Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Intern

Leidos LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Intern for Summer 2027 with a focus on supporting the development of steel, aluminum, and composite vessels for government and commercial programs. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to perform design calculations, apply CAD tools, and contribute to full design definitions under mentorship.

Requirements include enrollment in a relevant bachelor’s degree program, proficiency in AutoCAD or Rhino, strong MS Office skills, and

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Ocean Engineering.
• Proficient with AutoCAD and/or Rhino CAD software.
• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Ability to work independently or in a team and communicate effectively.
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select standard engineering techniques for design and modification of boats with mentorship.
• Perform calculations using first principles and company tools with mentorship.
• Develop complete design definitions either independently or as a team.
• Demonstrate broad naval architecture knowledge and related technologies.
• Contribute to design areas such as resistance, weight estimation, stability, structures, and seakeeping.

Skills

MS Office

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree enrollment in Naval Architecture / Marine Engineering / Ocean Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Rhino

Job description

DLBA Naval Architects, a division of Gibbs & Cox, is seeking a Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering Intern for Summer 2027. As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide naval architecture support in the development of steel, aluminum, and composite (a) recreational vessels, (b) commercial ship designs, and (c) U.S. Government programs from 20’ to 250’ feet in length.

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluate and select standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria for design and modification of boats and craft with appropriate mentorship.
• Perform engineering calculations by using first principles hand calculations and by applying existing design skills, techniques, and company procedures/tools with appropriate mentorship.
• Work independently and/or as a team member to develop complete design definition.
• Work may require a broad knowledge of precedents in naval architecture and an in-depth knowledge of principles and practices of related technologies.
• Design areas may include resistance and powering, weight estimation, stability evaluation, structural design, and seakeeping predictions.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in bachelor’s degree program in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, or Ocean Engineering.
• Proficiency in using industry-standard CAD software, including AutoCAD and/or Rhino.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills, including in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong analytical skills, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to work independently or as a team member
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior internships in the field of naval architecture and marine engineering.
• Experience with a shipyard.
• Experience using hydrostatic software including GHS (General HydroStatics) and Orca.
• Experience using CFD software such as Orca CFD or Simerics.

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At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting: October 9, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range

Pay Range: Pay Range $48,100.00 - $86,950.00 The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Leidos Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers.

• Competitive compensation
• Health and Wellness programs
• Income Protection
• Paid Leave
• Retirement

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Commitment and Diversity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.