Design Engineering Manage

This position is for an engineer with strong AutoCAD skills and a detail-oriented approach to engineering documentation. You will serve as the Technical Data Package (TDP) lead for Machinery Control Systems (MCS), Repair Station Consoles (RSC), and Engine Controllers (EC) on the DDG-51 Modernization (MOD) and related Tech Refresh (TR) programs.

You will independently manage configuration baselines, produce installation drawings, maintain tracking databases, coordinate across multiple engineering teams and government stakeholders, and occasionally travel to ships to verify legacy configurations firsthand. Training and mentorship on program-specific processes will be provided, but candidates should be comfortable taking ownership of deliverables and driving tasks to completion with minimal supervision.

Technical Data Package Development and Ownership

Create electrical block installation drawings in AutoCAD as part of TDPs across multiple ship alterations, serving as MCS's design input to shipbuilder BIW for generation of Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs).

Produce and maintain TDPs spanning multiple DDG hulls across Flight I, Flight II, and Flight IIA configurations.

Review ship check data and document legacy baseline hardware and signal cable configurations; Update TDP drawings based on ISEA review comments and ship check findings.

Shipboard Verification and Travel

Support ownership and execution of the shipboard legacy configuration verification test procedure during TDY ship check trips.

Conduct on-site verification of legacy MCS configuration prior to modernization.

Document discrepancies in TDP updates or Wire Discrepancy Lists (WDL) submitted as part of the SOW package.

Coordinate technical data exchange between BIW Planning Yard and ISEAs; attend bi-weekly coordination meetings with NSWCPD Program Management and Waterfront Engineering.

Integrate and review Vendor Installation Control Drawings (ICDs) and verify baseline information on Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs).

Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering is required; 1-3 years of experience in AutoCAD and engineering drawing review.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD with the ability to create and modify electrical block installation drawings.
• Strong attention to detail for reviewing and verifying complex engineering configurations across multiple ship variants.
• Basic technical writing ability for reports, wire discrepancy lists, and test procedures.

Successful applicants must either have active government security clearance or the ability to receive approval upon position acceptance.

Must have a valid US passport or the ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.

Must be a US Citizen.

Experience with Jira or similar task tracking and project management tools.

Experience with Microsoft Access

Familiarity with Navy or DoD technical documentation standards (MIL-STD, NAVSEA drawing practices).

Experience with configuration management, engineering change control, or Liaison Action Report processes.

Experience with Microsoft Access or database tools for tracking and reporting.

Familiarity with shipboard machinery control systems, propulsion plant configurations, or HM&E systems.

Prior experience working in a Planning Yard, ISEA, or shipyard engineering environment.

Experience conducting shipboard inspections or ship checks.

This role includes a structured 6-month onboarding period at our Land Based Engineering Site (LBES) to ensure thorough training on program systems, ship configurations, and documentation processes (100% onsite).

TDY travel to ships and naval installations required (approximately 1-2 trips per year).

When activated for onsite work, employees working in naval industrial environments, whether shipboard or pierside, must meet certain physical requirements to safely perform essential job functions. Individuals must be capable of standing and walking for extended periods, often on uneven, wet, or slippery surfaces, and must be able to climb vertical ladders, stairs, and steep inclines while carrying tools or equipment.

Workers must possess sufficient manual dexterity and grip strength to operate hand and power tools, manipulate controls, and handle materials weighing up to fifty pounds on a regular basis.

Reasonable accommodations may be available for qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position with or without such accommodations.

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits ( page on our Careers ( site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked.