NPS Sr. Research Development Engineer - 28662

HII is seeking a highly experienced Sr. Research Development Engineer to support the Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) Energy Academic Group in Monterey, CA. The selected candidate will serve as a senior technical contributor and research leader supporting advanced Mechanical and Systems Engineering initiatives focused on scientific research, technology innovation, operational energy, and emerging defense capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute advanced Mechanical and Systems Engineering research initiatives supporting defense and operational energy objectives
• Initiate, design, develop, implement, and manage scientific research projects involving complex engineering systems and emerging technologies
• Develop theories, analytical models, and engineering methodologies used to understand, characterize, and organize complex natural and engineered phenomena into systematic research applications
• Conduct applied research supporting potential new products, inventions, prototypes, and operational concepts
• Coordinate interdisciplinary research efforts among faculty, engineers, scientists, government agencies, laboratories, and industry partners
• Support intellectual property evaluations, invention disclosures, and development of patent applications associated with research outcomes
• Lead technical assessments, modeling efforts, experimentation, and systems analysis activities
• Prepare technical reports, white papers, briefings, publications, and research documentation for senior leadership and government sponsors
• Support proposal development, research planning, technology transition strategies, and program execution activities
• Provide technical mentorship and guidance to junior engineers, researchers, interns, and cross-functional project teams
• Participate in strategic planning efforts related to advanced energy systems, mechanical engineering applications, systems engineering integration, and operational capability development
• Interface with Department of Defense sponsors, academic institutions, warfare centers, and research organizations to align technical objectives and research priorities

Requirements:

• 15 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 13 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 10 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 19 years relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience leading scientific research and advanced engineering development initiatives
• Strong background in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, research methodologies, modeling and simulation, or advanced technology development
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Navy, federal laboratory, university, or research institution programs
• Knowledge of engineering analysis, systems integration, technology maturation, and research program execution
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary technical teams and research activities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver executive-level technical briefings and documentation
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced research and development environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance
• Experience supporting Navy or DoD operational energy, experimentation, or advanced capability development initiatives
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), digital engineering methodologies, or advanced systems integration concepts
• Experience with intellectual property development, patent support activities, or technology commercialization efforts
• Active DoD Secret Clearance
• PMP, INCOSE, or related technical/professional certifications desirable