Hybrid Naval Architect – High-Speed Marine Prototypes

Bulwark Dynamics; California; Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Bulwark Dynamics is seeking a Mid to Senior Naval Architect to own the vessels' naval architecture for 15‑ft and 35‑ft prototypes, including hull hydrodynamics, structural design, stability, and weight management. You will report directly to the CTO, a former NASA Chief Engineer, during a high-stakes build sprint.

Responsibilities include leading hull design and hydrodynamics, modeling in Rhino/Maxsurf/NAPA/SolidWorks, and guiding prototype manufacturing with FRP and marine aluminum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead hull design and development from concept to deployment for 15-ft and 35-ft prototypes.
• Perform hydrodynamics, stability, and weight assessment for high-speed vessels.
• Create 2D/3D models and manufacturing drawings using Rhino, Maxsurf, NAPA, SolidWorks.
• Guide vessel fabrication including FRP composites and marine aluminum structures.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and autonomy teams for sea trials and deployment.

Skills

Naval architecture knowledge

Hydrodynamics

Structural analysis

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering

Tools

Rhino

Maxsurf

NAPA

SolidWorks

Job description

Bulwark Dynamics is seeking a Mid to Senior Naval Architect to own the vessels' naval architecture for 15‑ft and 35‑ft prototypes, including hull hydrodynamics, structural design, stability, and weight management. You will report directly to the CTO, a former NASA Chief Engineer, during a high-stakes build sprint.

Responsibilities include leading hull design and hydrodynamics, modeling in Rhino/Maxsurf/NAPA/SolidWorks, and guiding prototype manufacturing with FRP and marine aluminum.