Naval Architect – Vessel Modernization & Compliance

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Journeyman Naval Architect to support the USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization, repair programs, and regulatory compliance. You will design, analyze, and oversee testing and integration of marine systems for ships and equipment.

The role requires ABET-accredited degree in Naval Architecture/Marine Engineering, 2–4 years of relevant experience, and the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.

Qualifications

• Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.
• ABET-accredited engineering degree in Naval Architecture/Marine/Mechanical or related field.
• 2–4 years of relevant experience; 3+ years on ACAT I programs preferred.
• Experience with USN and commercial ship design rules (ABS/NVR).
• Experience with HM&E and auxiliary systems and technical package development.

Responsibilities

• Designs, constructs and maintains ships, boats and other water vessels and equipment.
• Oversees testing, installation, and repair of marine apparatus, equipment and vessels.
• Performs analyses to develop designs for products and structures.
• Prepares plans, estimates, schedules and contract specifications.
• Creates product layouts and detailed drawings and schematics.
• Evaluates equipment performance during acceptance testing and trials.
• Confer with research personnel to resolve design issues and modify designs.
• Investigates tests for compliance with standards and safety requirements.
• Coordinates with regulatory bodies to ensure repairs comply with safety.
• Monitors ships to ensure compliance with life saving equipment and pollution regulations.

Skills

Naval Architecture knowledge

Marine engineering concepts

Technical writing

Security clearance eligible

Education

ABET-accredited Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering degree

Tools

ABS/NVR rules

USN standards

HM&E systems knowledge

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Journeyman Naval Architect to support the USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization, repair programs, and regulatory compliance. You will design, analyze, and oversee testing and integration of marine systems for ships and equipment.

The role requires ABET-accredited degree in Naval Architecture/Marine Engineering, 2–4 years of relevant experience, and the ability to obtain SECRET clearance.