Journeyman Naval Architect

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a self-driven, Journeyman level candidate with an active secret clearance to join our  Simulation and Systems team as a Journeyman Naval Architect in Washington, DC. Candidate will support the United States Coast Guard.

• Assist with the senior Naval Architect in the design, development and evaluation of the operation of marine vessels
• Support the US Coast Guard reviewing third party design modifications and improvements to mechanical systems and components
• Assist with naval architecture analysis related to vessels
• Help with the stability analyses of ships
• Assist with the design complete hull and superstructure according to specifications and test data
• in conformity with standards of safety, efficiency and economy
• Help the Senior Naval Architect to oversee construction and testing of prototype in model basin
• Evaluate performance of craft during dock and sea trials to determine design changes

• Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering and 5+ years of relevant experience OR High School diploma and 13+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• At least 2+ years of experience in progressive ship structural analysis on Navy or Coast Guard vessels
• Proficient with MS word, Excel, Powerpoint, Share Point and MS Outlook