Junior Mechanical Engineer, Marine Small Craft

Leidos•Chesapeake, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

DLBA Naval Architects, a division of Leidos Gibbs & Cox, is a premier naval architecture and marine engineering firm specializing in the design of diverse marine craft, from high-performance recreational boats to robust workboats. They are known for bringing advanced design and engineering to the waterfront and pushing the boundaries of high-performance marine craft design through research and development. The Junior Mechanical Engineer will be part of a client team supporting the US Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Code 83, Combatant Craft Division (CCD), providing onsite support for mechanical systems on US Navy small craft (<300 ft) throughout their full lifecycle.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Active DoD secret security clearance
B.S. Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related field
Minimum 2 years’ mechanical engineering experience (non-nuclear)
Broad knowledge of marine engineering and an in-depth knowledge of principles, practices and related technologies
Knowledge of specifications and regulatory requirements (BS/RINA/LR/ISO/USCG/ABYC)
Strong time management and organization skills as an independent contributor
Demonstrated experience solving technical problems using first principles hand calculations and devising new approaches to challenges encountered.
Proficiency in using industry-standard CAD software, including AutoCAD and Rhino
Demonstrated interpersonal skills as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary team
Strong analytical skills, communication, and interpersonal skills
Excellent MS Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Nice To Haves

Shipyard or boatyard experience
Professional certificates of competency in applicable CAD & engineering software

Responsibilities

Prepare accurate and detailed engineering calculations using first principles hand calculations and devise approaches to challenges encountered.
Assist client teams in the design of boats and craft, providing solutions by applying existing design skills, techniques, and procedures.
Collaborate with teammates to develop small craft design solutions.
Design propulsion, fuel, ventilation, and hydraulic systems.
Complete engineering assignments accurately and on a timely basis utilizing standard engineering programs.
Provide onsite mechanical engineering service to US Navy Combatant Craft Division (Code 83) at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story.