Job Description: Q.E.D. SYSTEMS, INC., a local Marine Engineering firm has immediate full-time positions available for Mechanical Engineers to provide HM&E system support services such as: develop/change maintenance sketches, redline electrical drawings for Ship Change design or installation, and/or develop testing or maintenance procedures in accordance with Navy standards.
Job Requirements/skill sets: Have a basic understanding of US Navy Hull, Mechanical and Electrical Systems (HM&E), Electronics Systems, Combat Systems or marine systems. Duties include:
- Support Environmental Qualification Testing (EQT) for U.S. Navy Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) components. Develop test procedures, design functional test systems, witness testing, and prepare test reports. Experience with EQT shock, vibration, and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing is preferred.
- Perform shipchecks, prepare system specifications, and develop design drawings for new installation and modification of existing HM&E systems and components. Experience with Fire Detection and Damage Control equipment is preferred.
- Read, interpret, and troubleshoot HM&E systems using various Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), including structural/arrangement drawings, electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Develop 2D drawings and 3D models of electrical diagrams, new and modified mechanical components, and equipment foundations.
- Perform calculations, including fluid resistance of piping systems, stress analysis of mechanical components and foundations, weight and center of gravity, etc.
- Revise and prepare HM&E logistics documentation, including Technical Manuals, Maintenance Requirements Cards (MRCs), parts lists, etc.
- Provide subject matter expertise to equipment technical assistance teams in the assessment, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of shipboard equipment.
- All other duties as assigned.
Education Requirements:
- BS degree in Marine, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or related engineering degree from an accredited university or college
- US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential desired but not required
Travel:
- Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
Security Clearance:
Candidate will currently possess or be able to obtain at a minimum a Secret Government security clearance. Drug screening is required before hiring. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
EOE, including disability/vets: QED is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- BS degree in Marine, Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering
- Basic understanding of US Navy Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) systems, electronics, combat systems, or marine systems
- Ability to develop test procedures, witness testing, and prepare test reports for Environmental Qualification Testing (EQT)
- Experience reading, interpreting, and troubleshooting using Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), electrical schematics, and wiring diagrams
- Ability to produce 2D drawings and 3D models of mechanical components and electrical diagrams
- Perform engineering calculations (fluid resistance of piping, stress analysis, weight and center of gravity)
- Revise and prepare HM&E logistics documentation (Technical Manuals, Maintenance Requirement Cards, parts lists)
- Provide subject matter expertise for assessment, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of shipboard equipment
- Willingness to travel up to 20%
- Must be U.S. Citizen
- Possess or be able to obtain at minimum a Secret government security clearance; drug screening required
- Experience with EQT shock, vibration, and EMI testing
- Experience with Fire Detection and Damage Control equipment
- US Coast Guard Merchant Mariner Credential
What We Do
Q.E.D. Systems, Inc. is a nation-wide engineering and technical services firm that has provided high-quality support to government and commercial clients since 1969. Specializing in marine engineering, the company provides alteration development, installation support, and technical documentation. They focus on enhancing the material readiness of surface ships, submarines, and shore-based commands, primarily supporting the U.S. Navy and the maritime industry.
