Engineering Jobs in Springfield Windsor County, VT
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PilotCBP Air Interdiction Agent
NEW RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INCENTIVES!
Air and Marine Operations (AMO), a component of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), offers skilled Pilots interested in law enforcement an opportunity to work with an elite team of highly trained professionals whose camaraderie, pride, and purpose are hallmarks of their daily mission to protect America.
If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career with excellent pay, exceptional federal benefits and job stability, now is the time to make your move: become an Air Interdiction Agent. AMO is actively recruiting for these full-time security-based opportunities with a streamlined application process. Notably, seasoned pilots and those with military training are in demandAPPLY TODAY!
DONT FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE INCENTIVES SEE SALARY SECTION BELOW!
Duty Locations
Locations are offered based on operational requirements, mission requirements, and critical agency hiring needs as determined by AMO. You must be willing to work at any duty location within the region you select to include but not limited to the following:
Southeast Region:Homestead, FL and CAMB:Aguadilla, PR
Southwest Region: Tucson and Yuma, AZ; San Diego, CA; El Paso, Laredo, and McAllen, TX
NASOC UAS locations:Sierra Vista, AZ; San Angelo, TX
Duties and Responsibilities
As an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) you will perform aviation-based law enforcement operations for the detection, prevention, interdiction, and apprehension of terrorists, terrorist weapons, and other contraband and persons from illegally entering or attacking the United States. Typical duties include:
- Conducting air patrol, surveillance, and pursuit activities related to the interdiction of smuggled contraband via land vehicles, aircraft, or vessels.
- Monitoring behavior patterns and activities of suspect persons, vehicles, or vessels believed to be engaged in illegal activities.
- Collecting, refining, and analyzing strategic and tactical intelligence.
- Supporting search and rescue and humanitarian efforts.
Salary and Benefits
Begin your career as an Air Interdiction Agent (AIA) and make up to $85,270 to - $110,846 per year based on your qualifications for the GS-11 grade level and possible extra compensation based on your duty location (see below).
Recruitment Incentive:New hires may be eligible to receive a one-time Recruitment Incentive payout of $10,000 after completing Federal Law Enforcement Training Academy (FLETC) (1 year service agreement will need to be completed) (Recruitment Incentive is only available to new Federal employees as described in 5 CFR 575.102. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.)
Your starting salary will include Special Salary Rate (SSR); Law Enforcement Availability Pay (LEAP); Recruitment Incentive; and Retention Incentive.
This career ladder position has a grade level progression of GS-11, GS-12, and GS-13. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level automatically (without re-applying) once you complete 52 weeks at each grade level (with supervisor approval).
Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive LEAP (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP).
- GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $106,588
- GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $127,754
- GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $151,918
Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 10% Retention Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 10% Retention Incentive UAS Sites: Sierra Vista, AZ; Grand Forks, ND; San Angelo, TX).
- GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $115,115
- GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $137,974
- GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $164,071
Example of annual compensation for the first three years at our new-hire locations which are currently authorized to receive a 25% Recruitment Incentive (amounts below include the SSR + LEAP + 25% Recruitment Incentive CAMB location only; Aguadilla, PR).
- GS-11, 1st year annual pay - $127,906
- GS-12, 2nd year annual pay - $153,305
- GS-13, 3rd year annual pay - $182,302
Retention Incentive: Retention Incentive is contingent on eligibility. Eligibility will be determined by Human Resources.
- RI: Retention Incentive (25% for UAS Sites, Sierra Vista, AZ, Grand Forks, ND, San Angelo, TX)
- RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Key West, FL)
RI: Retention Incentive (25% for Caribbean Air and Marine Branch (CAMB) and subordinate locations)
Air Interdiction Agents are eligible to select from an array of federal employment benefits that include health, dental and other insurance plans, a generous annual and sick leave program, and participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, a retirement plan akin to a traditional and ROTH 401(k) offering.
Qualifications
Experience:You qualify for the GS-11 grade level if you possess one (1) year of specialized professional aviation experience performing duties such as:
- Flying as a Pilot-in-Command or sole manipulator in an airplane and helicopter in all environments of flight, including night, poor weather, unfavorable terrain, low altitudes, or speed.
- Evaluating information rapidly and making judicious decisions promptly during in-flight operations.
- Developing strategies and coordinating aircraft and ground assets.
- Using information systems and databases to conduct information surveys, queries, update files and disseminate information.
- Experience may include Operation of an aircraft as Captain, Pilot in Command, Aircraft Commander, First Officer, Certified Flight Instructor, Second in Command, or Co-pilot.
