Fire Protection Engineer

CACI; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 55,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CACI as a Fire Protection Engineer and provide technical support for exciting US Navy projects. You will design critical systems for naval vessels, ensuring safety and functionality. This role offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive and dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

Flexible time off

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• 3-6 years in US Naval Ship Engineering.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with US Navy ship design standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance for Navy vessel auxiliary systems.
• Develop installation packages for auxiliary systems.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews and risk assessments.

Skills

Expert guidance

Design analysis

Quality assurance

Education

BS in Mechanical or Marine Engineering

Master's Degree in Naval Architecture or related

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Fire Protection Engineer

Job Category: EngineeringTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *

The Opportunity:
Fire Protection Engineer providing technical support to multiple US Navy/ MSC programs. You will design and validate designs for existing and to be built systems on various naval and marine vessels including aircraft carriers, combatants, amphibious, auxiliary, and specialized mission ships from ship concept, design, construction, life cycle, and fleet support. This will include firefighting, fire detection, auxiliary, compressed air, hydraulics, and cooling systems that are necessary to maintain a ships functionality and mission. You will provide technical support on various engineering projects alone and as part of an engineering team primarily in support of the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the Military Sealift Command (MSC).

Responsibilities:
• Provide expert guidance throughout all design stages, from preliminary to post-production, for MSC or Navy vessel auxiliary systems.
• Develop purchase specifications and detailed installation packages for auxiliary/firefighting systems.
• Design marine auxiliary and piping systems, reviewing and analyzing preliminary and functional design documentation.
• Contribute to specifications writing, design calculations, outfitting design, and marine drawing, adhering to drawing standards and best marine design practices.
• Update Selected Record Drawings (SRDs), conduct ship checks, and prepare technical work documents.
• Write test procedures, compile and evaluate design and test data, and prepare technical specifications.
• Research, plan, design, develop, modify, and evaluate Firefighting systems.
• Develop and oversee deliverables, conduct quality assurance reviews, and perform risk assessments.
• Apply in-depth knowledge of commercial standards, including ABS, NAVSEA OP-4, SOLAS, SNAME, CFR, ASTM, NVIC and NFPA.


Qualifications:
Required:

• Minimum of 3-6 years’ experience in in US Naval Ship Engineering Capacity.

• US Citizen with ability to obtain a Security Clearance

• Ability to work alone on individual projects with minimal supervision and with other Engineering Disciplines on a team environment.

• Experience with US Navy and/or US commercial ship design standards

• Experience with Military Sealift Command (MSC) marine engineering practices.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and Power Point

• BS Mechanical or Marine Engineering degree or equivalent experience

• In lieu of degree, training and deployment from the US Navy/USCG or equivalent experience

• AutoCAD experience: Ability to draft detailed multi -view drawings of systems, machinery spaces, systems, assemblies, and products.

Desired:

• Master’s Degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related degree

• Experience performing as a key lead of a NAVSEA or MSC engineering team projects

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What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless.So is ours.

Learn more about CACI here.

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Pay Range: There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn morehere.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$55,500 - $111,100

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.