MIKEL invests in people and technology – empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company’s inception in 1999.
Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise, that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.
Position: Industrial Engineer
Nature of Role: As an Industrial Engineer you will support the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport WA conduct industrial workflow modeling and simulation, time studies, process mapping, system touble shooting and evaluation. Continuous process improvement, including implementation of LEAN methodologies, statical and trend analysis, capacity planning, human factors, facility layouts, work analysis methods, root cause analysis, facilities engineering, quality management, facility-logistics operations and research, and data analytics. Basic information technology and cyber security awareness and applications.
Responsibilities:
include but are not limited to:
Test & Evaluation (T&E) Department: This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport’s capabilities in Undersea Warfare T&E, performance assessment, and assurance capabilities for acquisition and Fleet customers.
Undersea Weapons Department: This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport’s efforts in support of this Center’s fielding and sustainment role for Weapon Systems. Provides In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA), maintenance, and repair support for Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)and Undersea Warfare (USW) systems for U.S. Fleet and Foreign Military customers. Systems include in-service and developmental Heavyweight and Lightweight torpedoes, various Mine Systems, and other ASW/USW systems as assigned.
Undersea Systems & Sustainment Engineering Department: This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport’s efforts to ensure Fleet Operational Readiness through Life-Cycle Support of Combat and Weapons systems. Provides ISEA and other Technical Authority functions as assigned including design, production, test, fielding, sustainment, and improvement modifications.
Unmanned and Theater Undersea Warfare Systems Department: This Department plans, organizes, directs and controls NUWC Division Keyport’s efforts to accelerate the Navy’s ubiquitous use of Unmanned Systems with a comprehensive suite of capabilities that sustain operational readiness and promote rapid integration of military utility into the fleet. Provides systems and project engineering leadership for assigned Integrated Warfare Systems technical programs. Provides ISEA and other Technical Authority (TA) functions as assigned including design, production, test, fielding, sustainment, and improvement modifications.
Requirements:
- Ability to obtain and maintain SECRET Clearance.
- Formal education and/or experience in Industrial Engineering.
- Junior : A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent), or higher, from an accredited college or university is desired.
- Journeyman : A BS degree in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent), or higher, from an accredited college or university is desired. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in electrical engineering for complex systems, including design, development, integration, test, and deployment is desired. A master of science degree in an appropriate field may substitute for two years of experience.
- Senior : A BS degree in Industrial Engineering (or equivalent), from an accredited college or university is desired. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience in electrical engineering for complex systems, including design, development, integration, test, and deployment is desired. A master of science degree in an appropriate field may substitute for two years of experience.
- LEAN methodologies, Six Sigma
- Proficient in software applications – Microsoft Office 365 Suite, Power BI or Tableau, AutoCAD, AnyLogic and Python.
Experience:
- U.S. Navy submarine/underwater warfare system experience a plus.
- The ideal candidate will have an understanding of military specifications and requirements, drawings and other documents used to support military systems
Work Location: Keyport, Washington State
MIKEL offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), 401k Retirement Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and Tuition Reimbursement.
Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance or higher is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
MIKEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Skills Required
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance or higher at time of hire
- U.S. citizenship
- Formal education and/or experience in industrial engineering
- Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering or equivalent from an accredited college or university
- Four or more years of experience in electrical engineering for complex systems, including design, development, integration, testing, and deployment
- Seven or more years of experience in electrical engineering for complex systems, including design, development, integration, testing, and deployment
- Lean methodologies and Six Sigma experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Suite
- Proficiency with Power BI or Tableau
- Proficiency with AutoCAD
- Proficiency with AnyLogic
- Proficiency with Python
- U.S. Navy submarine or underwater warfare system experience
- Understanding of military specifications, requirements, drawings, and documents supporting military systems
What We Do
MIKEL is a woman-owned defense technology and engineering company providing undersea warfare solutions to the U.S. Navy and Department of Defense. Its work supports naval mission requirements through systems engineering, requirements analysis, hardware and software specifications, test and evaluation, integrated logistics, operations, maintenance, repairs, and cybersecurity engineering. The company combines undersea operations experience with specialized technical expertise to develop practical, cost-effective solutions for its customers.