Hiring Minimums:
Certification & Ratings: A current FAA Commercial or ATP Pilot Certification with one of the following ratings:
- Dual Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument rating AND Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
- Airplane Rated: Airplane (Single-engine land or multi-engine land) with instrument.
- Helicopter Rated: Rotorcraft Helicopter with instrument rating.
- Equivalent military rating of the above at the time of application (eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot).
Flight Hours: Pilot Enter on Duty minimums are 1500 flight hours; (up to 500 hours can be waived, reducing the pilot enter on duty minimums to 1000 hours.
250 Pilot-in-Command hours; 75 Instrument hours; 75 Night hours (Flight Hour Waiver available, see Required Documents); and 100 Flight hours in the last 12 months This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 5, 2025.
FAA Class 2 medical required for assessment dated within the last 12 calendar months; FAA Class 1, FAA Class 2 or Military medical flight clearance dated within the last 12 months qualifies to start the pre-employment process for the AIA position.
Apply at 750 hours total time: Applicants applying at 750 flight hours are required to obtain at least 1,000 flight hours (depending on the number of hours approved for a waiver) at their own expense before being able to attend the 3-part flight assessment. Applicants must still meet 250 Pilot-in-Command, 75 instrument, and 75-night hours (100 flight hours in the last 12 months. This qualification requirement is currently being waived by OPM through August 4, 2026)
UAS Flight Hours:Applicants may include UAS Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) flight hours and Predator A (MQ-1), Predator B (MQ-9) or predator-based flight hours. These hours may be credited towards satisfying the ""Total flight time"" 1,500 flight hour requirement only. UAS hours do not count towards the 250 flight hours as a Pilot in Command, 75 flight hours Instrument, and 75 flight hours Night. Flight hour logbooks will be required at the time of your Flight Assessment for verification.
Other Requirements
Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this position.
Residency: You must have had primary U.S. residency (includes protectorates as declared under international law) for at least three of the last five years.
Age Requirement: Provisions of Public Laws 93-350 and 100-238 allow the imposition of a maximum age for initial appointment to a primary Law Enforcement Officer position within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). In accordance with DHS Management Directive 251-03, the ""day before an individual's 37th birthday"" is the maximum age for original appointment to a position as a primary law enforcement officer within DHS. The age requirement is also necessary to ensure that you are able to complete the 20 years of applicable service for retirement.
NOTE: The Commissioner of CBP has approved a temporary increase in the maximum allowable age to 40 for original placement into an Air Interdiction Agent position.
Age Waiver: Creditable law enforcement officer service -Covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d), or creditable service covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8401(36) (as a Customs and Border Protection Officer) on or after July 6, 2008, may be applied toward the maximum age requirement. This age restriction may not apply if you are currently serving in a federal civilian (not military) law enforcement position covered by Title 5 U.S.C. 8336(c) or Title 5 U.S.C. 8412(d).
Veterans' Preference Eligibility: To ensure compliance with statutes pertaining to the appointment of preference eligible veterans as determined by the Merit Systems Protection Board in its decisionIsabellav.Dept of State,the maximum age for original appointment articulated above shall not apply to the hiring of individuals entitled to veterans' preference eligibility under 5 U.S.C. 3312. You must submit proof of Veteran's Preference (DD-214 Member 4 Copy) at the time of application.
Training:This position has a training requirement. You may be required to successfully complete the training requirement as a condition of employment. Failure to successfully complete the required course(s) of training in accordance with CBP standards and policies will result in placement into either a former or different position, demotion, or separation as determined by management and appropriate procedures.
Travel Required: You may be expected to travel for this position based on operational needs.
How to Apply
There Are Three Ways to Apply to Become an Air Interdiction Agent:
- Fill out theAir Interdiction Agent applicant checklistand email it to a recruiter at along with a copy of your resume; OR
- Apply onUSAJOBS;OR
- Apply onAirline Apps.
Stay Updated Opt into CBPs talent repository (highly recommended) by selecting the Contact a Recruiter button. For Position of Interest select Air and Marine Operations, Air Interdiction Agent, then complete the pre-screening questions. Youll receive monthly emails with information about webinars, career expos, and future opportunities with AMO and CBP.
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Mikros Technologies liquid cooling systems are deployed servers in large AI data centers and help to increase the energy efficiency of these sites. We also make active liquid cooling systems that are utilized in semiconductor test equipment for providing fast thermal control to maintain a constant temperature under a varying heat load.
* This is an onsite role in Claremont, NH.
* Relocation assistance available.
* Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
What will you do?
* Ability to provide design and engineering drawing services as required to support our manufacturing processes and integration of our products into the end user's equipment.
