Senior Marine Systems Engineer

Career Servant; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance options

Retirement savings plan with company matching

Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

Job summary

A leading marine technology company is seeking a Senior Marine Systems Engineer to support the development of advanced sonar and communication systems for autonomous vehicles. This full-time role offers competitive salary between $170,000 and $215,000 per year, along with comprehensive health benefits and professional development opportunities. Ideal candidates will have at least a Bachelor's degree and substantive experience in marine systems engineering, project leadership, and proposal writing.

Qualifications

• Proven experience with marine hardware or system design.
• Experience leading proposals and new business captures.
• Working knowledge of digital and analog circuits.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop maritime systems.
• Lead project initiatives and teams.
• Engage in proposal writing and new business captures.

Skills

Expertise in electrical, ocean, or mechanical engineering

Subject matter expertise in digital communications

Experience with marine hardware design

Strong project leadership skills

Exceptional communication abilities

Experience with C/C++ programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, ocean, mechanical engineering, acoustics, or related field

Job description

Senior Marine Systems Engineer

Location: Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States

Salary: $170,000.00 – $215,000.00 (US Dollar)

About the job

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Marine Systems Engineer to join our teams in Groton (CT), Concord (MA), or Arlington (VA). In this role, you will support the development of cutting‑edge sonar and communication systems for autonomous underwater vehicles, undersea systems, and various marine applications.

Company Culture and Environment

Our company fosters a collaborative and innovative environment where team members are encouraged to share ideas and contribute to advanced technology solutions. We value diversity, communication, and a proactive approach to problem‑solving.

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

This position offers significant professional growth opportunities, including leadership roles in projects and high-impact R&D programs with various DoD customers. You will also have access to training and development resources to advance your skills.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health insurance options
• Retirement savings plan with company matching
• Opportunities for professional development and continued education
• Support for participation in technical conferences
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and flexible work arrangements

Why You Should Apply for This Position

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead innovative projects in maritime technology and make a significant impact in the field of autonomous systems. You will work with a dedicated team and contribute to groundbreaking research and development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop maritime systems (approximately 50% of time)
• Lead project initiatives and teams (approximately 25% of time)
• Engage in proposal writing, marketing, and new business captures (approximately 25% of time)

Qualifications

• BS, MS, or PhD in electrical, ocean, or mechanical engineering, acoustics, or a related field
• Proven experience with marine hardware or system design
• Experience leading proposals and new business captures
• Working knowledge of digital and analog circuits
• Proven track record of exceptional communication and leadership skills

Skills

• Expertise in electrical, ocean, or mechanical engineering, acoustics, or a related field
• Subject matter expertise in digital communications, maritime hardware design, robotics, and acoustic signal processing
• Experience with marine hardware design including sensor arrays and low power embedded processors
• Strong project leadership and proposal writing skills
• Exceptional written and oral communication abilities
• Experience with C/C++ and Linux programming

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in electrical, ocean, mechanical engineering, acoustics, or a related field.

Experience Requirements

• Several years of experience in developing and/or designing sonar and/or communication systems
• Experience with project leadership in R&D for DARPA, ONR, NAVSEA, or similar DoD customers
• Proven experience in fielding systems and conducting prototype demonstrations

3>Employment Information

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: $170,000 – $215,000 Per Year

Education Level: Bachelor's degree

Experience: 7 Years of Experience