Senior Engineering Specialist

Description Job Description:
• Incumbent serves as a Subject Matter Expert supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, Naval Architecture and Engineering Department, Code 80.
• Under the direction of the Program Manager and Senior Engineering Manager, provide expertise in the conduct of:
• Installing firefighting systems and equipment, shipboard damage control practice, ventilation, fundamentals of ship stability, fire main and drainage, communication, emergency breathing apparatus, de-smoking, and gas analyzing systems.
• Providing damage control training.
• Evaluating damage control procedures and performance.
• Utilizing Total Ship Survivability Trials (TSSTs) to evaluate ship design for recoverability based on simulated weapons damage assuming a fully trained crew.
• Utilizing Vulnerability Assessment Reports (VAR) and Survivability Assessment Reports (SAR) to evaluating ship survivability against enemy threats.
• Utilizing Modeling and Simulation (M&S) in conjunction with surrogate threats; and
• Working with Damage Scenario-Based Engineering Analysis (DSBEA) including Required Skills and Experiences: >6 yrs. Navy fleet operational experience with shipboard damage control systems, to include experience as Senior Enlisted Damage Controlman or equivalent. >20 years of verifiable experience participating in the operation, research, development, and test and evaluation of platforms and systems (inclusive of subsystems, components, and appurtenances) regarding ship survivability through the use of damage control techniques. The 20 years must include experience in all the items listed under the job description. Must be a U.S. citizen. A secret security clearance. Degree Requirements: HS diploma or GED equivalent All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.