Structural Engineer
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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. Dive into exciting opportunities in Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Propel your career forward and be part of something extraordinary. Your journey starts now—protect and innovate with MANTECH! MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Structural Engineer to join our team. This position is remote out of Virginia and requires occasional travel to C hesapeake or Norfolk, VA , for client meetings and events. The Structural Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to support Military Sealift Command (MSC) engineering and design efforts. You will help ensure the structural integrity, strength, and stability of diverse marine structures and waterborne vessel hulls to meet critical operational characteristics for naval crafts operating on the sea surface. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Performing professional architectural, engineering, and scientific work relating to the form, strength, and performance of marine structures Conducting detailed Structural Analyses and Finite Element Analyses (FEA) to evaluate vessel hull integrity and operational safety Developing technical reports and calculations for Weight and Moment, Stability, and Inclining Experiments Executing Hydrostatics and Intact and Damage stability assessments to ensure vessel compliance with maritime standards Managing arrangements for Hull and Deck outfitting, as well as conducting Mooring Studies and Vibration Analyses Performing Material Analyses and Weld and Connection Analyses to support complex shipboard repair and construction Providing engineering oversight for Rigging, Cargo Handling, and Lifesaving Systems Analyses across various naval platforms Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Applied Mechanics or a related field 5+ 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 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 Preferred Qualifications: Experience performing finite element analysis (FEA) and closed-form solutions for maritime applications Experience with Optimoor and FEMAP/ANSYS (or similar software), MathCAD, Adobe Pro, AutoCAD, and MS Office Suite Experience supporting Military Sealift Command (MSC) or similar naval engineering environments Clearance Requirement: An active Secret clearance is required for this position. Physical Requirements: Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time. Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, climb ladder wells on vessels, etc. Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations attending meetings. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The projected compensation range for this position is $70,200.00-$117,000.00. 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. In additio
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How this role compares on pay
- Region
- USA
- Discipline
- Structural Detailing
- AutoCAD
| Market | Hourly band | USD/hr |
|---|---|---|
| This listing (est.) | $38–$86 | |
| United States | $38–$80 | |
| Europe (Germany) | $32–$68 | |
| MENA (UAE) | $30–$64 | |
| Remote / worldwide | $38–$80 |
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