Naval General Engineer: Ship Maintenance & Readiness

U.S. Fleet Forces Command; Virginia; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fleet Forces Command in Virginia seeks a General Engineer to provide authoritative engineering oversight for major maintenance and modernization of Navy ships.

You will act as the ship owner's representative and be the primary engineering technical authority for assigned surface ships, guiding lifecycle support to sustain readiness and safety. The role requires expertise in evaluating ship systems, planning ship availabilities, and communicating complex issues to leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering with ABET accreditation or equivalent.
• Combination of education and experience in engineering accepted.
• Professional registration/licensure (PE/EIT) favorable or FE exam equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Serve as General Engineer for CNSL, N43 and advise on maintenance/modernization.
• Act as ship owner's representative and technical authority for ship maintenance.
• Coordinate and monitor ship availabilities, scope, resources, and schedules.

Skills

Marine engineering

Maintenance planning

Lifecycle engineering

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Job description

U.S. Fleet Forces Command in Virginia seeks a General Engineer to provide authoritative engineering oversight for major maintenance and modernization of Navy ships.

You will act as the ship owner's representative and be the primary engineering technical authority for assigned surface ships, guiding lifecycle support to sustain readiness and safety. The role requires expertise in evaluating ship systems, planning ship availabilities, and communicating complex issues to leadership.