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Submarine System Engineer

Noblis

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$95,500 - $149,200
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Engineering - Systems
Philadelphia, PA (Off-Site/Hybrid)

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.

Noblis MSD is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide engineering and technical support to NSWCPD Code 445 submarine programs. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with VIRGINIA Class submarine electrical power systems, with specific emphasis on emergency diesel generator (EDG) and turbine generator (SSTG) systems and legacy platforms including LOS ANGELES Class (SSN 688), OHIO Class (SSBN/GN 726) and SEAWOLF Class (SSN 21) submarines. This position requires expertise in submarine electrical power generation, distribution, controls, and hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) maintenance, and troubleshooting.

The successful candidate will serve as an In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) representative, conducting technical reviews, system health assessments, and providing expert guidance on electrical power and (HM&E) systems across multiple submarine platforms. Their responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Provide engineering and technical expertise for submarine electrical power systems, including EDGs, SSTGs, switchboards, circuit breakers, motors, and distribution systems
  • Conduct System Health Assessments (SHAs) for electrical and propulsion plant systems, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions
  • Process and adjudicate VIRGINIA Class commitments and technical feedback reports
  • Draft and modify engineering drawings, Technical Manuals (TMs), and troubleshooting guides
  • Support EDG and SSTG programs, including working group participation, vibration analysis, and governor upgrades
  • Serve as ISEA representative, traveling to submarine bases to provide on-site technical support as needed
  • Conduct thermal/IR inspections in accordance with NAVSEA specifications as needed
  • Provide technical expertise during bi-weekly/monthly working group meetings
  • Analyze operational and test data to provide technical recommendations

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 5+ years related experience, OR High School Diploma and 11+ years related experience, OR equivalent nuclear submarine service
  • 10+ years hands-on experience with submarine electrical power systems
  • Extensive experience with VIRGINIA Class electrical and HM&E systems
  • Thermography certification
  • Active or ability to obtain Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship required
  • Ability to travel up to 25%

Desired Qualifications

  • Former U.S. Navy submarine electrician background
  • Direct experience supporting NSWCPD Code 445
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to read and understand technical documentation
  • Ability to troubleshoot challenging technical issues


Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

Why work at a Noblis company?

Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards . Noblis maintains 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 $95,500.00 - USD $149,200.00 /Yr.
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For over 25 years, Noblis has been an innovator within the federal government, committed to enriching lives and making our nation safer while investing in the missions of tomorrow. As a nonprofit, Noblis works for the public good, bringing together the best possible science, technology and engineering expertise and solutions, in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. At Noblis, we are thinkers and doers combining leading-edge research with expertise to drive innovation in the areas of analytics, AI/ML, autonomous systems, cyber, cloud, space, energy, biosciences, telecom and many others. Our experts collaborate across a variety of backgrounds, disciplines and technologies to create mission-driven impacts for our federal agency clients. Together with our subsidiaries, we work with a wide range of government clients in the defense, homeland security, intelligence, law enforcement and federal civil sectors.
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