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Responsibilities

Noblis MSD’s mission is to support the Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) and Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWCPD) and their missions to enable research, development, test and evaluation, acquisition, engineering, systems integration, in-service and fleet engineering with cybersecurity, comprehensive logistics, and life-cycle savings. We are looking to hire a Mechanical Engineer to provide engineering, technical, logistics, and obsolescence support to U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Army, and Foreign Military Sales ships and vessels related to the following systems and equipment: Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) Combat Support Systems for U.S. Navy Surface Ships – both in-service and new construction. and equipment support.

The Mechanical Engineer position will design, evaluate, plan, test and operate mechanical equipment and systems for commercial, government, military and/or scientific uses. The candidate's primary duties and responsibilities include:

Creating mechanical designs and drawings

Writing precise calculations

Creating and testing prototypes for functionality

Re-engineering products when problems are found and recalculating for the return of products to full functionality

Preparing reports and documentation for leadership

Perform obsolescence evaluation and assist with finding replacements

This is a fast-growing program with opportunity for growth and advancement.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering or Electrical Engineering and 3 years of professional experience in engineering.

US Citizen with an active DoD security clearance at SECRET level or the ability to obtain one

Familiarity with equipment design principles

Familiarity with 2D/3D engineering design & manufacturing tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor)

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with detailed specifications under configuration management

Ability to communicate in a clear and concise manner

Experience interfacing directly with US military technical representatives

Experience working with equipment suppliers and vendors

Shipboard experience as an operator / maintainer is a plus

Experience should include Navy Ship Steam and Auxiliary systems including mechanical/electrical system design, repair, installation, modification, operation, maintenance and testing of Navy equipment or systems. Shipboard experience Navy or Maritime is a plus

Familiarity military specifications for technical design

Experience reviewing models and drawings for manufacturability of parts

Experience with documentation development including drawings, technical manuals (operation, assembly, troubleshooting, and repair), bill of materials

Overview

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. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

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Total Rewards

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. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. 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. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range

USD $78,900.00 - USD $108,500.00 /Yr.