Cardinal Engineering LLC is seeking a Senior Structural Systems Engineer to support the U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Engineering Team (CET) with structural and naval architecture engineering activities for both new construction and in-service aircraft carriers. This role is based at Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C. with part-time telework/hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20003, and an active SECRET clearance is required.
Role Overview
In this part-time position, you will provide engineering support to the Aircraft Carrier Engineering Team (CET) focused on aircraft carrier structural systems. You will report to the Hull Systems Engineering Manager.
Compensation: USD 130,000 - 150,000 per year
Location: Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C. (hybrid / part-time telework)
Security Clearance: Active SECRET (US Citizenship Required)
Responsibilities
- Solve complex structural challenges for New Construction and In-Service Aircraft Carriers.
- Advise Ship Design Managers (SDMs) on system design, develop risk assessments, and adjudicate design variations.
- Apply DoD, commercial, and classification society rules to complex ship modernizations.
- Develop complex design guidance and ensure specification compliance for major ship alterations, modernizations, and repairs.
- Coordinate technical resolutions across NAVSEA, SUPSHIP, Shipyards (Newport News, Norfolk, Puget Sound), and external vendors.
Requirements
- Active SECRET Security Clearance required (US Citizenship Required).
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
- 10+ years of experience working with shipyards, NSWC/NUWC, SUPSHIP, RMC, TYCOM, or similar organizations.
- Direct experience supporting the construction, maintenance, or repair of ship structures.
- Direct experience supporting one or more hull specialties, including: Hull accesses, superstructure, masts, tanks, or voids; Damage control systems & general arrangements; Welding, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), and outfitting; Weights, stability, and shock hardening; Preservation and corrosion control (coatings).
- Exceptional technical writing and cross-functional communication skills.
- Direct prior experience working with NAVSEA, PAE-Maritime, and aircraft carrier programs.
Technology Focus
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)
Benefits
- 401(k)
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
- Generous 401k Company contribution
- Short- and long-term disability
- Life insurance plans for family
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
Why Cardinal Engineering LLC
Cardinal Engineering LLC provides industry-leading employee benefits and growth potential guided by candidate ambition.
Security Clearance Requirement
Secret clearance is required.
Work Location
Hybrid remote in Washington, DC 20003.
