Army Watercraft Systems Engineer – Secret Clearance

General Dynamics Information Technology

Army Watercraft Systems Engineer modernizing vessel electronics for GDIT, a U.S. government technology and professional services company.

Posted 8/16/2026full-timeFort Eustis • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $102,000 - $138,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in Marine Electronic Sustainment Repair, including leadership in technical teams and project management for Army Watercraft Systems. Proficient in troubleshooting, systems integration, and compliance with regulatory standards for shipboard electronic systems.

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Marine Electronic Sustainment RepairIntegrated Bridge SystemsElectrical Distribution SystemsTechnical Team LeadershipGMDSS Compliance

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingSystems IntegrationMaintenance ManagementConfiguration ControlEngineering AnalysisRetrofit StrategiesLifecycle SustainmentOperational Performance MonitoringTechnical Documentation InterpretationSteering Alignments

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ProjectVisioAdobe AcrobatServiceNowWASP Inventory Cloud

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Secret ClearanceFCC General Radiotelephone Operator LicenseFCC GMDSS Radio Operator/Maintainer LicenseAnschuetz Navigation Advanced Steering CertificationAnschutz Autopilot 5000 Series CertificationAnschutz Synapsis ECDIS CertificationAnschutz STD 22/STD 22 NX Gyrosphere Certification

Industry Keywords

Army Watercraft SystemsSOLAS RegulationsU.S. ArmyU.S. NavyU.S. Coast GuardVessel Sustainment OperationsRegulatory ComplianceMission ReadinessCable RoutingShipboard Cabling Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide senior-level engineering, sustainment, modernization, and technical management support for Army Watercraft Systems
Support shipboard electronic and electrical systems aboard Army vessels for mission readiness, regulatory compliance, lifecycle sustainment, and communications and navigation modernization
Serve as a technical lead supporting CECOM C5I Sustainment government leadership
Provide engineering analysis, sustainment support, and modernization recommendations
Lead and train senior and junior technicians supporting vessel sustainment operations
Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for contractors and installation activities
Monitor readiness and operational performance of Army Watercraft Systems worldwide
Research obsolete systems and develop retrofit strategies and Rough Order of Magnitude cost estimates
Develop engineering assessments, readiness reports, and modernization documentation
Lead retrofit and modernization projects supporting vessel mission upgrades and regulatory compliance
Install, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain Integrated Bridge Systems, navigation systems, communication systems, and GMDSS
Coordinate cable routing, equipment foundations, and modernization installation activities
Coordinate sustainment projects with Vessel Support Organizations in Hawaii, Fort Eustis, and Japan
Support maintenance operations at the CECOM C5I Maintenance Support Facility Annex and Integrated Lab and Training Facility
Travel worldwide up to 50% in support of operational missions

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of related experience listed in the job qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 8 years’ experience in Marine Electronic Sustainment Repair, or degree equivalent with at least 12 years of Marine Sustainment Repair experience supporting U.S. Army, Navy, or Coast Guard vessels
Active Secret clearance
Experience supporting US Army Watercraft Systems modernization, maintenance, and repair projects
Experience with Integrated Bridge Systems, navigation systems, tactical and commercial communication systems, and GMDSS under SOLAS regulations
Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems, power converters, power regulators, UPS, and shipboard cabling standards
Experience interpreting and complying with technical configuration drawings, government regulations, and manufacturer and military technical documentation
Experience leading technical teams, contractors, and field installation projects
Strong troubleshooting, systems integration, maintenance management, and configuration control experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills supporting senior government leadership
Experience performing steering alignments of deep-sea and coastal vessels, including LSV, LCU, and Small Tugs
U.S. driver's license
Valid U.S. passport required within 90 days of hire
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License with Ship Radar Endorsement
FCC GMDSS Radio Operator/Maintainer License
Anschuetz Navigation Advanced Steering or Steering 1 and 2 Certification
Anschutz Autopilot 5000 Series Certification
Anschutz Synapsis ECDIS and Radar System Certifications
Anschutz STD 22/STD 22 NX Gyrosphere Certification
Anschutz training in NSC Radar and ECDIS Systems
Preferred: Tactical Radio and Satellite Communications Training
Preferred: GMDSS Training
Preferred: Electrical Wiring Installation and Repair Training
2D drawing experience
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, ServiceNow, and WASP Inventory Cloud
U.S. citizenship required
Ability to support 25–50% travel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan
401(k) plan with company match
Full flex work weeks where possible
Vacation, sick and personal time
Paid holidays
Paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance