Naval Architect, Level 1

HII

. Perform routine naval architecture work using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68,000 - $95,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in naval architecture principles, including ship design, performance analysis, and hull form characteristics. Proficient in applying standard techniques and procedures while supporting surface ship and submarine programs.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Naval ArchitectureShip DesignPerformance Analysis3D Modeling ProgramsHydrodynamics

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Hard Skills

Ship Hull DesignFoundation DesignSuperstructure DesignHull Form CharacteristicsSeakeepingStructures DesignTechnical Problem SolvingSystems Design

Industry Keywords

U.S. CitizenshipBachelor's DegreeOcean EngineeringNaval Architecture Coursework

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine naval architecture work using standard techniques, procedures, and criteria
Carry out design and analysis of ship hull, foundation, superstructure, arrangements, and hull form characteristics
Apply selected techniques and procedures to ship design and ship performance analyses
Assist in solving difficult problems in assigned areas
Perform specific and limited portions of broader systems design, performance analysis, or hull form characteristic assignments under experienced naval architects
Support existing and developing surface ship, submarine, and USW programs
Perform related duties and other duties directed by supervision
Travel up to 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree and 0 years of relevant exempt experience
U.S. Citizenship required
Preferred: Bachelor's of Science in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering
Preferred coursework in Hydrodynamics, Seakeeping, Structures, and Design Class
Exposure to Naval Architecture and/or 3D modeling programs is extremely beneficial

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance
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On-site health centers
Tele-medicine
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings plan options (401K)
Financial education and planning tools
Life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Early childhood education scholarships
Post-secondary education scholarships
Educational and training programs for continual career growth