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Serco · 9 hours ago

Submarine Structural Engineer

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Serco is a company supporting projects for the US Navy, and they are seeking a Submarine Structural Engineer to provide technical and programmatic support for the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program Office. The role involves performing structural integrity analysis, collaborating on material selection, and managing technical projects to ensure the safety and performance of submarine structures.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Perform detailed structural analysis and assessments to ensure the integrity and safety of ship structures, including hulls, decks, bulkheads, and other critical components

Collaborate with material specialists to select suitable materials for shipbuilding projects, considering durability, weight, and cost-effectiveness

Conduct ship stability assessments to ensure vessels' stability under various operating conditions and cargo loading scenarios

Implement stringent quality control measures during the construction phase to maintain adherence to design specifications and regulatory standards

Evaluate and propose structural modifications or improvements to enhance ship performance and operational capabilities

Collaborate with naval architects to integrate structural design elements seamlessly with overall ship design

Work closely with other engineering disciplines to ensure seamless integration of structural elements with electrical, mechanical, and systems components

Serve with delegated technical and signature authority for VIRGINIA Class Structures during Design, New Construction and Fleet Introduction for 05U5X Ship Design Manager

Lead and manage technical projects as assigned by the SEA05U2 management

Develop close working relationships with technical warrant holders, subject matter experts, systems engineering specialists, ship designers, and fabrication trades to develop cost-effective systems and designs that meet requirements

Review technical products, determine stakeholders, come through comment resolution on technical products, write letters to codify direction back to our contractor

Develop solutions to a variety of controversial problems; anticipates future trends; and investigate application of new technology or approaches

Analyze, research and develop structural engineering specifications involving metals, non-metallic or composite structural materials for product design, or operation of product to include structures, mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronics, power plant, armament, heating and ventilating, equipment and maintenance designs

Analyze damage tolerance, durability, design allowables and structural modeling. Specific structural engineering specialties may include dynamics and loads, stability and stress fatigue and thermal analysis

Support and sometimes lead cross discipline teams of engineers and designers to execute tasking as assigned by the program manager

Interface with many stakeholders both internal and external to PMS450 and will be responsible for day-to-day project management and engineering activities such as working with Subject Matter Expert (SME) leads to develop and execute technical project plans, estimating schedules and costs, tracking progress, coordinating resolution of technical issues, and identifying risks and concerns to the program manager

Research, plan, design, and develop mechanical products and systems such as instruments, controls, robots, engines, machines and mechanical, thermal hydraulic or heat transfer systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy

Evaluate and resolve system and component related questions and problems from Naval Shipyards, perform system analysis, perform cost/benefit analysis, perform engineering studies and calculations, resolve obsolescence issues and updated provisioning documents, develop ship alterations, maintain system diagrams and construction drawings, and updated operating instructions

Support project engineers overseeing all aspects of engineering tasks including overall technical quality, working in a team environment, maintaining schedules, awareness of budgets, and interfacing with other engineering and design disciplines

Maintain respective system diagrams and system descriptions/supporting calculations

Responsible for new construction test specifications and SMITE test/trial specifications

Interface with resolving construction related issues mainly in SMITE in preparation for first of class trials

Supplier technical management in partnership with supply chain

Technical correspondence (internal and external) by Inquiry Forms

Change management via Enterprise Change Request

Qualification

Structural AnalysisFinite Element MethodNaval ArchitectureMechanical EngineeringMaterial SelectionShip Stability AnalysisQuality ControlTechnical Project ManagementTechnical WritingInterdisciplinary CoordinationStakeholder EngagementTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsFlexibilityLeadershipMentoringAdaptabilityTeam Player

Required

An Active or Current DoD Secret clearance or eligible for a clearance

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Structural Engineering, a relevant field, or equivalent experience, Master's degree preferred

8-10 years of professional experience working as a Structural Analyst with one or more domains and/or technologies of expertise

Extensive knowledge of analytical structural analysis methods for both metallic and composite structures

Extensive professional experience developing Finite Element Method (FEM) models for the purposes of load development, part stress and strain evaluation and modal analysis

Capacity to work holistically on complex mechanical systems and structures across design, implementation, operation and sustainment

Capacity to act as the technical owner for a complex structural components and assemblies, including stakeholder engagement, requirements definition, roadmap management, team co-ordination, design, implementation, sustainment and evolution

Capacity learn and grow individually, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity

Required: Excellent written and oral communications skills

Experience with structural designs in the Navy or defense systems, including engineering related to R&D, T&E, and systems acquisition programs for Navy shipbuilding and defense systems

Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team consisting of systems engineers, electrical and electronics engineers, acquisition professionals, and logistics and sustainment professionals to achieve program outcomes

Knowledge of naval vessel structural design specifications, standards, and practices

Ability to analyze mechanical designs through review of design artifacts

Professional Engineer Certification

Ability to use Microsoft Office packages effectively

Ability to be flexible both in relation to job-specification and schedules

Ability to solve problems

Preferred

Desired active NNPI account and CAC

Desired: 10 or more years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs

Desired: Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer

Desired: Knowledge of Program Management, including the acquisition process, the budgeting process and Navy program execution

Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service preferred

Recent experience in Team Submarine would be ideal

Demonstrate the ability to interact with senior management on complex technical issues

Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, and often under short, multiple deadlines

Ability to be a team player, work well with others and contribute positively to work/team environment while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution to the team

Ability to travel up to 10% of the time and some travel outside the DC area may be required

Technical knowledge of SUBSAFE program

Submarine Engineering experience is a plus

Previous NAVSEA and SUPSHIP audit support experience is preferred

Experience providing review of design specifications, technical issue resolution, and technical documentation

General knowledge of submarine requirements in engineering and design of deck structures, foundations, and platform arrangements

The ability to apply technical principles, theories, and concepts, in the field of structural design and analysis with some guidance from senior engineers, SMEs and supervisor

The ability to work in a collaborative environment integrating the many ship systems at the structural interfaces, with teams of engineers and designers of varying disciplines

Good communication and technical writing skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office platforms. Knowledge of tools used such as CATIA, IDEAS, ProEngineer and a variety of software applications, Matlab and Simulink modeling is desired

Experience working in DoD or DoN environments is preferred

Experience supporting a submarine acquisition program

Knowledge of Submarine Structural Integrity requirements (design, construction, maintenance) preferred

General knowledge of submarine requirements in engineering and design of deck structures, foundations, and platform arrangements

Membership to Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME) or American Society of Naval Engineer (ASNE) is preferred

Work experience in the Navy and specifically within Team Submarine or submarines in general

Knowledge of DoD policies, NAVSEASYSCOM/Team Submarine policies and procedures

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

Tuition reimbursement program

Life insurance and disability coverage

Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan