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Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Onsite
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Amentum is actively seeking a Naval Architect/Structural Engineer with three or more years of experience to work onsite in Code 241/242 at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Provide technical assistance, assessment, and corrective actions as tasked.
Conduct inspections and/or assessments of current ship condition and evaluate the findings of the inspections and/or assessments to determine a way forward to correct the current situation.
Answer Engineering Service Requests (ESR) and Departures from Specification (Client) when applicable.
Must be able to complete certification courses within 8 months after hire pertaining to Corrosion assessment including: NAVSEA Basic Paint Inspector, NACE level 1, NACE level 2, NAVSEA Cableway Inspections, Shipboard Corrosion Assessment Training, etc.
Required Education, Skills, and Experience:
BS in Structural Engineering or Naval Architecture from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) school. Mechanical Engineering degree will be accepted if there is a background in structural analysis or naval architecture.
Experience in the assessment, repair, and maintenance of structure on US Naval ships. Minimum of three (3) years specialized hands-on experience working and inspecting ship structures, material, knowledge of welding and preservation of systems.
Must have three (3) years general experience performing structural analysis and load requirements to comply with Navy standards.
Specialized and General experience can be concurrent but must be recent within three (3) years.
Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. If individual does not have clearance yet, during the hiring process, they must attain INTERIM Secret by DAY ONE.
May require less than 10% travel.
Physical Demands and Expectations:
Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, and standing; frequent periods of prolonged sitting may be required.
Maneuvering and climbing ladders in tight spaces in a shipboard environment
Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, English with or without assistance.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Naval Architect with shipyard background.
Compensation Details:
$80,000 - $89,700
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
08/27/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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