Project Engineer​/Task Lead; USCG​/Navy

Position: Project Engineer/Task Lead (USCG/Navy)

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated Lead Engineer to support marine engineering efforts for the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Navy, and commercial shipbuilding efforts in Arlington, VA
. An ideal candidate will have prior experience leading teams working with Government or commercial shipbuilding programs, standards, and regulations.

Typical Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplined team of engineers and designers in creating ship installation drawings, 3d models, calculations, and engineering change artifacts.
• Design, analyze, and integrate systems for ships and boats, including C5
  
  ISR, Combat Systems, propulsion, piping, HVAC, and machinery arrangements.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with naval architects, structural engineers, electronics engineers, and production teams to ensure integration of systems.
• Perform marine engineering calculations related to power, structure, fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and/or machinery performance.
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning of systems onboard vessels.
• Conduct failure analysis, troubleshooting, and recommend design improvements.
• Participate in design reviews, supplier evaluations, and quality assurance processes.

Location

Primarily onsite (2-3 days/week) at THOR office in Arlington (Shirlington), VA.

Typical Physical Activity

Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches) or vision.

Anticipated Travel

This position is anticipated to require around 10% travel.

Eligibility for a SECRET Security Clearance is Required

This position requires eligibility for a Secret security clearance, to be obtained after hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or another relevant technical, engineering, or a marine discipline from an ABET-accredited institution.
• At least eight (8) years of progressive experience in naval architecture.
• At least three (3) years of Project Management experience.
• Experience with computer applications relating to shipboard systems.
• Familiarity with USN, USCG, IACS and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations.
• Experience with 3D CAD programs:
  AutoCAD, Solid Works, Inventor, Rhino, or equivalent.
• Experience with Project Management software such as Microsoft Project, Microsoft Planner, or Primavera.
• Experience managing project sites and task lists in Microsoft SharePoint and Teams.
• Proficient with common productivity software.
• Strong communications skills.

Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ideal experience will have been obtained in U.S. Federal or commercial ship or boat building acquisition programs.
• Experience with DoD ACAT I or DHS Level I shipbuilding programs or Naval Special Warfare Boats.
• Previous experience working with USCG Acquisitions, NAVSEA, SOCOM, or NIWC Atlantic.

Benefit Offerings

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources
• Benefits
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

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