Auxiliary Systems Engineer

Job Description: This position supports the Aircraft Carrier Design and Systems Engineering Directorate (SEA 05V) at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). The selectee will serve as an Auxiliary Systems Engineer, reporting to the Auxiliaries Systems Engineering Manager (SEM), supporting the three Ford Class Aircraft Carrier Ship Design Managers (SDMs) and their Deputies. The duty station will be on-site at the Washington Navy Yard. Remote work will not be considered. Duties : Provide technical support and assess risk for technical decisions for Ford Class Ship Design Managers (SDMs) and Auxiliary System Engineering Manager (SEM)
Collaborate with the SUPSHIP Newport News to resolve Auxiliary System technical matters
Provide written responses to requests for technical assistance or adjudication received via letter, Departure from Specification (DFS), and Nuclear Liaison Action Request(NLAR)
Address technical issues with ship modernization efforts executed via Ship Change Documents (SCDs) and support development of new SCDs

• Coordinate with Engineering Agents, Technical Authorities, TYCOM, PMS 312, PMS 378, SUPSHIP, Newport News Shipbuilding, & other activities

• Develop and issue Auxiliary Systems Government Furnished Information (GFI) packages to Newport News Shipbuilding

• Review technical data packages, drawings, reports, logistics products, training, etc. and provide written technical recommendations

• Review ship, procurement, and systems specifications and submit written proposals for changes. Required Skills and Experiences:
• Experience with one or more of the following auxiliary systems: Air Conditioning (AC) plants, refrigeration systems (including modular systems), seawater and fresh water systems including pumps, oxygen and nitrogen generating systems, and/or Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC)
• Experience with US Navy, US Coast Guard, or Military Sealift Command vessels; experience with nuclear powered ships preferred.
• Worked with or at a shipyard, Naval Surface/Undersea Warfare Center (NSWC/NUWC), Supervisor of Shipbuilding Command (SUPSHIP), Regional Maintenance Center (RMC), and/or Type Commander (TYCOM) or similar organizations supporting construction, operation, maintenance, modernization, and/or repair of shipboard auxiliary systems. Desired experience includes working with NAVSEA technical authority (SEA 05 and/or 08) and with Program Office leadership.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• 10+ years relevant experience Degree Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline
• In lieu of an engineering degree, may qualify as an Engineering Technician with 10+ years relevant shipboard experience consisting of Active Duty service in either the USN, USCG, or Merchant Marines. Must be a U.S. citizen and possess an active SECRET clearance. 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.