Principal Engineer
This position is Contingent Upon Contract Award
Purpose:
Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking a Principal Engineer to support the Underway Replenishment Division at Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division.
Job Description:
Provide Control System design and system architecture subject matter expertise to include multi-axis control system design supporting:
Develop and refine concepts for new systems and processes to advance naval logistics capability and improve system readiness.
Develop, revise, and provide 3-D models and engineering drawings for naval replenishment systems.
Perform finite element analysis of UNREP components and systems to validate structural integrity of designs and adherence to technical requirements.
Develop and aid in the development of documentation in support of analyses of alternatives of new UNREP systems and equipment concepts.
Support Test and Evaluation Services
Perform failure analysis.
Provide engineering support to update UNREP system technology in order to solve part obsolescence problems.
Develop 3-D models, develop engineering drawings, and support the fabrication of test equipment.
Support Control System integrated operation and failure handling tests to validate system design.
Qualifications:
Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering, computer science, math, or physics and at least 10 years of experience, OR a High School diploma and at least 15 years’ experience.
Must have at least 10 years’ experience in control system design and system architecture, specifically multi-axis machinery control system design, similar to the Naval E-STREAM system.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience supporting the development and revision of control system software for supportability solutions for Navy Standard UNREP systems.
Masters degree from an accredited university in an Engineering discipline.
Security Requirements:
Must have an Active DoD Secret security clearance or clearance in interim.
Must have the ability to gain access to private and public shipyards and Naval installations.
Travel Requirements:
Occasional travel- Up to 10%
If position requires travel by domestic flight or access to secure federal facilities/military bases, candidate must be able to obtain (no later than position start date) and maintain appropriate identification credentials, such as REAL ID.
(More information regarding REAL ID can be found: https://www.
dhs.
gov/real-id ).
Physical Requirements:
Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Light work that includes moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Valkyrie Enterprises, and its family of companies, is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.
Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
Please note: The annualized pay range referenced is a general guideline.
Valkyrie Enterprises considers factors such as (but not limited to) the following when determining base pay: scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s related work experience, education/training/certifications, key skills, internal peer equity/external market competitiveness, as well as other business considerations.
Additionally, Valkyrie Enterprises provides a variety of benefits to support your best health, wellness, and future, to include medical/dental/vision options, company paid life and disability insurances, 401k with match, education reimbursement, as well as company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).