Senior Naval Architect: Hydrodynamics & Ship Design

Serco; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Serco in Washington, DC, is seeking a Senior Naval Architect with expertise in hydrodynamics and ship design to drive performance analysis and optimization for Navy and commercial projects.

You will conduct detailed hydrodynamic analyses, run CFD studies, review design concepts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, regulation-compliant vessels. DoD Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in hydrodynamics and ship design for naval projects.
• Ability to conduct detailed hydrodynamic analyses and CFD studies.
• Experience with Navy projects and regulatory compliance.
• Must be able to work independently on high-visibility tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level guidance on hydrodynamics, vessel performance, and ship design.
• Offer expert support, analysis, research, and advice on intricate problems and processes.
• Execute highly specialized tasks with cutting-edge technologies.
• Conduct detailed hydrodynamic analyses (resistance, propulsion, seakeeping, maneuvering) to optimize ship design.
• Review and provide feedback on design concepts, performance predictions, and CFD analyses.
• Performance hydrodynamic simulations and use CFD tools for modeling.

Skills

Hydrodynamics

Ship design

CFD analysis

Vessel performance

Seakeeping

Maneuvering

Hydrodynamic simulations

CFD Software

Tools

CFD Software

Job description

Serco in Washington, DC, is seeking a Senior Naval Architect with expertise in hydrodynamics and ship design to drive performance analysis and optimization for Navy and commercial projects.

You will conduct detailed hydrodynamic analyses, run CFD studies, review design concepts, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver efficient, regulation-compliant vessels. DoD Secret clearance is required.