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This opportunity resides within Uncrewed Systems (UxS) supporting advanced naval unmanned surface vessel (USV/MUSV) development autonomy integration and prototype test execution. We design build integrate and test stateoftheart unmanned maritime systems for national defense and commercial partners.

Our team takes a comprehensive cradle-to-grave approach to every programwe dont just design; we develop integrate build test and deploy. Working within our collaborative cross-functional environment team members have unique opportunities to expand their expertise across multiple disciplines. We embrace a culture of shared ownership where everyone contributes beyond traditional boundaries making this an ideal role for those who thrive on variety and continuous learning.

What you will be doing...

Performs routine naval architecture work requiring application of standard techniques procedures and criteria in carrying out a sequence of design and/or analyses of ship hull foundation superstructure arrangements and hull form characteristics tasks. As directed applies selected techniques and procedures to assignments involving ship design and ship performance analyses. Assists in the solution of difficult problems involved in areas of assignment. Uses prescribed methods to perform specific and limited portions of broader systems design performance analyse or hull form characteristic assignments of more experienced naval architects. The duties described herein cover major duties as required. However this does not exclude the requirement of performing related duties under normal conditions and other duties directed by supervision.

As a Naval Architect / Marine Engineer you will provide engineering leadership and shipyardfocused expertise across the design construction integration and test phases of a Medium Unmanned Surface Vessel (MUSV) prototype program. Responsibilities include:

Develop and/or review structural weight stability hydrodynamic maneuvering and seakeeping characteristics to ensure MUSV designs meet threshold performance requirements.

Understanding of American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) standards and/or Navy Ship Design standards and/or USCG Rules. Applying rulesets to autonomous vessels.

Translate MUSV SOW requirements into engineering products including specifications interface documentation design drawing reviews and configuration baselines.

Provide engineering oversight during shipyard construction or conversion activitiesmonitor progress verify construction quality and ensure alignment with approved design standards.

Collaborate closely with autonomy C2 electrical and mechanical systems teams to ensure vessel design supports integrated unmanned operation requirements.

Support development of test vessel descriptions test plans and engineering procedures required for MUSV prototype demonstrations.

Participate in major milestone events including PostAward Conference pretest inspections and government witness events as required by the MUSV test plan.

Support risk identification and mitigation related to design maturity manufacturability and shipyard workflow.

Travel to shipyards subcontractor facilities government test sites and partner locations as needed.

What we are looking for...

5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in Naval Architecture Marine Engineering Ocean Engineering or closely related technical field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in Naval Architecture Marine Engineering Ocean Engineering or closely related technical field; or 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in Naval Architecture Marine Engineering Ocean Engineering or closely related technical field.

5 years experience in shipyard construction vessel design or marine engineering; experience with commercial or naval craft strongly preferred.

Working knowledge of ABS rules ISO standards and naval/marine classification requirements applicable to MUSV construction.

Ability to interpret and develop engineering drawings 3D models test procedures and technical data packages.

Experience supporting or executing work inside active shipyards including oversight of electrical outfitting configuration and mechanical installations.

Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including autonomy controls software test engineering and supply chain.

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Willingness to travel (2040%) including periodic shipyard and waterfront support. #LI-MH1

Bonus Points for...

Experience with unmanned surface vessels autonomy integration or advanced marine control systems.

ABS class approval processes for novel or autonomous vessel designs.

Experience performing or reviewing stability analyses weight reporting structural design and hydrodynamic modeling.

Familiarity with STANAG seakeeping environments COLREGs-compliant autonomous vessel considerations or unmanned system integration preferred.

Experience with hull conversions repowering or refit programs applicable to MUSV conversion options.

Familiarity with cyberresilient system design technical data management or RMF/SSP considerations for unmanned vessels.

Prior participation in prototype testing sea trials or governmentobserved evaluations.

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office industrial or shipboard environment. Able to climb ladders and tolerate confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. May require the lifting and moving of materials not to exceed the guidelines set for one man lift. Office environment normally encountered with industrial/shipboard exposure to be expected on occasion. May involve work in office shipyard waterfront industrial environments and work on boat at-sea. Ability to tolerate variable weather and sea conditions as required.