Naval Architect

Job Overview

General information Requisition # R68549 Locations USA-Remote Work Posting Date 06/10/2026 Security Clearance Required Secret Remote Type Fully Remote Time Type Full time & Requirements Shape the future of defense with MANTECH!

Join a team dedicated to safeguarding our nation through advanced tech and innovative solutions. Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.

Job Description

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MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Naval Architect to join our team in Chesapeake, VA . This position is remote out of Virginia , but requires occasional travel to C hesapeake or Norfolk, VA , for client meetings and events.

Conducting detailed Structural Analyses and Finite Element Analyses (FEA) to ensure the integrity of hull and deck arrangements. Developing complex Rigging, Cargo Handling, and Lifesaving Systems Analyses alongside Weight and Moment Reports.

Performing Hydrostatics, Intact and Damage stability calculations, and Inclining Experiment Calculations to verify vessel safety. Executing Mooring Studies, Material Analyses, Weld and Connection Analyses, and Vibration Analyses for diverse naval crafts.

Key Responsibilities

• Since 1968, we’ve been a trusted partner to the Department of Defense, delivering cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.
• The Naval Architect will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support Military Sealift Command (MSC) maritime engineering and design efforts, to include managing structural form, strength, and stability for various naval crafts and sea surface ships.
• You will help ensure the operational characteristics of waterborne vessels meet mission-critical standards through professional architectural and scientific analysis.
• Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Managing and performing professional architectural work relating to the form, strength, stability, and performance of marine structures and waterborne vessels.
• Supporting the Military Sealift Command (MSC) by providing expert engineering oversight for a variety of ship classes and expeditionary vessels.
• Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field 7+ years of experience with specialized vessels in one or more of the following areas: Expeditionary Fast Transport Vessels (T-EPF), Hospital Ships (T-AH), Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships (T-AKE), Underway Replenishment Oilers (T-AO), Cable Laying/Repair (T-ARC), Rescue/Salvage Ships (T-ARS), Submarine Tender (T-AS), Fleet Ocean Tugs (T-ATF), Command Ship (LCC), Expeditionary Mobile Base (T-ESB), Fast Combat Support Vessels (T-AOE) or like vessels Significant experience with vessel stability calculations, mooring analysis, towing plans, ship salvage, and dry-docking operations Expertise in complex hull structures, arrangements, outfitting, and structural analysis Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA) and closed-form solutions for maritime platforms Preferred Qualifications: ​ Experience with Optimoor and FEMAP/ANSYS (or similar software), MathCAD, Adobe Pro, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite.
• Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve attending meetings.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• General information Requisition # R68549 Locations USA-Remote Work Posting Date 06/10/2026 Security Clearance Required Secret Remote Type Fully Remote Time Type Full time & Requirements Shape the future of defense with MANTECH!
• The Naval Architect will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support Military Sealift Command (MSC) maritime engineering and design efforts, to include managing structural form, strength, and stability for various naval crafts and sea surface ships.
• Minimum Qualifications: Master's Degree in Naval Architecture, Ocean Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field 7+ years of experience with specialized vessels in one or more of the following areas: Expeditionary Fast Transport Vessels (T-EPF), Hospital Ships (T-AH), Dry Cargo/Ammunition Ships (T-AKE), Underway Replenishment Oilers (T-AO), Cable Laying/Repair (T-ARC), Rescue/Salvage Ships (T-ARS), Submarine Tender (T-AS), Fleet Ocean Tugs (T-ATF), Command Ship (LCC), Expeditionary Mobile Base (T-ESB), Fast Combat Support Vessels (T-AOE) or like vessels Significant experience with vessel stability calculations, mooring analysis, towing plans, ship salvage, and dry-docking operations Expertise in complex hull structures, arrangements, outfitting, and structural analysis Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA) and closed-form solutions for maritime platforms Preferred Qualifications: ​ Experience with Optimoor and FEMAP/ANSYS (or similar software), MathCAD, Adobe Pro, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite.
• Self-starter with excellent people skills - able to work across teams and drive change throughout the MSC engineering organization.
• Clearance Requirements: An active Secret clearance is required for this position.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories.

Benefits and Perks

• MANTECH’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, short-term and long-term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections.

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as Remote USA with location information shown as Remote USA. The employment type is Full Time.

About the Company

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