•Citizenship is strictly required for this role in accordance with federal contract compliance standards. The Opportunity StaffRight Associates is recruiting for a premier aerospace and defense partner to identify a highly motivated Associate Ocean Engineer. This full-time, entry-level role offers an exceptional path to build foundational expertise while executing high-impact maritime initiatives. Working within a fast-paced research and development environment, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to engineer cutting-edge technologies, supported by hands-on mentorship from senior engineering leadership. What You ll Do Architect, design, and develop complex maritime systems throughout the entire product lifecycle, from initial concept to fabrication, testing, and long-term sustainment. Design and construct specialized oceanographic moorings as well as high-reliability subsea wet cables. Maintain, operate, and optimize unmanned platforms and oceanographic instrumentation for operational deployments. Author comprehensive technical procedures to guide production, assembly, integration, and sea testing protocols. Conduct pier-side and at-sea testing operations, traveling approximately 5% to 15% annually. Integrate lessons learned into future technical frameworks to continuously elevate system performance. Analyze complex datasets and generate clear diagnostic reports for key stakeholders, customers, and multidisciplinary teammates. What You Bring Bachelors Degree In Ocean Engineering or a closely related technical discipline. Proven Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering aptitude with strong troubleshooting capabilities. Proficiency in evaluating Mechanical Drawings and Electrical Schematics . Practical skills utilizing Hand Tools alongside Electrical Test Equipment (e.g., Digital Multimeters , Oscilloscopes , Function Generators , and Voltage Probes ). Hands-on experience performing Data Plotting , Data Analysis , and scripting using Python or MATLAB . Strong Technical Writing and Cross-Functional Communication skills. Preferred experience utilizing Altium , OrCAD , SolidWorks , CAD , or Linux Based Systems . Exposure to Subsea Cable Design , Offshore Rigging , Beamforming Localization , Acoustic Propagation Models , Soldering , or Electronics Assembly is highly desirable. Familiarity operating within Research And Development settings and agile, multidisciplinary teams.

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$100,000 - $140,000 Full relocation assistance package provided Top-tier health coverage and a generous 401(k) plan Joining StaffRight Associates When you partner with StaffRight Associates in your search for your next role, you re doing more than pursuing a job, you re aligning yourself with a team of experts committed to placing top-tier talent in truly impactful positions. We take pride in fostering professional growth and connecting forward-thinking individuals with organizations that value innovation and excellence. We look forward to showcasing your expertise in a way that resonates with our clients and opens the door to meaningful opportunities.