Job Details

Are you a mission-driven, marine engineer with experience in shipayrds?

Our Ship Design Team in Washington, DC is looking for you!

As a Journeyman Marine Auxiliary Engineer you will:

• Work within the Maritime Lifecycle Readiness Division to provide engineering support to the United States Coast Guard – Ship Design Team Headquarters DC.
• Join a well-established team that gives you the opportunity to grow.
• Receive robust benefits package that includes our Employee Stock Ownership Plan! (ESOP).
• Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

A week in the life of a Journeyman Marine Auxiliary Engineer:

• Assist in design, development, and evaluation of the operation of Auxiliary marine systems, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as HM&E, HVAC&R, piping systems, etc
• Support the US Coast Guard reviewing third party design modifications and improvements to mechanical systems and components.
• Perform design reviews, evaluating constructability, helping resolve technical issues, and managing information generated through the design and construction phases.
• Conduct analyses of various auxiliary systems, lead development of technical data packages and reviews. 
• Conduct trade studies regarding auxiliary system configuration.
• Conduct marine engineering analysis.
• Create graphical representations of structures and systems.
• Inspect auxiliary equipment or systems.
• Assist in research of advanced engineering designs or applications.
• Prepare technical reports for internal use.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Ability to obtain a secret clearance

At least 5+ years of experience:

• Progressively responsible experience in marine specific fields (i.e. auxiliary systems, piping systems, fluids and hydraulics)
• Working with Microsoft Office suite
• Experience with Auto-CAD
• Familiarity with ABS, NVR, and commercial ship design rules and regulations.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

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• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies 
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National 
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• GOLD AWARD by U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS EMPLOYER by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY EMPLOYER by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners.  The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $110,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.  AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.