Description
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be embedded in a client team with US Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Code 83, Combatant Craft Division (CCD). You'll provide onsite support to CCD at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story.
In this position, you will perform mechanical engineering design, analysis, research, and testing service for mechanical systems on US Navy small craft (<300 ft). Range of service includes full life-cycle support for the US Navy's small craft inventory.
Primary Responsibilities
- Prepare accurate and detailed engineering calculations using first principles hand calculations and devise approaches to challenges encountered.
- Assist client teams in the design of boats and craft. Provide solutions by applying existing design skills, techniques, and procedures.
- Collaborate with teammates to develop small craft design solutions.
- Complete engineering assignments accurately and on a timely basis utilizing standard engineering programs.
- Provide onsite mechanical engineering service to US Navy Combatant Craft Division (Code 83) at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story.
- Propulsion, fuel, ventilation, and hydraulic systems design.
Basic Qualifications
- U.S. Citizenship
- Active DoD secret security clearance
- B.S. Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum 8 years' mechanical engineering experience (non-nuclear)
- Broad knowledge of marine engineering and an in-depth knowledge of principles, practices and related technologies
- Knowledge of specifications and regulatory requirements (BS/RINA/LR/ISO/USCG/ABYC)
- Strong time management and organization skills as an independent contributor
- Demonstrated experience solving technical problems using first principles hand calculations and devising new approaches to challenges encountered.
- Proficiency in using industry-standard CAD software, including AutoCAD and Rhino
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
- Strong analytical skills, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent MS Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel