Naval Architect

ManTech • Washington, DC • 1h ago

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Naval Architect. The candidate must be located within a commutable distance to Washington DC to allow for periodic on-site collaboration.

In this role, you will apply your expertise in naval architecture and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to support the design, analysis, and optimization of hovercraft, ships, and other maritime systems. This position plays a critical part in ensuring performance, efficiency, and safety across a variety of naval platforms.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Performing a wide variety of naval architecture design and analysis activities related to hovercraft, ships, boats and other marine systems in support of MANTECH's military and commercial customers.

Performing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analyses (FEA) to assess system performance characteristics assessments, validate system adequacy, and optimize system design.

Working collaboratively with goal-oriented project teams, including other engineers, program managers, and CAD designers to validate design assumptions, refine system-level performance, and develop project deliverables.

Manages task requirements and work execution timelines through development of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) with minimal guidance from supervisor.

Documenting technical findings in well-organized and comprehensive reports and presenting results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field

3+ years of experience in naval architecture with a focus on CFD applications

Proficiency in CFD software such as Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, or similar tools, and in FEA software such as Femap, NASTRAN, ANSYS or similar.

Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems

Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations

Ability to utilize spreadsheets to program first-principle and empirical design equations. Ability to generate high-quality design and analysis reports as well as the ability to interpret experimental data and validate simulation results.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with model testing, sea trials, or hydrodynamic test facilities

Familiarity with U.S. Navy ship design standards and practices

Experience with programming or scripting (Python, MATLAB) for automation and post-processing

Experience working with composite materials, including basic understanding of materials and fabrication, and development of fabrication layup details and ply tables

Active participation in industry conferences or publications related to naval hydrodynamics

Clearance Requirements:

Must hold an Active Secret Clearance.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%

Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations

Ability to travel and perform ship inspections, including climbing and descending ladders.

MANTECH International Corporation considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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