CACI
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Naval Architect

Location
Washington, DC · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Senior
Experience
2+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
Yesterday

Skills & highlights for this role

  • Ship design and analysis
  • Ship system performance assessment and prediction
  • CAD software
  • CAE software
  • Regulatory and military standards application
  • Microsoft Office
  • Written and verbal English communication
  • Stakeholder collaboration
  • Time management

Also useful

  • AutoCAD drawing creation

About the role

  • Job Title: Naval Architect
  • Job Category: Engineering
  • Time Type: Full time
  • Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Secret
  • Employee Type: Regular
  • Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%
  • Type of Travel: Continental US

CACI is seeking a Naval Architect in our Washington, DC office to perform design and analysis of new and existing ships and ship systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop and analyze new ships and ship system concepts.
  • Develop complex designs for current and conceptualized ships, systems and equipment. Use design software to prepare plans, drawings and analytical models. Evaluate designs for feasibility.
  • Analyze critical elements or performance of the design using analytic tools, model scale and full scale testing, or prototyping as appropriate. Prepare reports of results and conclusions. Recommend and implement changes to designs based on conclusions.
  • Identify and apply regulatory and customer standards, commercial and military standards, as well as classification society rules, to ship designs and modifications.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Naval Architecture or Ocean Engineering
  • Two or more years of experience in US Navy or USCG ship design or ocean engineering.
  • Experience working with ship system performance assessment and prediction methods, especially utilizing computer assisted design (CAD) and computer aided engineering (CAE) software in the design process.
  • Strong organization and time management skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills to work with project teams and stakeholders.
  • Must be a US citizen and have ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
  • Skills in Microsoft Office
  • Good written and verbal (English) communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

  • Ability to create drawings in AutoCAD

Additional information

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, t his position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What We Can Offer You

  • We've been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
  • Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
  • We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
  • We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation's highest priorities.
  • For over 60 years, the principles of CACI's unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

This position is contingent on funding and may not be filled immediately. However, this position is representative of positions within CACI that are consistently available. Individuals who apply may also be considered for other positions at CACI.

What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.

We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is

$72,700 - $149,200

Read the original posting

From CACI's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 13, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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