Senior Naval Architect for Unmanned Surface Vessels (MUSV)

HII's Mission Technologies division; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Naval Architect/Marine Engineer to lead MUSV design, analysis, and testing. You will work across autonomy, C2, electrical, and mechanical teams to ensure robust vessel concepts and compliant documentation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in ship design or marine engineering, travel 20–40%, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. You will contribute to cutting‑edge autonomous maritime systems for defense and commercial partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or closely related field.
• 5+ years experience in shipyard construction, vessel design, or marine engineering.
• Working knowledge of ABS rules, ISO standards, and naval classification requirements.
• Ability to develop and interpret engineering drawings and 3D models.

Responsibilities

• Perform naval architecture work on MUSV design and analyses.
• Collaborate with autonomy, controls, software, electrical, and mechanical teams.
• Translate SOW requirements into engineering products and documentation.
• Provide oversight during shipyard construction and testing activities.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Travel readiness

Security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field

PhD or JD in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or related field

Job description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Naval Architect/Marine Engineer to lead MUSV design, analysis, and testing. You will work across autonomy, C2, electrical, and mechanical teams to ensure robust vessel concepts and compliant documentation.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in ship design or marine engineering, travel 20–40%, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. You will contribute to cutting‑edge autonomous maritime systems for defense and commercial partners.