Submarine Electrical Systems Specialist

IQUASAR LLC•Washington, DC

10d•$90,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

iQuasar LLC is seeking a Submarine Electrical Systems Specialist for a contract position supporting a client at Washington Navy Yard, DC. The role supports the VIRGINIA Class submarine Program Office and focuses on electrical systems engineering, technical risk assessment, design integration, and program documentation. The position includes approximately 10% travel and offers flexible work-from-home options. The specialist serves as a technical lead and subject matter expert, working with Navy program offices, engineering agents, shipbuilders, and other stakeholders to support design reviews, system engineering, hardware and software development, and specification and interface definition.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering or a related field or curriculum with an electrical concentration, such as Computer Engineering or Robotics Engineering. An associate degree plus 2 years of additional experience, or a high school diploma/GED plus 4 years of additional experience, may substitute for the bachelor's degree.
At least 8 years of practical technical experience focused on and demonstrating expertise in submarine or surface-ship electrical systems equipment, including power generation and conversion equipment or electrical power distribution equipment.
Active SECRET security clearance.
Strong leadership skills and project/program management experience or similar related experience.
Mastery of electrical engineering principles in the development or operation of naval ships or submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.
Knowledge of engineering and U.S. Navy acquisition fundamentals and expertise with surface and/or undersea shipbuilding programs.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong qualitative, analytical, conceptual problem-solving, and thinking skills.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate work with government and non-government stakeholders, both internal and external to PMS 450.
Ability to multitask, deliver first-time quality, and support time-sensitive deliverables in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to adapt, learn, grow, and mentor junior team members effectively.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite effectively.
Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute positively to a team environment.
Ability to apply technical principles, theories, and concepts in electrical-system design and analysis with some guidance from senior engineers, subject matter experts, and a supervisor.
Ability to work collaboratively across ship systems with engineers and designers from varying disciplines.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or another STEM field.
10 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs.
Active-duty experience in the submarine service.
Experience related to submarines and/or submarine systems or programs.
Familiarity with SUBSAFE, Deep Submergence System Scope of Certification (DSS-SOC), Level I Material, and Fly-By-Wire Ship Control System (FBW SCS).
Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end-item customer.
Recent experience in Team Submarine.
General knowledge of submarine engineering requirements.

Responsibilities

Assess technical risk for VIRGINIA Class ship electrical systems decisions and deliver detailed support and risk briefings to Ship Design Managers and Deputy Ship Design Managers.
Provide technical expertise in producing critical design and production documents with System Integration Team and Major Area Integration Team leads.
Conduct engineering assessments, research, and problem resolution for VIRGINIA Class electrical systems.
Respond to technical assistance and adjudication requests received through letters, Engineering Reports, Work Deferral Requests, Departures from Specification, and Liaison Action Requests.
Support the VIRGINIA Class submarine Program Office Technical Division in integrating and executing electrical-system concept and design changes, including participating in or leading meetings, working groups, and planning and technical discussions.
Assist with developing and implementing program documentation, including ship and system specifications, performance specifications, interface control documentation, and design decision documentation.
Serve as a technical lead and subject matter expert representing PMS 450 and 05U2 with other activities and Program Offices; coordinate design reviews, systems engineering, hardware and software development, specification development, and interface definition and documentation with the listed Navy and industry stakeholders.
Provide subject matter expertise in developing technology roadmaps and processes to support Block Upgrades.
Review technical correspondence from EB, adjudicate comments, and provide official PMS 450 responses.
Review technical data packages, drawings, reports, logistics products, and training materials, and provide technical recommendations.
Coordinate with other PMS 450 positions, including SITs, SDMs, DSDMs, MAITs, and NAVSEA Technical Warrant Holders across electrical, mechanical, propulsion, ship safety, and other areas.
Present engineering issues and concerns formally to the PMS 450 Program Manager and other senior officials.
Mentor junior team members and contribute to team cohesion and capacity.