Naval Architect — Flexible Work & Impactful Vessel Design

U.S. Coast Guard; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Coast Guard in Baltimore, Maryland is seeking a Naval Architect at the GS-0871-7/9/11/12/13 level to support the Engineering Services Division.

You will lead and perform the most challenging naval architecture tasks, including design, analyses, and oversight of vessel construction, modernization, overhaul, and repair projects. You will conduct conceptual and preliminary designs, stability and hull strength assessments, and coordinate with contractors.

Qualifications

• Requires professional engineering curriculum leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Includes calculus and advanced courses in statics/dynamics, strength of materials, fluid mechanics or related areas.
• Professional registration as a PE or equivalent is required or eligible for positions within the field.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual and preliminary design studies for proposed vessels.
• Conduct hull form, stability, and propulsion analyses.
• Develop drawings, specifications, and test data for naval architecture tasks.
• Monitor contractor progress and review submittals for technical accuracy.
• Utilize CAD to create or modify drawings and improve designs.

Skills

Naval architecture

Design analysis

Stability analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional engineering registration (PE)

Tools

CAD software

Job description

The U.S. Coast Guard in Baltimore, Maryland is seeking a Naval Architect at the GS-0871-7/9/11/12/13 level to support the Engineering Services Division.

You will lead and perform the most challenging naval architecture tasks, including design, analyses, and oversight of vessel construction, modernization, overhaul, and repair projects. You will conduct conceptual and preliminary designs, stability and hull strength assessments, and coordinate with contractors.