Naval Architecture Branch Manager — Ship Modernization Leader

QED Systems Inc; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 87,224 - 125,458; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short/Long Term Disability

401(k) retirement plan

Basic Life Insurance

supplemental insurances

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Q.E.D. Systems seeks a Naval Architecture Branch Manager in Virginia Beach to lead the design department focused on ship modernization, SCD, engineering analysis, and related drawings. You will manage engineers, control costs, ensure quality, and drive schedules to support Navy contracts.

This role requires a strong background in naval architecture with 10+ years in ship engineering and 3+ years in management, including DoD program experience. A Secret clearance eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in ship engineering, design, advance planning and modernization related to Naval Architecture.
• At least 3 years in Engineering/Project Manager roles or as Deputy PM on Navy service contracts/DoD programs.
• Experience with Navy drawings and government contracting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering and design personnel, and control project costs, quality, schedules, and project manning requirements.
• Oversee budgets, staffing, and resource allocation for ship modernization projects.
• Report to Naval Engineering Manager and coordinate with Navy stakeholders.

Skills

Ship engineering

Naval Architecture

Ship design

Ship modernization

Engineering management

Project management

DoD contract experience

NMP-MOM knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Naval Architecture

Job description

Q.E.D. Systems seeks a Naval Architecture Branch Manager in Virginia Beach to lead the design department focused on ship modernization, SCD, engineering analysis, and related drawings. You will manage engineers, control costs, ensure quality, and drive schedules to support Navy contracts.

This role requires a strong background in naval architecture with 10+ years in ship engineering and 3+ years in management, including DoD program experience. A Secret clearance eligibility is required.