NAVAL ARCHITECT 1
About The Position
Performs routine naval architecture work using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to complete sequences of design and analysis tasks involving ship hulls, foundations, superstructures, arrangements, and hull-form characteristics. As directed, applies selected techniques and procedures to ship-design and ship-performance analyses and assists with difficult problems in assigned areas. Uses prescribed methods to perform specific, limited portions of broader systems-design, performance-analysis, or hull-form-characteristic assignments under the direction of more experienced naval architects. Duties may include related work as required or directed by supervision. Additional staffing is needed to support existing and developing surface ship, submarine, and USW programs. This position is with Newport News Shipbuilding, a division of HII with more than 25,000 employees. Newport News Shipbuilding designs, builds, and refuels U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and is one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. The position is full-time, first shift, and not eligible for telework. Travel may be required up to 10% of the time. U.S. citizenship is required; security clearance is not required to start. Relocation assistance is available. The salary range is $68,000 to $95,000; final compensation depends on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
- No years of relevant exempt experience are required.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering.
- Coursework in Hydrodynamics, Seakeeping, Structures, and Design Class.
- Exposure to naval architecture and/or 3D modeling programs.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine naval architecture design and analysis tasks related to ship hulls, foundations, superstructures, arrangements, and hull-form characteristics.
- Apply selected techniques and procedures to ship-design and ship-performance analyses as directed.
- Assist in solving difficult problems in assigned areas.
- Perform specific and limited portions of broader systems-design, performance-analysis, or hull-form-characteristic assignments using prescribed methods and under the direction of more experienced naval architects.
- Perform related duties as required and other duties directed by supervision.
- Support existing and developing surface ship, submarine, and USW programs.
Benefits
- Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plan choices.
- On-site health centers.
- Tele-medicine.
- Wellness resources.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Savings plan options (401K).
- Financial education and planning tools.
- Life insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee discounts.
- Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships.
- Relocation assistance.
- Educational and training programs for career growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
