NAVAL ARCHITECT in Cornholme

You will serve as a Naval Architect in the Dry Dock Certification Office (1582), Infrastructure Revitalization and Readiness Division (1580), Naval Shipyard Support Office (1500) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Responsibilities:

• You will be an engineering specialist in the field of Naval Architecture and Drydocking Technology.
• You will administer the Safety and Certification Program for Drydocking Facilities and Shipbuilding Ways for U.S. Navy Ships.
• You will conduct maintenance program audits and provide specialist instructions of drydocking facilities and shipbuilding ways.
• You will identify technical errors or omissions, ensure compliance with military standards and good engineering practices, and recommend corrective actions or additional data requirements.
• You will investigate accidents and incidents at certified facilities to determine causes and recommend preventive actions, including procedural or design changes.
• You will serve as the NAVSEA representative and team leader for audits and inspections.
• You will review Facility Certification Reports and related documentation.
• You will provide support to NAVSEA headquarters, fleet, and program offices on all drydocking matters.

Requirements:

• U.S. Citizen.
• Suitable for federal employment.
• Ability to participate in direct deposit pay program.
• Successful completion of E-Verify employment verification check.
• Compliance with time-in-grade requirements for federal employees applying for GS jobs.
• Eligibility for retired military members within 180 days of retirement per 5 U.S.C. 3326.
• Male applicants born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Position is a bargaining unit role.
• Requirement to obtain and maintain interim or final security clearance prior to duty; failure may result in withdrawal of offer.
• Requirement to wear personal protective equipment at all times during the work shift.
• Position may require travel to CONUS, OCONUS, remote, or isolated sites and flight on military or commercial aircraft for extended periods.
• Requirement to climb ladders and scaffolding.

Qualifications:

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.
• Experience with principles and practices of naval architecture to provide expert advice on design and construction.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical engineering.
• Experience executing maintenance project audits and specialized inspections of dry-docking facilities, including material condition surveys and operational tests.
• Experience conducting comprehensive surveys of structural, mechanical, and electrical systems to guarantee safe operation and system integrity.
• Experience with drydocking facilities and ship handling systems.
• Experience with dry dock certification programs.
• Experience in advanced principles and practices of Naval Architecture for consulting on full range of activities.
• Experience directing team audits and inspections while reviewing maintenance training and operational procedures for readiness.
• Experience reviewing and evaluating facilities certification reports to verify compliance with safety standards.
• Experience creating technical reports and briefings for O‑6/GS‑15 leadership and higher.

Education requirements: Successful completion of a professional engineering degree from an ABET-accredited school or equivalent experience or credential as outlined in the description.

Benefits: A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package for employees and families, including health, retirement, and leave benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on position type and work hour classification.