Entry-Level Naval Architect/Mechanical Engineer
Gibbs & Cox

Chesapeake, Virginia

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DLBA Naval Architects, formerly Donald L. Blount and Associates, a Division of Gibbs & Cox Maritime Solutions Gibbs & Cox, a wholly owned subsidiary of Leidos. DLBA is a naval architecture and marine engineering firm which provides consulting services for the design and construction management of a variety of boats: motor yachts such as Alamshar and Foners (formerly Fortuna) commissioned by foreign nobility, fiberglass recreational boats like Mastercraft's Aviara series, and aluminum workboats like Kayak Express. We specialize in high-performance marine craft design and engineering yet support all types of vessels and clients from record-setting high-speed race boats to commercial marine tugs and barges like Capt Bud.

DLBA Naval Architects is seeking an Entry-Level Naval Architect/Mechanical Engineer to join our organization in the Spring of 2023.

Location: Chesapeake, VA

General Duties

  • Works independently (with direct supervision) or on project teams.
  • Performs calculations applying naval architecture principles, techniques, procedures and criteria in the areas of:
    • Arrangements
    • Weight Estimates
    • Topside Integration
    • Intact / Damage Stability
  • Develops analyses in area of specialization and prepares technical reports or other engineering documentation.
  • Interacts with clients at a peer level.
  • Task Manager responsible for technical and programmatic execution of small tasking using an interdisciplinary team.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
  • U.S. Citizenship and must be eligible to be granted a security clearance if required.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering or other applicable discipline from an accredited university AND;
  • Preferred Experience in development of ship general arrangements, space arrangements and outfitting, using 2D or 3D AutoCAD or other CAD software.
  • Experience using industry-standard naval architecture software tools such as: GHS, SHCP, AutoCAD, MS-Office.
Security Requirements
Applicant will be subject to a security investigation and must meet the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the US Government. In addition to the security clearance, this position may require an additional background screening for base access.

Gibbs & Cox is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The VEVRAA, VEVRAA | U.S. Department of Labor (dol.gov), covers veterans.

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