Port Engineer

Overview

The Defense Sector at Leidos, supporting the OMUSV Program, is seeking a Vessel Port Engineer to support a dynamic high growth organization. The OMUSV program is based in Port Hueneme CA and is responsible for delivering cutting edge autonomous vessel technology to the US Navy. The Vessel Port Engineer will be locally based in Port Hueneme CA to support this Program and will require some site travel and time spent underway aboard the vessel.

The program operates and maintains prototype autonomous vessels for test and evaluation of the vessels as well as developing operations, maintenance, logistics and training procedures for the autonomous Fleet of the future.

• Report to Deputy Chief Port Engineer.
• Lead the execution of vessel maintenance programs, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and alignment with mission readiness objectives.
• Coordinate/track/manage project tasks, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Develop contractual deliverables including CDRLs, technical reports, and failure analysis documentation in accordance with U.S. Government contract requirements.
• Direct the resolution of technical deficiencies, oversee root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to sustain fleet material readiness.
• Coordinate with shipyards, contractors, and internal stakeholders to schedule and oversee complex repair and refit operations.
• Serve as the technical liaison between vessel crews, Leidos corporate leadership, and government clients, ensuring transparent communication and operational alignment.
• Participate in Leidos and Government safety programs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (written and verbal); this position will require close cooperation and working relationships with active‑duty military and other Government personnel.

• Bachelor’s degree in a Marine Engineering discipline or an engineering degree with experience working in the maritime industry. May accept sea time as a licensed engineer or licensed deck officer in lieu of a degree.
• 4 Years of Prior Relevant Experience to include but not limited to:
  • Shipboard experience: operating as an engineer or deck officer.
  • Shipyard experience:
    Coordinate with shipyards, contractors, and internal stakeholders to schedule and oversee complex repair and refit operations.
  • Experience managing contractual deliverables including CDRLs, technical reports, and failure analysis documentation.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Position requires the ability to perform in an arduous duty environment.
• Individuals must possess the ability and demeanor to share common spaces over lengthy deployment periods and work closely with others in a small working area and in a shipboard environment.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must pass a background check and be able to gain access to U.S. Navy Facilities.
• Must have Secret Clearance or be able to qualify for Secret Clearance.

• USCG Engineering Officer License with OICEW.
• Experience as an Engineering Officer.
• Experience on Government Contracts.
• Experience working with shipyards or ABS.
• PMP Certification.

$87,100 - $157,450

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.