Senior Structural Systems Engineer

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.