Submarine Electrical Engineer - Washington, D.C.

About the role

As the Submarine Electrical Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team located in Washington, D.C., providing senior-level technical expertise for assigned systems for all U.S. Navy submarines. Your role will include continuous systems monitoring, problem-solving, evaluation and modification, maintenance and repair specifications, and technical troubleshooting and guidance for emergent fleet issues. You will contribute to military defense and the safety of sailors by supporting Team Submarine in the Electrical Systems Branch of the In-Service Submarine Systems Engineering Division.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review operational and technical written documentation such as Performance Monitoring Program (PMP) Operations manuals, Planned Maintenance System (PMS) procedures, Performance Criteria Manuals, System Health reports, Departure for Specifications (DFS), Liaison Action Requests (LARs), and Steam and Electric Plant Manuals (SEPM).
• Review engineering drawings (on-site, as required) and provide recommendations.
• Develop analytical and technical input to evaluate documentation and create briefs, ensuring accurate, timely, and essential information is provided to decision-makers.
• Influence Team Submarine codes, Program Offices, Submarine Force Commanders, equipment manufacturers, engineering service contractors, Naval Warfare Centers, Supervisors of Shipbuilding, naval shipyards, and Performance Monitoring Teams (PMT) for maintenance of ship systems and technical issues.
• Prepare Unclassified and Classified briefs for audiences up to and including the Flag level.
• Participate in and/or coordinate specified Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
• Execute Ship Design Manager and Engineering Manager’s Technical Authority for all in-service submarine classes.
• Provide engineering oversight of Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) engineering practices.
• Resolve technical problems through expert knowledge of submarine systems design, operations, logistics support practices, and sound technical judgment.
• Ensure appropriate systems engineering processes are properly applied during systems life cycle sustainment.
• Plan, manage, and coordinate various engineering development programs/projects involving continuous systems monitoring, evaluation, modification, and analysis of factors affecting system performance.
• Stay abreast of the latest engineering technological advances and state-of-the-art applications pertinent to the development of new products or theories within various engineering fields.
• Set high personal standards for performance and conduct.

Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain an Active DOD Secret Clearance or an interim Secret clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship.
• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or other engineering disciplines. An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree.
• 5 years of experience within the DoD and/or the Armed Services or similar/related experience.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work both in a team environment and independently, often under short, multiple deadlines.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time.

Qualifications

• An active or current DoD Secret clearance.
• Experience in the Navy and specifically within Team Submarine or submarines in general.
• Experience as a Submarine Electricians Mate and Engineering Watch Supervisor or Submarine Warfare Officer and Engineering Officer of the Watch is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.

Pay

The salary range for this position is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by factors including scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. Eligible positions may also include annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.