NAVSEA Engineer

JWF Industries, Inc.; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

JWF Industries, located in Johnstown, PA, seeks an experienced NAVSEA Engineer to support NAVSEA standards and defense manufacturing programs. You will oversee compliance, technical documentation, and project execution across engineering, quality, production, and supply chain teams.

The role involves reviewing drawings, specifications, and MIL-STD requirements, participating in design reviews, and driving corrective actions and continuous improvement within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with NAVSEA programs, DoD contracts, or defense manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and military specs.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-22, MIL-STD-2035, and related Tech Pub references is preferred.
• Experience with audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Strong technical writing and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering drawings and contract documents to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate engineering activities across defense programs and production teams.
• Support project planning, scheduling, and risk management.
• Develop and maintain technical reports, procedures, and project records.
• Lead design reviews, customer meetings, and production readiness assessments.
• Interface with customers, suppliers, and government representatives on technical matters.
• Assist with proposal development and technical estimating.

Skills

Project management

Technical writing

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-department coordination

Quality systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Master’s degree or PE preferred

Tools

CAD software

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project)

Job description

NAVSEA EngineerJWF Industries is seeking an experienced NAVSEA Engineer to join our growing team in Johnstown, PA.This position supports critical U.S. Navy and Department of Defense manufacturing programs by providing engineering oversight, technical support, compliance management, and project execution related to products built under NAVSEA requirements. The successful candidate will work closely with Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and Project Management teams to ensure all products, processes, and documentation comply with NAVSEA specifications, defense standards, and customer contract requirements.Candidates with experience in NAVSEA standards, military specifications, defense manufacturing, engineering design, technical documentation, quality systems, and government contracting are encouraged to apply.This is a highly visible position that plays a critical role in supporting JWF Industries’ growing defense and naval manufacturing portfolio.

• Support execution of projects governed by NAVSEA standards, military specifications, and defense contract requirements.
• Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, statements of work, and contract documents to ensure compliance with customer requirements.
• Interpret and apply NAVSEA standards, military specifications, technical manuals, and engineering requirements.
• Coordinate engineering activities related to defense and naval manufacturing programs.
• Support project planning, execution, schedule development, and technical risk management.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, technical reports, procedures, and project records.
• Review manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and quality requirements to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance personnel to support inspections, audits, certifications, and compliance activities.
• Participate in design reviews, technical meetings, customer reviews, and production readiness assessments.
• Evaluate engineering changes, technical deviations, and nonconformance dispositions.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality, manufacturing, or engineering issues.
• Interface with customers, subcontractors, suppliers, and government representatives on technical matters.
• Assist with proposal development, technical estimating, and project planning activities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and increased program performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives throughout engineering and manufacturing operations.

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Naval Architecture, Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline required. Master’s Degree or Professional Engineer (PE) preferred.

Experience

• Experience supporting NAVSEA programs, Department of Defense contracts, military specifications, or defense manufacturing operations preferred.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-22, MIL-STD-2035, Tech Pub T9074-AS-GIB-010/278A, Tech Pub T9074-AS-GIB-010/271, Tech Pub S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, Tech Pub T9074-BD-GIB-010/0300, Tech Pub T9074-BC-GIB-010/0200, Tech Pub T9074-AD-GIB-010/1688 and Tech Pub MIL-STD-1689 preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, fabrication, machining, welding, or industrial engineering environments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, specifications, and military standards.
• Experience with quality systems, audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Experience with CAD software, ERP/MRP systems, or manufacturing software preferred.
• Strong project management, technical writing, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across multiple departments and customer organizations.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Government contracting or defense industry experience preferred.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to have the ability to concentrate and perform responsibilities by maintaining a constant state of focus and mental alertness. The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, and reach with arms. The employee may occasionally be required to visit manufacturing facilities and support production operations. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 lbs. Specific vision requirements include color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position primarily works in a professional office environment with regular interaction in manufacturing and production facilities. While in production areas, the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and elevated noise levels. Appropriate personal protective equipment may be required when entering manufacturing areas.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

About JWF Industries

JWF Industries is a premier manufacturing and fabrication company providing innovative solutions for defense, infrastructure, transportation, energy, and commercial markets. Our team is committed to quality, safety, innovation, and workforce development. Through advanced manufacturing capabilities and employee-focused career development, JWF continues to build products and opportunities that make a difference.

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