Junior Naval Architect

AMERICAN SYSTEMS•Washington, DC

23h•$85,000 - $91,000•Hybrid

About The Position

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a Junior Naval Architect to support The USCG Ship Design Team's vessel modernization and repair programs. This hybrid position is not remote and requires at least three days per week of in-office or on-site work. The role provides technical support and documentation across ship feasibility, concept, preliminary, and contract design, including integration stability, analysis, hydrodynamic properties, and seakeeping properties. Work includes evaluating systems and equipment; developing and analyzing requirements; conducting studies and preparing documentation related to hull form, stability, weights, structures, and designs; developing system documentation and ship specifications for surface assets and boats; and performing structural analysis and design using ISO and class society standards. The position also supports dock trials, sea trials, stability tests, and speed-power evaluations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Technical Engineering or a Marine degree from an ABET-accredited institution.
0–2 years of related work experience.
U.S. citizenship for purposes of obtaining a government security clearance.
Secret clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Ability to perform design calculations and studies.
Familiarity with naval architecture and design analysis.
Ability to conduct analyses and calculations on ship propulsion systems.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with aluminum and FRP structure and production processes, including welding and lamination.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support and documentation for ship feasibility, concept, preliminary, and contract design, including integration stability, analysis, hydrodynamic properties, and seakeeping properties.
Evaluate systems and equipment; develop and analyze requirements; and perform studies and documentation relating to hull form, stability, weights, structures, and designs.
Develop system documentation and ship specifications for surface assets and boats.
Perform structural analysis and design using ISO and class society standards.
Support dock trials, sea trials, stability tests, and speed-power evaluations.