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Naval Architect, Senior

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Overview

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated

senior-level Naval Architect

to support the United States Coast Guard (USCG)’s Ship Design Team in Washington, DC. An ideal candidate will have significant prior experience with U.S. Federal or commercial shipbuilding programs, standards, and regulations. Responsibilities

Provide technical support and documentation for ship feasibility, concept, preliminary and contract design, integration, stability analysis, hydrodynamic and seakeeping properties. Evaluate systems and equipment, develop and analyze requirements, perform studies and documentation relating to hull form, stability, weights, structures, and design. Develop system documentation and ship specifications for surface assets and boats, perform structural analysis and design using ISO and class society standards. Conduct, witness, and document tests including stability tests, speed, power, maneuvering, and seakeeping trials. Location

Full time onsite at USCG Headquarters in Washington, DC. May be limited "local remote" flexibility with customer approval. Travel

Up to 10% travel is anticipated for ship checks. Security and Citizenship

US Citizenship Required:

Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9/E-Verify at the start of employment. Security Clearance Eligibility Required:

This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must either already possess an active or interim Secret security clearance or be eligible for a Secret security clearance upon hire. 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. Typical Pay Range

The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $120,000 – 150,000. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture or another relevant technical, engineering, or a marine discipline from an ABET-accredited institution. Master’s degree (optional). At least six (6) years of progressive experience in Naval Architecture. At least one (1) year of experience related to U.S. Federal or commercial ship or boat building acquisition programs required. Experience with DoD ACAT I or DHS Level I shipbuilding programs. Experience with naval architecture software solving complex problems regarding hull design. Experience with corrosion principles of metals for surface assets and boats. Knowledge of USN, USCG, IACS and/or commercial ship design rules and regulations. Relevant certifications, such as: Professional Engineer (PE) license. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. DHS Systems Engineering certification. DHS Program Management certification. Proficient with common productivity software. Strong communications skills. Benefits

Benefit offerings include a comprehensive package such as: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options, medical, dental, vision, FSA, commuter benefits, insurance options, legal resources, identity protection, EAP, Work-Life programs, tuition reimbursement, and employee referral programs. 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. THOR Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

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