*Senior Engineer (Power, Dynamics, Propulsion) - Orbis

Job Description:

Location: West Bethesda, MD with some work from home. 

·         Incumbent serves as a Subject Matter Expert supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division, Naval Architecture and Engineering Department, Code 80.

Under the direction of the Program Manager and Senior Engineering Manager, provide expertise in the conduct of:

·         Powering and dynamics studies

·         Complex calculations to forecast and determine power, transmission, and propulsion characteristics of in-service or proposed platforms and systems.

·         Lead theoretical and experimental investigations of ship or submarine powering and dynamics, and propulsion and power transmission systems.

·         Develop advanced techniques regarding propeller and propulsor design, development, analysis, and conduct of experiments such as simulation or scale-model testing.

·         Utilize hydrodynamic test facilities coordination and test protocol required in cavitation tunnels, straight-line tow basin, rotating arm (fixed) basin, and free running (autonomous model) basin.

Required Skills and Experiences:

·         >20 years of verifiable experience in leading the research, development, and test and evaluation of platforms and systems (inclusive of subsystems, components, and appurtenances).

·         The 20 years must include experience in all of the items listed under job description.

·         Must be a U.S. citizen.

·         A secret security clearance.

Degree Requirements:

·         Bachelor’s degree (required), or Master's (preferred) from an accredited institution in one of the following Engineering disciplines: Aerospace, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Marine (also known as “Ocean”), or Naval Architecture (also known as “Naval Engineering”).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.