* Design and analysis of cooling systems such as cold plates, manifolds, and fluidic couplings.
* Analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility and cost of designs or applications.
* Research, design, validate, and analyze machined parts and other components of structural and mechanical systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
* Compute and estimate loadings on structural members.
* Provide technical input to identify and mitigate project risks that may impact project plans and schedules
* CAD model development, and design data package development completing finite element analysis techniques for stress and structural dynamics using ProE CREO, SolidWorks or other CAD software
* Review CAD/Technical Data Packages to determine and validate mechanical design requirements for components and their functions within a system environment
* Evaluate/optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, conferring with equipment vendors, and soliciting observations from the production team
* Adept at creating detailed mechanical design of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration
* Capable of creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for release to manufacturing
* Conduct root cause investigation to troubleshoot complex mechanical design and material issues that arise through testing and engineering development
* Draft and contribute to test plans and specifications
* Perform tests, debug, and validation of mechanical systems and support manufacturing processes
* Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors and contract manufacturers
* Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive and cost-effective designs
* Work with your manager to propose potential R&D project ideas to enhance competency areas
* Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
* May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree in engineering or higher is preferred
Experience:
* 5 years of design engineering experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education
* Thermal design and analysis
* Design for manufacturing and GD&T experience
* Mechanical (statics) and fluid analysis
* Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) experience
* Ability to design, build, and test prototypes. Test experience should
* 3D CAD experience (e.g. SolidWorks)
* Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
* Strong communication and teamwork abilities
* Alternatively, a suitable combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
* Able to work independently with minimal oversight
* Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
* Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
* Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
* Comfortable working as part of a global team
* Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
* Able to mentor less experienced engineers
* Able to work from first principles in engineering analysis.
What can Jabil offer you?
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
* Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
* 401K Match
* Employee Stock Purchase Plan
* Paid Time Off
* Tuition Reimbursement
* Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
* Commuter Benefits
* Employee Assistance Program
* Pet Insurance
* Adoption Assistance
* Annual Merit Increases
* Community Volunteer Opportunities
Apply Today!
Mikros Technologies liquid cooling systems are deployed servers in large AI data centers and help to increase the energy efficiency of these sites. We also make active liquid cooling systems that are utilized in semiconductor test equipment for providing fast thermal control to maintain a constant temperature under a varying heat load.
- This is an onsite role in Claremont, NH.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
What will you do?
- Ability to provide design and engineering drawing services as required to support our manufacturing processes and integration of our products into the end user’s equipment.
- Design and analysis of cooling systems such as cold plates, manifolds, and fluidic couplings.
- Analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility and cost of designs or applications.
- Research, design, validate, and analyze machined parts and other components of structural and mechanical systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
- Compute and estimate loadings on structural members.
- Provide technical input to identify and mitigate project risks that may impact project plans and schedules
- CAD model development, and design data package development completing finite element analysis techniques for stress and structural dynamics using ProE CREO, SolidWorks or other CAD software
- Review CAD/Technical Data Packages to determine and validate mechanical design requirements for components and their functions within a system environment
- Evaluate/optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, conferring with equipment vendors, and soliciting observations from the production team
- Adept at creating detailed mechanical design of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration
- Capable of creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for release to manufacturing
- Conduct root cause investigation to troubleshoot complex mechanical design and material issues that arise through testing and engineering development
- Draft and contribute to test plans and specifications
- Perform tests, debug, and validation of mechanical systems and support manufacturing processes
- Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors and contract manufacturers
- Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive and cost-effective designs
- Work with your manager to propose potential R&D project ideas to enhance competency areas
- Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree in engineering or higher is preferred
Experience:
- 5 years of design engineering experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education
- Thermal design and analysis
- Design for manufacturing and GD&T experience
- Mechanical (statics) and fluid analysis
- Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) experience
- Ability to design, build, and test prototypes. Test experience should
- 3D CAD experience (e.g. SolidWorks)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Alternatively, a suitable combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight
- Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
- Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
- Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
- Comfortable working as part of a global team
- Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
- Able to mentor less experienced engineers
- Able to work from first principles in engineering analysis.
What can Jabil offer you?
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
Apply Today!
Mikros Technologies liquid cooling systems are deployed servers in large AI data centers and help to increase the energy efficiency of these sites. We also make active liquid cooling systems that are utilized in semiconductor test equipment for providing fast thermal control to maintain a constant temperature under a varying heat load.
- This is an onsite role in Claremont, NH.
- Relocation assistance available.
- Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
What will you do?
- Ability to provide design and engineering drawing services as required to support our manufacturing processes and integration of our products into the end user’s equipment.
