Engineer - Talent Pool

Phoenix Group of Virginia, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Group of Virginia, Inc. is seeking a General Engineer to support Navy inactive ship and vessel disposition programs at SUPSHIP Newport News. You will provide technical engineering support across planning, documentation, and coordination with government and shipyard stakeholders.

Hands-on naval or maritime engineering experience is preferred in a fast-moving, mission-focused environment. The role involves developing work packages, reviewing technical specifications and drawings, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years engineering experience in defense/shipbuilding/naval environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specs, and government documentation.
• Professional Engineer license (PE) or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering technical support to Navy inactive ship programs, including analysis, documentation, and coordination with stakeholders.
• Assist in development and review of work packages, technical specifications, drawings and assessments.
• Support IPT activities and serve as a technical resource during planning and execution phases.
• Interface with SUPSHIP Newport News, NAVSEA, and shipyard personnel on vessel systems and disposition planning.

Skills

Naval/maritime engineering

Technical writing

Government coordination

Office productivity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Phoenix Group of Virginia is seeking a General Engineer to support Navy inactive ship and vessel disposition programs at SUPSHIP Newport News. This role provides technical engineering support across a range of program areas including planning, documentation, and coordination with government and shipyard stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings hands‑on naval or maritime engineering experience and thrives in a fast‑moving, mission‑focused environment.

Primary Functions

• Provide engineering technical support to Navy inactive ship programs, including analysis, documentation, and coordination activities.
• Assist in the development and review of engineering products such as work packages, technical specifications, drawings, and assessments.
• Support Integrated Product Team (IPT) activities and serve as a technical resource during planning and execution phases.
• Interface with SUPSHIP Newport News, NAVSEA, and shipyard personnel on technical matters related to vessel systems and disposition planning.
• Identify and document engineering issues, risks, and recommendations in coordination with program leads.
• Research historical vessel data, maintenance records, and technical documentation to support planning efforts.
• Prepare briefings, technical reports, and supporting documentation for government review.
• Perform site visits to vessels, shipyards, or government facilities as required to support program activities.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Marine, Naval Architecture, Systems, or related discipline) from an accredited institution.

Military Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience in a defense, shipbuilding, or naval environment.
• Working knowledge of ship systems, mechanical systems, or similar technical domains relevant to naval vessels.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and government documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience supporting NAVSEA, SUPSHIP, or a Naval Shipyard program.
• Familiarity with Navy inactive ship management, vessel disposition, or INACT planning processes.
• Background in ship systems (HM&E, C4I, nuclear plant support, or similar) is a strong plus.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or EIT certification.
• Experience working in a government contractor environment on cost-type or fixed-price contracts.