NDI is looking for a Naval Architect to provide engineering, technical and logistics support to the Shafting, Surface Ship Propulsion Waterjets, and Surface Ship Propellers Branch in Code 427 in areas of Propulsion Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders systems. Most work will be accomplished primarily on site at Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division, Phila Navy Yard building 77L. Occasional off-site travel may be required to support technical meetings, ship checks, repair oversight, availability support, and trials support.
Duties & Responsibilities
In support of U.S. Navy Ship Propulsion Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders and associated components related issues:
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Review and or develop specifications and test procedures for U.S. Navy Propulsion System In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA).
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Provide input to risk matrices in relation to Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders and associated powertrain components decisions for ISEA.
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Review and assess drawings related to Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders and associated components for ISEA.
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Provide logistics support for Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders.
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Support Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders and associated powertrain systems through Fleet distance and onsite support.
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Provide trouble shooting assistance for Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders.
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Provide assistance in developing maintenance requirements for Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders.
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Complete or review Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders Analysis reports for ISEA.
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Review performance specifications, requirements, component drawings, requests for deviations, contract deliverables, and installation drawings for ISEA.
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Review and maintain metrics related to Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders equipment.
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Develop recommendations to improve the system based on metrics given.
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Review and update technical documentation related to Waterjets, Bow Thrusters, and Rudders systems
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Domestic travel, including shipyard and shipboard operations.
Qualifications-
Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Architecture, Marine or Mechanical Engineering, from an accredited institution.
- 5-10 years of practical technical experience in the engineering process, including concept development, analysis, design, drawing, integration and testing of complex mechanical and/or ocean deployed systems.
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Demonstrated ability to lead technical groups and interact with customer representatives.
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Proficiency in engineering software (i.e. SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD, Matlab, GHS hydrostatics, etc), and Microsoft Office.
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Work closely with mechanical, electrical, software, and systems engineers, as well as other cooperative disciplines, to solve problems and constructively architect a working system.
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Responsible and accountable for your results, working with considerable autonomy, but also knowing when to ask for assistance.
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Must be a US Citizen.
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Ability to obtain a United States Government Department of Defense Security Clearance (active clearances preferred, but not prerequisite)
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Desire to stretch and expand your talents, expertise, competency, and responsibilities.
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Exercise excellent technical judgement, creativity, and initiative with attention to detail consistently throughout your work product, with awareness of the "system" perspective.
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Strong communication, organizational and technical writing skills, including ability to effectively document, convey, and present engineering concepts and products to team members and customers
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Knowledge and/or experience in the marine industry, fielding Ship Board systems and associated technologies.
Pay: $80,000 - $100,000
NDI Engineering Company is a privately-held small business consulting firm. NDI provides engineering and technical services to Government clients chartered with responsibility for the defense of our country. NDI offerings include naval architecture, marine, civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering and design services. NDI has an ISO 9001:20015 Certified Quality System and was a prior recipient of the U.S. Small Business Administration Region II, Prime Contractor of the Year Award. NDI's corporate office is located in Thorofare, NJ with additional offices at the Naval Business Center, Philadelphia, PA, and Virginia Beach, VA.
NDI Engineering Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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