Naval Architect & Marine Systems Engineer

## Description

## **Position Summary**

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Blue Ops is seeking a highly motivated Naval Architect & Marine Systems Engineer to support the design, engineering, testing, and production of advanced autonomous surface vessels (ASVs) and unmanned surface vehicles (USVs). This position bridges naval architecture, mechanical engineering, marine systems integration, and manufacturing operations to ensure our vessels are optimized for performance, reliability, scalability, and production efficiency.

The ideal candidate combines strong naval architecture fundamentals with practical production experience and a hands-on approach to problem solving. This role works closely with manufacturing, autonomy, electrical, propulsion, and production teams to develop next-generation autonomous maritime platforms for defense, government, and commercial applications.

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## **Essential Duties and Responsibilities**

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**Naval Architecture & Vessel Design**

• Perform hull form evaluations, hydrostatic calculations, stability analyses, weight studies, and performance assessments.
• Support vessel design from concept through production.
• Develop and maintain vessel arrangements, structural layouts, and marine system designs.
• Conduct powering, resistance, and seakeeping analyses.
• Assist with vessel certification and compliance requirements.

**Marine Systems Engineering**

• Design and integrate propulsion, steering, fuel, cooling, electrical, and auxiliary systems.
• Develop system schematics, installation drawings, and engineering documentation.
• Support autonomous vessel integration requirements.
• Evaluate emerging marine technologies and recommend design improvements.

**Manufacturing & Production Support**

• Collaborate closely with production teams to improve manufacturability and assembly efficiency.
• Translate production feedback into engineering improvements.
• Develop production drawings, installation procedures, and build documentation.
• Support prototype construction, testing, and production ramp-up activities.
• Participate in design reviews and root-cause investigations.

**Testing & Validation**

• Support vessel sea trials and engineering validation testing.
• Analyze vessel performance data and recommend design modifications.
• Participate in troubleshooting mechanical, structural, and systems-related issues.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across engineering and manufacturing operations.

**Cross-Functional Collaboration**

• Work directly with manufacturing, procurement, autonomy, software, electrical, and operations teams.
• Support supplier selection and component qualification efforts.
• Assist program managers in maintaining schedules, budgets, and technical milestones.

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## **Required Qualifications**
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• Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline.
• Strong understanding of:
• Naval architecture principles
• Marine systems design