About Careertakes

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Overview

Confidential Client (via Careertakes) is hiring entry-level systems engineers to join a Hull Planning Yard engineering team supporting in-service submarine modernization and maintenance. This role sits in a multi-disciplined engineering group working on fluids, mechanical, structural, and components engineering across several submarine classes. You’ll support fleet readiness through analysis, drawing review, engineering calculations, and project coordination.

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What You’ll Do

• Provide technical guidance in response to emergent fleet support requests.
• Review and analyze technical drawings and deliver supporting engineering calculations.
• Manage project schedules and deliverables for assigned work packages.
• Support selection and procurement of replacement materials and equipment.
• Collaborate with subject-matter experts to resolve technical problems.
• Travel occasionally to public Navy Shipyards to provide on-site technical support as needed.
• Participate in project leadership and development opportunities.

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Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (all disciplines considered; will consider summer 2027 graduates).
• 0–5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to articulate technical issues to customers and vendors.
• Proactive collaborator who engages with technical and subject-matter experts.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated analytical mindset and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (or equivalent).

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Preferred Qualifications & Technical Skills

• Degree in Aerospace, Chemical, Civil, Industrial, Manufacturing, Marine, Mechanical, Ocean, Structural, or Systems Engineering.
• Experience or familiarity with one or more of the following:
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (e.g., ABAQUS, ANSYS, HyperWorks, ProENGINEER)
  • Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) tools (e.g., Flomaster)
  • Computational software (e.g., Mathcad, MATLAB/Simulink)
  • CAD software (e.g., NX/Teamcenter, CATIA, AutoCAD)
• Experience with requirements traceability, material specifications, design-for-manufacturability, detailed drawing review, and maintenance documentation.
• Experience delivering presentations to internal and external stakeholders.

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Work Environment & Logistics

• Location: Groton, CT — primarily inside/on-site; occasional travel to Navy Shipyards required.
• Physical: Light lifting.
• Employment type: Full time.
• Clearance: Role may involve work supporting government platforms; follow-on requirements for access or background checks may apply.

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Compensation

• Estimated base: $185,044 per year (estimated; provided by source). Actual pay will be determined by Confidential Client and may vary based on experience and qualifications.

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Why Join (Benefits & Growth)

• Hands-on engineering experience supporting complex, real-world systems.
• Mentorship and development opportunities within a multi-discipline engineering organization.
• Exposure to leadership and project management responsibilities early in your career.
• Opportunity to work on nationally relevant defense platforms and develop specialized skills.

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Keywords & Ideal Candidate

This role is a good fit for entry-level systems or mechanical engineers with exposure to FEA/CFD, CAD, engineering analysis tools, and interest in maintenance/modernization engineering for maritime or defense platforms.

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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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