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university Required Experience:

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for ship structural engineer in the United States is $99,400.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,000.00 and $113,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Ship Structural Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 92% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,400 per year, or $47.8 per hour.

Midlevel Ship Structural Engineer

Washington, DC • Hybrid

$63K - $129K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 11 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Design equipment foundations and ship structures for new and existing ships.

  • Perform structural calculations using first-principles formulas and finite element software.

  • Assist with development of structural drawings and document methods, assumptions, and results in reports.


Job description

Job Title: Midlevel Ship Structural Engineer Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Continental US * * * The Opportunity: Mid-level structural engineer role is a unique career opportunity to be part of a team of naval architects, structural engineers, and designers providing structural designs and solutions for US Navy and USCG ships Opportunity to support CACI's Washington, DC office, e.g. Client Site Offices at the Washington Navy Yard or NSWC-Carderock and future potential flexible, hybrid positions, and work with customers, such as, MSC, NSWC, and NAVSEA. Responsibilities: Design equipment foundations and other ship structures for new and existing ships

Perform structural calculations using first-principles formulas and using finite element software. Assist with development of structural drawings. Document methods, assumptions, and results in reports.

Apply regulatory rules, industry standards, and customer requirements to develop conforming designs and analysis pass/fail criteria. Perform Shipyard and/or design Contract Deliverable reviews for Contract Specification SOWs, Regulatory, and technical compliance. Interface with customers, vendors, shipyards, and internal team members.

Train less experienced engineers. Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the marine industry.

Minimum of 2 years of experience performing finite element analysis. Experience reading and creating drawings using AutoCAD. Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Detail-oriented and able to work in fast-paced work environment. Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Ability to speak and write clearly in English.

Willingness to travel approximately 10% of the time. U.S. Citizenship

Security clearance eligibility. Desired: U.S. Navy or USCG surface ship design, operations, or maintenance experience

Experience with U.S. Navy, USCG, and/or U.S. commercial ship design standards

Proficiency with 3-D CAD, such as Solidworks. Experience with design/analysis of aluminum structures. Experience with corrosion inspection/prediction.

Experience performing metal fatigue calculations. Experience performing mooring analyses. Experience with performing weights and stability calculations.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

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. Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position. The proposed salary range for this position is: $63,300-$129,700 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.