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Controls Engineer

Location: Washington

Department: Operations

Job Description

Green Expert Technology Inc. (GreenXT) is seeking a Controls Engineer to support the Aircraft Carrier Design and Systems Engineering Directorate (SEA 05V) at Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). 

 

These positions are located at the Washington Navy Yard.  

 
About GreenXT
 
GreenXT is comprised of technical and business leaders.  We hire intelligent, hardworking, and dedicated people who not only possess the desire to learn and improve their skills but want to contribute to the design and development of innovative solutions that address the Navy’s greatest technological challenges.  We hired each of our employees because we believe they are exceptional, have the ability to excel at their job, and will contribute positively to GreenXT.
 
GreenXT’s business office strives to be the most efficient and effective business office supporting our customers.  Our personnel aspire to become leaders through organized, rigorous, and diligent efforts. GreenXT employees are always looking to help one another succeed.  We look out for each other and cross-train so that the product we deliver is one that we’re confident in and proud of.  We strongly believe in growth and providing our workforce with career development opportunities to help everyone achieve their goals. 
 
We take pride in our support of the United States Navy.  We never forget that the work we do is ultimately in support of America’s warfighter and serving those who serve. The idea that our hard work can help make their jobs easier, assist them to defend our nation, and can help ensure they return home safely to their loved ones motivates us every day, and we hope that you join us on that mission!
 
Responsibilities:
  • Serve as an engineer supporting technical and programmatic tasking for Aircraft Carrier Ship Design Managers (SDMs) and the System Engineering Manager (SEM) in the Digital, Network, and Cyber Group.
  • Review technical data packages, drawings, reports, logistics products, and training to assess accuracy and/or assess risk for SDM/SEM technical decisions
  • Provide written responses to requests for technical assistance or adjudication received via letter, Departure from Specification (DFS), and Nuclear Liaison Action Request (NLAR)
  • Address technical issues with ship modernization efforts executed via Ship Change Documents (SCDs) and support development of new SCDs
  • Review ship, procurement, and systems specifications and submit written proposals for changes
  • Participate in multi-disciplinary teams, build consensus with numerous stakeholders, and coordinate with teams of engineers and support staff to complete projects. 
  • Coordinate with a team of 4 to 6 team members on multiple projects.  This includes technical feedback and guidance, task tracking, and team communications. 
  • Communicate with Engineering Agents, Technical Authorities, TYCOM, PMS 312, PMS 378, SUPSHIP Newport News, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Ship Repair Facility (SRF), & other activities to resolve technical matters.
  • Develop formal presentations to brief to senior officials.
 
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical, Computer, or Systems Engineering
  • 3- 7 years’ experience with machinery control systems
  • Active DoD Secret Level Security Clearance 
  • Good project management, technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
  • Candidate must be highly motivated, independent, and self-starter, able to manage their own projects and coordinate the work with multiple engineers
  • Candidate must have good interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills.
Preferred/Desired:
  • Prior Carrier, Submarine, or Surface Ship (Navy, Coast Guard, or Merchant Marine) system engineering experience
  • Experience with one or more of the following Ship Control Systems (SCS):
    • Machinery Control and Monitoring System (MCMS) / Machinery Control System (MCS) or similar 
    • Machinery Control network systems and related infrastructure
    • Steering Gear Control Systems
    • Voice/Video over IP related systems
    • Navigation/shipboard networks
    • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
    • Damage Control software applications.

  • Working with or at a shipyard, Naval Surface/Undersea Warfare Center (NSWC/NUWC), Supervisor of Shipbuilding Command (SUPSHIP), Regional Maintenance Center (RMC), and/or Type Commander (TYCOM) supporting construction, operation, maintenance, modernization, and/or repair of shipboard auxiliary systems. Experience working with technical authority (e.g. NAVSEA 05 and 08).
  • Experience working with program managers (e.g. PEO Carriers, PMS 312, PMS 378, etc.) in an engineering role
 
Job Benefits
  • Competitive Pay and PTO
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with Matching
  • Medical and Dental Insurance
  • Life and Disability Insurance