- Design and analysis of cooling systems such as cold plates, manifolds, and fluidic couplings.
- Analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility and cost of designs or applications.
- Research, design, validate, and analyze machined parts and other components of structural and mechanical systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
- Compute and estimate loadings on structural members.
- Provide technical input to identify and mitigate project risks that may impact project plans and schedules
- CAD model development, and design data package development completing finite element analysis techniques for stress and structural dynamics using ProE CREO, SolidWorks or other CAD software
- Review CAD/Technical Data Packages to determine and validate mechanical design requirements for components and their functions within a system environment
- Evaluate/optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, conferring with equipment vendors, and soliciting observations from the production team
- Adept at creating detailed mechanical design of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration
- Capable of creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for release to manufacturing
- Conduct root cause investigation to troubleshoot complex mechanical design and material issues that arise through testing and engineering development
- Draft and contribute to test plans and specifications
- Perform tests, debug, and validation of mechanical systems and support manufacturing processes
- Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors and contract manufacturers
- Keep updated with the latest technologies and methods to ensure competitive and cost-effective designs
- Work with your manager to propose potential R&D project ideas to enhance competency areas
- Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
- May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
How will you get here?
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree in engineering or higher is preferred
Experience:
- 5 years of design engineering experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education
- Thermal design and analysis
- Design for manufacturing and GD&T experience
- Mechanical (statics) and fluid analysis
- Computational fluid dynamics (CFD) experience
- Ability to design, build, and test prototypes. Test experience should
- 3D CAD experience (e.g. SolidWorks)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and teamwork abilities
- Alternatively, a suitable combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
- Able to work independently with minimal oversight
- Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
- Effective at presenting information and responding to management, clients, and public queries
- Capable of influencing others and sharing best practices
- Comfortable working as part of a global team
- Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
- Able to mentor less experienced engineers
- Able to work from first principles in engineering analysis.
What can Jabil offer you?
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
- 401K Match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Pet Insurance
- Adoption Assistance
- Annual Merit Increases
- Community Volunteer Opportunities
Apply Today!
Mikros Technologies liquid cooling systems are deployed servers in large AI data centers and help to increase the energy efficiency of these sites. We also make active liquid cooling systems that are utilized in semiconductor test equipment for providing fast thermal control to maintain a constant temperature under a varying heat load.
Relocation assistance available.
Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.
Ability to provide design and engineering drawing services as required to support our manufacturing processes and integration of our products into the end user’s equipment.
Design and analysis of cooling systems such as cold plates, manifolds, and fluidic couplings.
Analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility and cost of designs or applications.
Research, design, validate, and analyze machined parts and other components of structural and mechanical systems and processes to meet requirements, applying knowledge of engineering principles.
Provide technical input to identify and mitigate project risks that may impact project plans and schedules
CAD model development, and design data package development completing finite element analysis techniques for stress and structural dynamics using ProE CREO, SolidWorks or other CAD software
Review CAD/Technical Data Packages to determine and validate mechanical design requirements for components and their functions within a system environment
Evaluate/optimize manufacturing assembly processes by designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment, conferring with equipment vendors, and soliciting observations from the production team
Adept at creating detailed mechanical design of components, sub-assemblies, and system integration
Capable of creating a Bill of Materials (BOM) for release to manufacturing
Conduct root cause investigation to troubleshoot complex mechanical design and material issues that arise through testing and engineering development
Draft and contribute to test plans and specifications
Perform tests, debug, and validation of mechanical systems and support manufacturing processes
Manage relationships with mechanical component vendors and contract manufacturers
Work with your manager to propose potential R&D project ideas to enhance competency areas
Discuss with management and production staff to assess engineering feasibility and cost-effectiveness
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field. A Master’s degree in engineering or higher is preferred
5 years of design engineering experience or an equivalent combination of experience and education
~ Thermal design and analysis
~ Design for manufacturing and GD&T experience
~ Mechanical (statics) and fluid analysis
~ Ability to design, build, and test prototypes. 3D CAD experience (e.g. SolidWorks)
~ Alternatively, a suitable combination of education, experience, and/or training may be considered
Creative, self-motivated, accountable, and team-oriented
Skilled in writing reports, business correspondence, and procedural guides
Capable of assessing projects, articulating risks, and developing project milestones
Able to work from first principles in engineering analysis.
Along with growth, stability, and the opportunity to be challenged, Jabil offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
~ Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Insurance with HRA and HSA options
~Employee Stock Purchase Plan
~ Tuition Reimbursement
~ Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance
~ Employee Assistance Program
~ Community Volunteer Opportunities
Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
