Navy Lead Engineer

Description

Navy Lead Engineer: 

At B&A, we foster and embrace a distinct set of values that we live by and instill in all aspects of our organization: dedication, commitment, partnership, trust, and recognition. We have incorporated these values into successful delivery for our customers since 1988. B&A believes in ensuring its employees feel deeply connected to B&A, recognizing successes and hard work, and providing continuous opportunities to learn and grow. Our people are entrepreneurial thinkers that combine mindset, vision, and experience to drive value – not only to us as an organization, but to the clients we support. We promote a collaborative culture with our clients, and with each other, as one team working towards a common vision. We’d love for you to join our team!

Job Summary:

B&A is looking for an Navy Lead Engineer to join a contract with a federal government client in support of an important mission. In this role, you will serve as the technical lead and mentor for an Integrated Product Team (IPT) responsible for the design, development, integration, testing, and sustainment of ruggedized shipboard hardware systems that meet U.S. Navy Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E) specifications. This position requires a balance of deep engineering expertise, leadership, customer engagement, and lifecycle product management. You will engage in a wide range of activities—from evaluating COTS components and system-level architecture to managing risk and leading root cause analyses for fielded systems. You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Program Management, Business Development, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Navy customer organizations.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical leadership for the development, integration, and deployment of shipboard IT hardware systems aligned with Navy HM&E requirements.
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary teams of engineers and technicians, driving collaboration across design, prototyping, testing, and production phases.
• Perform system- and component-level trade studies, technical evaluations, and supplier assessments to select reliable, supportable components that meet Navy standards.
• Guide the design and development of system layouts and hardware integration plans, ensuring compatibility with shipboard constraints and environmental conditions (e.g., shock, vibration, EMI, thermal).
• Support the preparation of technical documentation including specifications, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Statements of Work (SOWs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and Test Procedures.
• Review and interpret customer requirements and specifications, leading the team through requirements decomposition, traceability, and validation.
• Participate in and lead Design Reviews (PDR, CDR), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and formal verification/validation test events.
• Identify obsolescence risks and develop mitigation strategies such as alternative component evaluations, upgrades, or redesigns.
• Assist in developing and delivering technical proposals, white papers, and business development materials to capture new opportunities.
• Interface directly with government customers, including NAVSEA, NAVAIR, NSWC, Type Commanders, Naval Shipyards, and SUPSHIP organizations.
• Ensure all designs and support documentation align with relevant DoD, MIL-STD, and ISO 9001/CMMI Level 3 quality standards.
• Provide on-site or remote engineering support during installation, testing, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment activities.
• Contribute to cost/schedule estimates and risk analyses in support of proposal development and program planning.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineeringBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• 9+ years of experience in the design, production, testing, and troubleshooting of IT or HM&E hardware systems, with at least some experience supporting U.S. Navy platforms. 

Required Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to lead engineering teams and projects with minimal oversight
• Strong understanding of COTS integration, ruggedized packaging, system layout, and environmental testing
• Experience developing technical documentation for shipboard equipment and systems
• Familiarity with DoD acquisition and lifecycle processes, including support for logistics, configuration control, and product improvement
• Proficiency with engineering tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MATLAB, DOORS, or equivalent
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including experience interfacing with Navy technical representatives, suppliers, and internal stakeholders

Security Clearance

• Eligible to obtain an active Secret clearance. 

More About B&A:

Notable Clients
B&A has grown to be a company that is trusted by our clients for exceptional service, innovative solutions, and inspired employees. Our service extends through federal, state, and local Government, the private sector, and higher education. Some of our notable clients include Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Senate, U.S. Courts, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Navy, and more.

Benefits and Programs

B&A is proud to offer three robust individual and family medical plans to full time employees, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) option as well as two tiers of dental coverage, vision, life & AD&D, disability, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance. In addition to these benefits, B&A employees enjoy paid time off, B&A sponsored trainings and certifications, pet insurance benefits, commuter transit benefits and a free subscription to a virtual exercise platform (NEOU). B&A’s 401(k) plan is available to all employees and includes a company matching contribution.

B&A has launched several programs to focus on employee engagement, wellness, and assistance. These include:

• The B&A Cares program: 30/60/90-day wellness check ins, personal development, financial management, and stress management seminars, and more
• A formal mentorship program
• Job shadowing and cross training opportunities
• Brand Ambassador program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Access to various support resources to include counseling, legal guidance, financial planning, and more
• Monthly teambuilding events
• B&A Annual Wellness Challenges: #StepWithB&A, #WalkDuringLunchWithB&A, #VolunteeringWithB&A, #ExerciseDuringLunchWithB&A, and more

At B&A, we place significant importance on improving the communities and lives of citizens across the nation through our involvement, technology expertise, and employees. B&A puts an emphasis on charitable efforts in the Northern Virginia area, including Capital Area Food Bank pantry drives, book donations, Hope for Henry Foundation events, and many more. In recognition of all these efforts, B&A has been named a Companies as Responsive Employers (CARE) award recipient by Northern Virginia Family Services and nominated by the Northern Virginia Chamber of Commerce for Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Award.

EEO

B&A provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. B&A complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy covers conduct occurring at B&A’s offices, and other workplaces (including client sites) and all other locations where B&A is providing services, and to all work-related activities.

EEO is the Law

B&A participates in e-Verify. We provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s I-9 Form to confirm work authorization.