Senior Systems Engineer – Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) In-Service Modernization

Join Life Cycle Engineering as a Senior Systems Engineer supporting the Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) In-Service Modernization Program for Naval Surface Warfare Center, Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) programs.

Responsibilities

• Assist the NSWCPD Program Manager with coordination for new system installations and modifications to legacy HM&E (Hull, Mechanical, Electrical) systems during major ship maintenance availabilities.
• Coordinate the development for Ship Change Documents (SCDs) to govern equipment and system modifications aboard LCS-class ships.
• Ensure logistics certification and compliance with NAVSEA and NSWCPD standards.
• Support NSWCPD ISEA's with the lifecycle sustainment of fleet systems, including R&D, testing, acquisition, engineering, integration, in-service operations, and sustainment.
• Provide engineering/technical support for preliminary design activities; in-service ship design and engineering activities; shipboard installation planning; and related risks to ships/boats/craft, ship systems and/or shipboard equipment.
• Conduct reliability, maintainability, availability, hazard, environmental, occupational health, and safety risk analyses.
• Provide reports, plans, and other substantiating documentation as required.
• Facilitate and provide required technical information expertise to Integrated Process Teams (IPTs), special advisory boards, off-sites, working groups, and audit teams.
• Perform research and work along with other key stakeholders such as NAVSEA Program Offices, NSWCPD Program Managers, and ISEA's.
• Review, maintain, and make recommendations with regard to engineering plans, annual reports, program records, technical manuals, design histories, design configurations, databases, regulatory body, and other documents.
• Support ongoing ship detail design requirements including the review of modernization products and deliverables in accordance with Government requirements and the preparation of analyses and recommendations for decisions to the program office.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen and have an active DoD Secret security clearance.
• BS degree in engineering, naval architecture, science, or related technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• 5-10 years of Navy program management, Government technical management, or industry business management experience.
• Experience with Navy procedures and Policies (DoD 5000 process).
• Experience communicating with SES/Flag-level personnel desired.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience as a Systems Engineer or a similar role with experience in ship system modernization processes and installation requirements.
• Experience in performing system engineering analyses, i.e., risk analysis, safety analysis, FMEA, etc.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to aid interactions within Engineering, other internal departments, and external customers.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to effectively multi-task and handle changing work assignments, schedules, and priorities.
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Demands

• Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing; occasionally prolonged sitting.
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write without assistance.

About Life Cycle Engineering

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way," which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work.

Mission

Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.

Culture

Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.

Benefits

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
• Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
• Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
• Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
• Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
• Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
• Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
• Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more

*Benefits may vary by business unit and location.