Senior Mechanical Engineer, Marine Small Craft Job at Leidos, Norfolk, VA

  • Leidos
  • Norfolk, VA

Job Description

Mechanical Engineering Opportunity at DLBA Naval Architects – A Division of Leidos Gibbs & CoxDLBA Naval Architects, formerly Donald L. Blount and Associates, is a leading naval architecture and marine engineering firm, now a division of Leidos Gibbs & Cox. DLBA offers innovative consulting services for designing a diverse range of boats, from sleek, high-performance fiberglass recreational boats like Mastercraft’s Aviara series to rugged, aluminum workboats such as the Kayak Express. We pride ourselves on bringing advanced design and engineering to the waterfront, serving clients from high-speed record-setting race boats to reliable commercial tugs and barges.DLBA specializes in pushing the boundaries of high-performance marine craft design, but our expertise extends across all types of vessels. Our team's involvement in research and development keeps us at the cutting edge of the industry, introducing new technologies to revolutionize the boating world.What You'll Be Doing:As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be embedded in a client team with US Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Code 83, Combatant Craft Division (CCD). You’ll provide onsite support to CCD at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story. In this position, you will perform mechanical engineering design, analysis, research, and testing service for mechanical systems on US Navy small craft (<300 ft). Range of service includes full life-cycle support for the US Navy’s small craft inventory. Primary ResponsibilitiesPrepare accurate and detailed engineering calculations using first principles hand calculations and devise approaches to challenges encountered. Assist client teams in the design of boats and craft. Provide solutions by applying existing design skills, techniques, and procedures.Collaborate with teammates to develop small craft design solutions.Complete engineering assignments accurately and on a timely basis utilizing standard engineering programs.Provide onsite mechanical engineering service to US Navy Combatant Craft Division (Code 83) at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story.Propulsion, fuel, ventilation, and hydraulic systems design.Basic QualificationsU.S. CitizenshipActive DoD secret security clearanceB.S. Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or a related fieldMinimum 8 years’ mechanical engineering experience (non-nuclear)Broad knowledge of marine engineering and an in-depth knowledge of principles, practices and related technologiesKnowledge of specifications and regulatory requirements (BS/RINA/LR/ISO/USCG/ABYC)Strong time management and organization skills as an independent contributorDemonstrated experience solving technical problems using first principles hand calculations and devising new approaches to challenges encountered. Proficiency in using industry-standard CAD software, including AutoCAD and RhinoDemonstrated interpersonal skills as a member of a collaborative multidisciplinary teamStrong analytical skills, communication, and interpersonal skillsExcellent MS Office skills, including Word, PowerPoint, and ExcelPreferred QualificationsShipyard or boatyard experienceProfessional certificates of competency in applicable CAD & engineering softwareIf you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.Original Posting:October 6, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.Pay Range:Pay Range $107,900.00 - $195,050.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.SummaryLocation: Chesapeake, VAType: Full time

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