Naval Architect III

VT Group (VTG); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 74,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Naval Architect III to join their Washington, DC office. This role involves analyzing ship hulls and superstructures, leading teams in prototype development, and ensuring compliance with national and international standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong engineering background, relevant experience in naval architecture, and an active DoD Secret Clearance. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects within the defense and space manufacturing sector, where your expertise will directly impact vessel performance and design integrity.

Qualifications

• 4 to 7 years of relevant experience in naval architecture.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Analyze ship hulls and superstructures for design compliance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams through prototype development.
• Evaluate vessel performance during trials.

Skills

Engineering

Ship Design

Team Leadership

Performance Evaluation

DoD Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

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Overview

We are seeking a Naval Architect to support our Washington, DC office. The candidate will analyze ship hulls and superstructures, lead multidisciplinary teams through prototype development and testing, and evaluate vessel performance. Responsibilities include ensuring designs meet national and international standards for surface combatant ship programs.

What will you do?

• Provide analysis on ship hulls and superstructures.
• Study design products and specifications to establish basic characteristics of a ship, such as size, weight, and speed.
• Lead teams from various specialties to oversee building and testing prototypes.
• Evaluate ship performance during trials, both at dock and at sea.
• Modify designs as needed to meet standards.

Do you have what it takes?

Required Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 4 to 7 years of relevant experience.
• Must have active DoD Secret Clearance and ability to sustain it.

Preferred Skills:

• Professional Engineer License.
• Experience with DoD/DoN procedures and policies (e.g., DoD 5000 process).
• Experience in surface combatant ships.

Pay Range: VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $74,500-$110,050 annually, considering various factors such as experience, education, and market considerations.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing

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