Electrical Engineer, Marine Small Craft Systems

Leidos LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

DLBA Naval Architects, a division of Gibbs & Cox and part of Leidos Gibbs & Cox, provides electrical engineering support for US Navy small craft at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story. The role focuses on design, analysis, testing, and on-site service.

Applicants should hold a relevant engineering degree, possess an active DoD clearance, and bring at least 4 years of naval electrical experience with CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Rhino).

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Active DoD secret security clearance.
• Minimum 4 years electrical engineering experience.
• Broad knowledge of marine electrical engineering and related technologies.
• Knowledge of specifications and regulatory requirements (BS/RINA/LR/ISO/USCG/ABYC).
• Strong time management and organization as an independent contributor.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, Rhino).
• Demonstrated teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed engineering calculations from first principles.
• Assist client teams in boat and craft design; apply existing skills and procedures to provide solutions.
• Collaborate with teammates to develop small craft design solutions.
• Complete engineering tasks accurately and on time using standard programs.
• Provide onsite electrical engineering service to US Navy Combatant Craft Division at Little Creek–Fort Story.
• Prepare electrical plant load analyses (EPLA).
• Size and determine power banks, generators, alternators, and other powering requirements.
• Design electrical subsystems and coordinate with mechanical team members.

Skills

First principles hand calculations

CAD skills (AutoCAD, Rhino)

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Education

B.S. Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Job description

DLBA Naval Architects, a division of Gibbs & Cox and part of Leidos Gibbs & Cox, provides electrical engineering support for US Navy small craft at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story. The role focuses on design, analysis, testing, and on-site service.

Applicants should hold a relevant engineering degree, possess an active DoD clearance, and bring at least 4 years of naval electrical experience with CAD proficiency (AutoCAD, Rhino).