Planner Estimator

Planner Estimator – Life Cycle Engineering

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is recruiting Planner/Estimators with expertise in Mechanical, Electrical, and Combat Systems or Structural Systems to support Puget Sound Naval Shipyard. The role involves project planning, material planning, technical work document development, packaging, and records management for submarine mechanical, electrical or structural systems. Position is awaiting contract award; work commences summer 2025.

• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance.

• Provide Trouble Desk support and engineering technician services, including development of detailed specifications, material, QA and test requirements, project estimating, procurement and technical correspondence.
• Perform ship checks for actual shipboard conditions.
• Prepare and develop Task Group Instructions/Technical Work Documents using AIM, AIM‑XP, ATIS, SDI, JEDMICS, CITIS, SECNET.
• Review Job Summaries/TGIs written by SHAPEC (planning yard) EPD.
• Research and prepare JMLs and order materials via MRQT using APLs as needed.
• Provide Trouble Desk support and Mechanical design engineering technician.
• Review, revise, and issue Ship’s Force CU phases of scheduled project maintenance and testing.
• Prepare Quality Assurance documents in conjunction with DM2.
• Compile Allowance Parts Lists (APL).
• ATIS, CITIS & SDI drawing research.
• Complete Unrestricted Operations/ Maintenance Requirement Cards (URO/MRC).
• Mentor junior engineers on various shipboard systems.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• At least 10 years practical engineering experience involving operation, test, maintenance, and repair of naval ships or equivalent military training/experience in shipyard environment.
• Extensive experience with Los Angeles Class and Virginia Class (VACL) submarine maintenance, repairs, and modernization.
• Specialized knowledge for Mechanical: main propulsion turbines, snorkel, shafting, main sea water, aux sea water, secondary propulsion, high‑pressure air, steering/diving, SSTG Lube Oil, trim, drain, condensate, auxiliary steam.
• Specialized knowledge for Electrical/Electronic: electrical power generation (SSTG), lighting distribution, AC/DC switchboards, radar, radio, ECM, sonar, navigation, mast and antenna.
• Specialized knowledge for Structural: superstructure and fairwater, pressure hull, non‑pressure hull, ballast, tanks, built‑in, internal structural bulkheads, water‑tight hatches, trucks and enclosures, platform, walking flats, non‑structural bulkhead.
• Familiarity with AIM, ATIS, CITIS, SDI drawings, APLs, Submarine Maintenance Standards (SMS), MRQT, MAT, NAVSEAINST 4855.34, Subsafe qualifications, Fly‑By‑Wire Ship Control Systems, and Deep Submergence Systems scope of certification work.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Regular physical activity including walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, standing, prolonged sitting.
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance.
• Ability to use phone, computer, copier, fax, and other office equipment.

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and families.
• Free employee life and disability insurance, with supplemental coverage options.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options.
• Company‑matched 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave.
• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels.
• Flexible schedules and relaxed dress code.
• Employer‑sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication.
• Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep.
• Bonus program for outstanding contributions, employee referral program, numerous recognition opportunities.

Life Cycle Engineering shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑1.4(a), 60‑300.5(a), 60‑741.5(a) and 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A, prohibiting discrimination against qualified individuals based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, pregnancy, or any other status protected by applicable state law. LCE shall not discharge or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants for employment because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed compensation.