Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical/Computer)

Job Description
Job Title: Engineer (Mechanical/Electrical/Computer)

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is a premier provider of engineering and industrial services, proudly supporting the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other Department of Defense (DoD) organizations. We are committed to fostering a collaborative culture where every employee's voice is valued, and opportunities for growth and development abound.

At Continental Tide, you'll thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that encourages innovation, skill-building, and the pursuit of excellence. Join our team of dedicated experts who are passionate about delivering cutting-edge solutions to support our nation's fleet. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Engineer with expertise in mechanical, electrical, or computer systems to support critical tasks for naval and maritime operations. This role involves conducting detailed technical reviews, project management, and engineering support to ensure the accuracy, functionality, and quality of ship systems and installations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering support for Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (AC&R), Steam, Auxiliary, Combat Support, Life Support and Ventilation, and/or Compressed Air Systems.
• Provide programmatic, engineering/technical support, test procedure development, testing, and onsite coordination support for programs, including Machine Alterations (MACHALTs), engineering change proposals. and/or ship change documents (SCDs).
• Provide market research, engineering support, and recommendations to resolve obsolescence issues.
• Provide Ship system configuration, testing, training, support, troubleshooting, and assessments of HM&E systems.
• Conduct pre- and post-installation ship checks to verify installation drawing accuracy.
• Support Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) development, certification packages for MACHALTs, and/or SCDs.
• Develop and track Plan of Action, and Milestones (POAMs) for related programs and projects.
• Provide strategic planning and analysis of requirements to assist in developing a fully Integrated Master Schedule (IMS).
• Actively participate in the NSWCPD System Engineering Program (SEP), which includes attending meetings; completing action items; participating on sub teams, and participating in training, and assessments. Provide support for Systems Engineering Plan tools and processes.
• Ensure proper equipment and logistic configurations for technical accuracy.
• Perform Technical Assessment Team (TAT) reviews to ensure the delivery of quality products to the Fleet.
• Develop and present fully automated advanced fluid system models using industry-standard software.
• Analyze the impacts of potential ship alterations or modifications to existing shipboard systems.

Experience and Skills
Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in any engineering discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Seven (7) years of experience in: Navy Ship Auxiliary systems, including distributed machinery
• control systems and software; Auxiliary Fuel, and Lube Oil systems; Auxiliary Pumps, and Smart Valves; Auxiliary Machinery, and the testing of these systems.
• Knowledge of NSWCPD System Engineering Program (SEP), Alterations (MACHALTs), engineering change proposals, and/or ship change documents (SCDs) processes.
• Experience with Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) development and obsolescence management.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and schematics.
• Experience in project management, engineering support, and system configuration.
• Knowledge and experience with naval ship systems including fuel and lube oil, pumps, heat exchangers, smart valves, auxiliary machinery and the testing of these systems.
• Must have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact projects that support the operational readiness of our nation's fleet. If you're ready to bring your engineering expertise to a fast-paced and rewarding environment, we encourage you to apply.

Why Join Us?

At Continental Tide, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. By joining our team, you'll work on impactful projects supporting our nation's fleet, with opportunities to advance your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Apply Today:

If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to deliver quality solutions to the Fleet.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. Continental Tide participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

"This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans."