Program Engineer

Austal USA is seeking a Program Engineer to lead and coordinate engineering activities for our Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS) and Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) programs. In this role, you will oversee all program-related engineering functions, ensuring technical execution aligns with program objectives, schedules, and quality standards. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including design, production, and project management—to drive innovation, resolve technical issues, and deliver mission-critical vessels that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Austal USA is recognized for its advancements in naval ship design and construction, presenting distinctive opportunities for team members to participate in influential initiatives shaping the maritime sector now and in the future. With a heritage rooted in innovation, Austal USA has been instrumental in propelling naval technology forward through sophisticated design, engineering, and delivery of Littoral Combat Ships (LCS), Expeditionary Fast Transport (EPF) to the recently awarded Offshore Patrol Cutter (OPC), Expeditionary Medical Ship (EMS), and the T-AGOS ocean surveillance vessels. What sets Austal USA apart is our commitment to innovation and our dedication to building the best ships for the United States Navy and the United States Coast Guard. We actively cultivate a culture fueled by intellectual curiosity and diverse perspectives, where every team member is integral to delivering cutting-edge solutions.

REPORTS TO:  Engineering Director with dotted line report to Program Manager

SUPERVISES:  Oversees all Program related Engineering Activities

AUTHORITIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for organizing engineering team to meet program technical, schedule and cost requirements

• Responsible for technical relationships with customer and Program Office

• Is single point of technical contact on the program

•  Support the Estimating Business System initiative in response to RFP or RFQ requirements to ensure Basis of Estimates are in accordance with DFARs Cost Estimating System Requirements.

• Act as a Compliance Champion for the organization and work to promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

• Monitoring for changes in, and making recommendations for improvements to comply with laws, rules, regulations, and policies that govern business activities in your department or subject area.

• Assist in compliance risk assessments and risk reporting in accordance with the Company’s risk assessment program.

• Developing, providing, and documenting compliance training, as applicable.

• Compliance monitoring, surveillance, and auditing efforts, and assisting in investigations of suspected compliance violations.

QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE:

General:

• Successful completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

• Minimum 10 years of shipyard design and construction experience

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Understanding of scheduling and an ability to adhere to strict deadlines

• Experienced in interacting with Production, multiple design teams from several companies, customer representatives and equipment manufacturers.

• Computer literate and familiar with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office products.

• Working knowledge of ship and propulsion systems

• Working knowledge of ship structures

• Working knowledge of Maritime Regulatory Authorities (i.e. ABS, DNV, GL, NAVSEA, MIL, USCG, IMO, etc.)

TOOLS:

• Computer – MS Office, AutoCAD

DIRECTION EXERCISED:

• Will coordinate the work of Engineers, Designers and Draftspersons assigned to the Program

• Will determine technical adequacy of drawings and calculations

DISCRETION EXERCISED:

• Will provide input to evaluations of Engineers, Designers and Draftspersons

• Has authority to direct, evaluate and correct the work of Engineers, Designers and Draftspersons

LIAISES WITH:  Engineers, Designers, Draftspersons, Production Personnel, Customer, Regulatory Bodies, Program Management and Equipment Suppli