Engineer, Senior

americansystems· Engineering
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📍 McLean, VA, USFULL TIME💰 USD 130K–173K/yr

About this role

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is an employee-owned federal government contractor supporting national priority programs through our strategic solutions in the areas of Information Technology, Engineering & Analysis, Test & Evaluation, and Training.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a senior engineering consultant and subject matter expert for mission-critical infrastructure, systems, equipment, and Naval surface ship systems and operations.
  • Apply scientific and engineering principles to assess operational requirements and develop effective technical solutions for shore-based and shipboard environments.
  • Develop preliminary and final design plans, engineering specifications, cost estimates, and procurement packages.
  • Support the operation, preventive maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, utility, and mission-critical systems, including systems relevant to Naval surface ships.
  • Define functional requirements and support the design, testing, analysis, and integration of components and systems.
  • Evaluate designs and systems for effectiveness, reliability, safety, and cost efficiency.
  • Design, analyze, configure, test, and troubleshoot engineering systems and related components.
  • Provide project engineering, program management, development, evaluation, and lifecycle support.
  • Conduct site surveys and investigations to collect technical data and support engineering design efforts.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure technical solutions align with project objectives, fleet requirements, and operational needs.
  • Provide engineering support informed by experience with surface combatants, amphibious ships, support vessels, or other Naval surface platforms.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 5 to 7 years of related engineering experience, or 20 plus years of experience supporting Navy programs.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting Naval surface ships, shipboard systems, or fleet engineering environments.
  • Active Secret Clearance.
  • Demonstrated experience in engineering design, systems analysis, testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation.
  • Experience supporting mission-critical systems and infrastructure.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $130,000.00/Yr. - USD $172,600/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Engineer, Senior role at americansystems?
The listed salary for this Engineer, Senior position at americansystems is USD 130K–173K/yr. This is an FULL TIME role.
Where is the Engineer, Senior position at americansystems located?
This Engineer, Senior role at americansystems is based in McLean, VA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Engineer, Senior role at americansystems full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Engineer, Senior role in the Engineering department at americansystems.
Which team or department does the Engineer, Senior at americansystems belong to?
This Engineer, Senior position is part of the Engineering department at americansystems. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Engineer, Senior position at americansystems?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to americansystems's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Engineer, Senior job at americansystems posted?
This Engineer, Senior position at americansystems was posted on Jun 22, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Engineer, Senior
americansystems · 💰 USD 130K–173K/yr
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