At Maritime Applied Physics Corporation (MAPC), a wholly owned subsidiary of BlackSea Technologies, we don't just innovate; we revolutionize. Our strategic partnership with BlackSea Technologies empowers us to reach new heights by leveraging resources with unparalleled support all while fueling our drive for technological advancement.

We are a close-knit team of creative and innovative thinkers specializing in full lifecycle development of cutting-edge maritime technology. At MAPC, you won't just find a job; you'll find a community of experts who aspire to solve diverse and complex challenges. Be part of a company where your ideas matter, your expertise is valued, and your contributions make a real impact. Together, we are not just sailing; we are charting a course to push boundaries of what's possible.

Position Info

We are looking for an individual who likes to explore and build with their hands, demonstrating a curious propensity for engineering. As a Mechanical Engineer at MAPC, your role will include the design of maritime systems and platforms. The successful candidate will have 5 to 10 years experience as a mechanical engineer with an emphasis on marine systems, systems engineering, unmanned systems, test and evaluation, or related topics. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated project management and/or team leadership experience on small to medium projects.

The successful candidate must have:

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or another relevant technical discipline from an ABET-accredited school

At least 5 to 10 years of 3D CAD modeling experience

Good communications and organizational skills

Must be a U.S. Citizen

The ideal candidate should also have one or more of the following:

A high level of mechanical aptitude and intuition

Design engineering experience with a wide variety of components, structures, and systems

Strong SolidWorks 3D CAD skills

Experience in a quick-reaction work environment

Experience or interest in maritime activities, structures, and/or vehicles

Experience coordinating and working with machine shops, welders, fabrication technicians, and other engineering staff, including electrical and controls engineers.

Small to Medium projects management experience

An existing US Government security clearance would be helpful but is not required

Technical curiosity and the desire to conceptualize, design, build and test a wide range of ever-evolving projects being implemented from the seafloor to aerospace systems

The employee in this position will be responsible for performing the following tasks-

Technical Execution:

• Solves complex technical problems with advice and guidance from Principal Engineers when necessary.
• Small to medium project management
• Is capable of solving straightforward technical problems independently
• Has the ability to move freely between first principles analysis and complex software canned solution analysis. Has a strong understanding of the strengths and weaknesses of each and knows when and where to use them.
• Has developed an intuition of when a technical problem is converging in a positive spiral and knows when to change approach for better results.

Technical Project Management:

• Plans, reviews and controls the execution of all levels of project elements including technical execution, scope control, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinates project-level work efforts within MAPC including directing engineers, interfacing with technical personnel for the fabrication, assembly, and testing of hardware as necessary.
• Works with project sponsor representatives to meet their expectations and to limit scope creep and other external factors that lead to uncompensated efforts.
• Works with sponsors to develop follow on and new efforts that are mutually beneficial.

Future work initiatives:

• Coordinates with Program Managers to pursue projects that are strategic in producing improved MAPC capabilities including technical expertise and manufacturing and research facilities.
• Leads teams in proposal writing and contract negotiation efforts.
• Develops technical approaches and budget and schedule estimates for solicitations under consideration.

MAPC is seeking a long-term employee who is looking for a career growth path with the company and is willing to take on a diverse set of engineering challenges. The job offers opportunities to hone design skills and expand them into additional technical areas, develop more advanced modeling and analysis skills, and be part of a fast-moving, energetic team.