Senior Naval Electrical Designer – Ship Systems

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

Job summary

Gibbs & Cox, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leidos, seeks a Naval Electrical Senior Designer in Newport News, VA. You will produce detailed electrical ship systems designs, 3D models, diagrams, and 2D drawings for naval and commercial ships, ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

You will collaborate closely with naval architects and engineers, translating complex specifications into precise drawings and models while adhering to project timelines and quality standards.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and ability to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Associate's Degree or two years of relevant experience in lieu of an Associate's Degree.
• Five or more years of experience translating specification requirements into detailed ship design products and drawings.
• Electrical design experience in naval and/or commercial shipbuilding programs.
• Experience with PDF editing programs (Bluebeam preferred).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD 2014 or later.
• Proficiency in 3D modeling.
• Knowledge of standards and regulatory body requirements.
• Demonstrated drafting methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Strong MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong time management and organization as an independent contributor.
• Interpersonal skills as part of a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate and detailed designs, free-form surface models, and drawings from concept sketches, photos, scans, or stated requirements.
• Collaborate with clients, naval architects, engineers, and design team members to produce high-quality ship design products and drawings.

Skills

Electrical design

AutoCAD

3D modeling

PDF editing

MS Office

Presentation skills

Shipbuilding experience

Education

Associate degree

Tools

ShipConstructor

Job description

Gibbs & Cox, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leidos, seeks a Naval Electrical Senior Designer in Newport News, VA. You will produce detailed electrical ship systems designs, 3D models, diagrams, and 2D drawings for naval and commercial ships, ensuring compliance with standards and regulatory requirements.

You will collaborate closely with naval architects and engineers, translating complex specifications into precise drawings and models while adhering to project timelines and quality standards.