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
Hybrid work model: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
Responsibilities
Provide technical expertise in structural design, welding, fabrication, and HM&E systems for major acquisition efforts.
Review engineering designs and shipbuilder deliverables for compliance with program requirements.
Provide technical guidance on welding, structural fabrication, and producibility.
Support development of specifications, SOWs, CDRLs, and technical responses during design reviews.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve integration issues and reduce technical risk.
Conduct analysis and design of auxiliary systems and lead development of technical data packages.
Support dock trials, sea trials, stability tests, and speed-power evaluations.
Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare benefits
Paid leave
Retirement plans
Insurance programs
Education and training assistance
Full 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.
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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 $128,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000/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.
About AMERICAN SYSTEMS
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is a government IT solutions provider. The Company provides solutions in national security, healthcare, and public sector markets. Its services include acquisition and lifecycle support, enterprise IT, healthcare IT, intelligence analysis, and training and simulation. The Company's customers include the Department of Defense, Department of State, Department of Justice, and Department of Homeland Security. AMERICAN SYSTEMS was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in Chantilly, Virginia.
