Entry-Level Engineer
The Entry-Level Engineer at Confidential Client supports the Modular Guns Weapons System and Littoral Combat Ship programs through hardware/software engineering, system integration, testing, and technical documentation. This role involves hands-on work aboard Navy platforms and laboratories, providing engineering analysis, test support, casualty response, and training development to ensure mission module readiness and system reliability within a DoD contracting environment.
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What You’ll Do
Confidential Client is seeking an Entry-Level Engineer to support mission modules and systems integration for Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) programs and related Mission Module in-service engineering functions. Typical responsibilities include:
- Support hardware/software engineering, system integration, installation, modernization, and test activities for the Modular Guns Weapons System (MGWS) and Surface Warfare (SUW) Mission Package.
- Perform engineering analysis, assessments, investigations, and evaluations for combat, weapon, network, and ancillary systems aboard LCS platforms and in laboratories.
- Develop, update, test, and validate technical procedures and documentation (drawings, technical manuals, MRCs, CSOSS, C&L, APL/AEL).
- Provide test support for Developmental Test (DT), Operational Test (OT), and Combat Systems Ships Qualification and Test (CSSQT).
- Respond to Casualty Reports (CASREP), provide Fleet Tech Assist (FTA) support, and deliver Distance Support (DS).
- Support Availability planning/execution, Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), Working Integrated Product Teams (WIPTs), and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs).
- Assist Reliability Engineering (RE), DMSMS, and FRACAS processes.
- Conduct and help develop training for shipboard personnel, contractors, and instructors.
- Travel to ships and labs to operate, maintain, or modernize systems as required.
Qualifications
Minimum requirements (must be met to be considered):
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret-level security clearance.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to technical detail.
Preferred qualifications:
- ~1 year of Naval or shipboard engineering experience (LCS or similar platform).
- Active Secret-level U.S. security clearance.
- Experience with system integration, test & evaluation, and technical documentation for combat or weapons systems.
Security & Eligibility
- Applicants must either hold an active U.S. Government security clearance or be eligible to obtain one. Selected candidates will undergo a government background investigation (criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, creditworthiness, etc.).
- Must be able to legally work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range (posted): $52,000 – $82,000 per year.
- Confidential Client offers a comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, retirement savings, paid time off, etc.). Specific benefits details will be provided during the hiring process.
- This posting complies with applicable pay transparency requirements for California.
Work Location & Travel
- Primary location: Port Hueneme, CA.
- Role requires shipboard and laboratory work and periodic travel to support installations, tests, and training events.
- Not a remote-first role; on-site presence and travel are essential.
Why Careertakes & This Opportunity
- Careertakes is acting as a third‑party recruiter to connect qualified engineers with Confidential Client in the Engineering industry.
- This role is a strong entry point for early-career engineers who want hands-on systems integration, shipboard engineering exposure, and experience supporting mission-critical naval systems.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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