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Naval Architect

ManTech International Corporation

Silver Spring, MD

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$77,200–$128,800 Per Year
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Analysis Skills, Architectural Analysis, Automation, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communication Skills, Composite Materials, Conferences, Customer Relations, Data Analysis, Documentation, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Finite Element Analysis, Fluid Mechanics and Dynamics, Government Contracts, Industry/Trade Press, Internet Security, MATLAB, Mechanical Engineering, Military, Office Equipment, Organizational Skills, People Management, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project Development, Project/Program Management, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Management, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Simulation, Spreadsheets, System Validation, Systems Analysis, Technical Presentation, Technical Writing, United States Navy (USN), Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Silver Spring, MD
POSTED
1 day ago
Description & Requirements

Shape the future of defense with MANTECH! Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we've been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now-protect and innovate with MANTECH!

***This is for a future opportunity***

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Naval Architect. The candidate must be located within a commutable distance to Washington DC to allow for periodic on-site collaboration.

In this role, you will apply your expertise in naval architecture and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to support the design, analysis, and optimization of hovercraft, ships, and other maritime systems. This position plays a critical part in ensuring performance, efficiency, and safety across a variety of naval platforms.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Performing a wide variety of naval architecture design and analysis activities related to hovercraft, ships, boats and other marine systems in support of MANTECH's military and commercial customers.
  • Performing computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analyses (FEA) to assess system performance characteristics assessments, validate system adequacy, and optimize system design.
  • Working collaboratively with goal-oriented project teams, including other engineers, program managers, and CAD designers to validate design assumptions, refine system-level performance, and develop project deliverables.
  • Manages task requirements and work execution timelines through development of Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms) with minimal guidance from supervisor.
  • Documenting technical findings in well-organized and comprehensive reports and presenting results to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • 3+ years of experience in naval architecture with a focus on CFD applications
  • Proficiency in CFD software such as Star-CCM+, ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, or similar tools, and in FEA software such as Femap, NASTRAN, ANSYS or similar.
  • Strong understanding of fluid mechanics, hydrodynamics, and maritime systems
  • Experience with CAD and 3D modeling tools
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and presentations
  • Ability to utilize spreadsheets to program first-principle and empirical design equations. Ability to generate high-quality design and analysis reports as well as the ability to interpret experimental data and validate simulation results.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with model testing, sea trials, or hydrodynamic test facilities
  • Familiarity with U.S. Navy ship design standards and practices
  • Experience with programming or scripting (Python, MATLAB) for automation and post-processing
  • Experience working with composite materials, including basic understanding of materials and fabrication, and development of fabrication layup details and ply tables
  • Active participation in industry conferences or publications related to naval hydrodynamics

Clearance Requirements:
  • Must hold an Active Secret Clearance.
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%
  • Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
  • Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations
  • Ability to travel and perform ship inspections, including climbing and descending ladders.



The projected compensation range for this position is $77,200.00-$128,800.00. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, MANTECH invests in its employees beyond just compensation. MANTECH's benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

MANTECH considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to disability or veteran status or any other status protected under any federal, state, or local law or regulation.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with MANTECH, please email us at [email protected] and provide your name and contact information.

About the Company

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ManTech International Corporation

Our Mission Our mission is empowering our nation through a diverse and skilled workforce securely delivering innovative technology, consulting services and digital solutions for our customers’ mission success, every day. Our Vision Our vision is Securing the Future as the most trusted partner for U.S. Defense, Intelligence and Federal Civilian customers through the power of One ManTech. When these agencies think of an essential partner for their national and homeland security needs, they think ManTech. Our Values Our values are grounded in a bedrock of truth, integrity and caring for each other and the mission. We hold steadfast to: • TRUST – We earn and protect the trust of our customers, employees and investors through an enduring foundation of respect, fairness, credibility and honoring our commitments, always. • INCLUSION – We are an inclusive, diverse and talented workforce with a passion for mission success, intellectual capital, creativity and integrity. Our high ethical standards and investment in our people build confidence with our customers. • QUALITY– We deliver exceptional quality to customers through differentiated technology solutions and an uncompromising focus on excellence, value and innovation.
COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
FOUNDED
1968
WEBSITE
https://www.mantech.com/about

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