Machinery Systems Engineer

About Noblis MSD

Noblis MSD is a trusted engineering and technical partner to the U.S. Navy, supporting Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and the Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD). Our teams deliver research and development, test and evaluation, systems engineering, acquisition support, systems integration, in-service engineering, fleet support, cybersecurity, logistics, and life-cycle engineering solutions that help ensure the readiness and reliability of the Navy's surface ships and submarines.

Position Summary

Noblis MSD is seeking an Engineer to support submarine auxiliary and machinery control systems. In this role, you will perform hands-on engineering, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation for critical submarine propulsion and auxiliary systems. This position offers a combination of laboratory testing, shipboard support, and collaborative engineering work in support of the U.S. Navy's submarine fleet.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory and shipboard testing, troubleshooting, and analysis of submarine auxiliary machinery control systems, including propulsion controls, indicator drive units, and hotwell control systems.
• Develop, execute, review, and revise engineering test plans, procedures, and test reports.
• Analyze Fleet technical information, including Fleet messages, engineering advisories, and casualty reports, to identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Prepare, review, and maintain technical documentation, engineering drawings, and artwork for technical manuals.
• Provide engineering support for the design, installation, modification, maintenance, repair, and operation of submarine auxiliary and machinery systems.
• Interpret naval ship blueprints, engineering drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical manuals to support troubleshooting and system improvements.
• Collaborate with Navy personnel, engineers, and cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical issues and improve system reliability.

Work Location

This position is based at the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) located at the Philadelphia Navy Yard in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Minimum of four (4) days per week onsite. Up to 10% travel required.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree OR High school diploma, trade/industrial school graduate, or GED equivalent and minimum 6 years of engineering experience in the operation, test, and maintenance of naval ship Navigation Systems, Hull, Mechanical, Electrical, and Electronic (HM&E) equipment and systems
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency reading and interpreting naval ship blueprints and technical manual drawings
  • Ability to produce artwork suitable for inclusion in technical documentation
  • Ability to troubleshoot challenging technical issues
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Clearance: U.S. Citizen; DoD Secret clearance desired. Ability to obtain a Secret clearance is required.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior U.S. Navy submarine service or nuclear training program completion
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• Navy Nuclear training
• Direct experience with submarine auxiliary/machinery systems (SSTG, hotwell, propulsion controls)
• NAVSUP experience