Engineer, Senior

Location: McLean, VA, US

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Test & Evaluation, Program Mission Support, Engineering & Analysis, and Training.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a senior engineering consultant and subject matter expert for mission-critical infrastructure, systems, equipment, and Naval surface ship systems and operations.
• Apply scientific and engineering principles to assess operational requirements and develop effective technical solutions for shore-based and shipboard environments.
• Develop preliminary and final design plans, engineering specifications, cost estimates, and procurement packages.
• Support the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, and mission-critical systems, including systems relevant to Naval surface ships.
• Define functional requirements and support the design, testing, analysis, and integration of components and systems.
• Evaluate designs and systems for effectiveness, reliability, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Design, analyze, configure, test, and troubleshoot engineering systems and related components.
• Provide project engineering, program management, development, evaluation, and lifecycle support.
• Conduct site surveys and investigations to collect technical data and support engineering design efforts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical solutions align with project objectives, fleet requirements, and operational needs.
• Provide engineering support informed by experience with surface combatants, amphibious ships, support vessels, or other Naval surface platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• 5 to 7 years of related engineering experience, or 20 plus years of experience supporting Navy programs.
• Demonstrated experience supporting Naval surface ships, shipboard systems, or fleet engineering environments.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in engineering design, systems analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
• Experience supporting mission-critical systems and infrastructure.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $172,600/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status