Naval Structural Designer: 3D/2D Ship Details

Leidos; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Gibbs & Cox, a Leidos subsidiary, seeks a Naval Structural Designer in Newport News, VA to produce 3D models and 2D drawings using ShipConstructor. You will collaborate with naval architects and engineers to deliver detailed structural products for naval and commercial ships.

Requirements include US citizenship with ability to obtain a Secret Clearance, an associate degree or 3+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Associates Degree or 3+ Years of relevant experience in lieu of an Associate's Degree.
• 3+ years of experience with Structural Design, 3D Modeling and 2D Drawing development.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Experience working in the shipbuilding industry.
• Demonstrated proficiency of drafting methods, procedures and techniques.
• Must be able to work some overtime as required.
• Strong MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint Skills Required.
• Excellent Oral, Written and Presentation Skills.
• Strong Time Management and Organization Skills as an Independent Contributor.
• Demonstrated Interpersonal Skills as a member of a Collaborative multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to travel and work overtime as required.
• Physical: General Office Setting.

Responsibilities

• Utilizing ShipConstructor to develop Structural 3D models based on Functional Drawings and/or redlines associated with change paper, develop 3D Foundations for equipment, develop Structural Assembly Drawings for Primary Structure and Foundations.
• Preparing accurate and detailed designs, free form surface models and/or drawings based on concept sketches, photographs, or clearly stated functional requirements or appearances.
• Working closely with our clients, naval architects and engineers to produce high quality, detail ship design products and drawings.

Skills

AutoCAD proficiency

ShipConstructor

3D modeling

2D drawing

Office software (Excel/Word/PowerPoint

Communication skills

Time management

Travel availability

Overtime willingness

Citizenship for clearance

Education

Associates Degree or 3+ years experience

Tools

AutoCAD

ShipConstructor

Job description

Gibbs & Cox, a Leidos subsidiary, seeks a Naval Structural Designer in Newport News, VA to produce 3D models and 2D drawings using ShipConstructor. You will collaborate with naval architects and engineers to deliver detailed structural products for naval and commercial ships.

Requirements include US citizenship with ability to obtain a Secret Clearance, an associate degree or 3+ years of relevant experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD.