Naval Architect 1
About The Position
Performs routine naval architecture work applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to sequences of ship design and analysis tasks involving 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. Performs specific, limited portions of broader systems design, performance analysis, or hull-form characteristic assignments under the guidance of more experienced naval architects. The role supports existing and developing surface ship, submarine, and undersea-warfare programs. Related duties may also be assigned by supervision. This is a full-time, first-shift position at Newport News Shipbuilding. It is not eligible for telework, requires travel up to 10% of the time, and requires U.S. citizenship. Relocation assistance is available. Security clearance is not required to start.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree.
- U.S. citizenship is required for this position.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% of the time.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering.
- Coursework in hydrodynamics, seakeeping, structures, and design.
- Exposure to naval architecture and/or 3D modeling programs.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine naval architecture design and analysis tasks involving ship hulls, foundations, superstructures, arrangements, and hull-form characteristics.
- Apply standard techniques, procedures, and criteria to assigned work.
- 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 under the direction of more experienced naval architects.
- Support existing and developing surface ship, submarine, and undersea-warfare programs.
- Perform related duties as required and directed by supervision.
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
- Educational and training programs for continual career growth
- Relocation assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
