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Designer, 1st & 2nd Class

Brunswick, ME, US
Full Time On-site

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Designer, 1st & 2nd Class

US-ME-Brunswick

Req ID: 2026-5082
Type: Regular Full-Time
Remaining Positions: 2
Post End Date: 4/5/2026
Category: Engineering
Salary Grade: BMDA
Shift: 1st

Overview

BIW is hiring Marine Designers at the following levels:

  • 1st Class Designer: $30.02/Hr. - $35.57/Hr.
  • 2nd Class Designer: $26.71/Hr. - $28.81/Hr.

Designers perform a variety of work including:

  • Perform marine design activities that include, but are not limited to, 3D modeling & visualization.
  • Resolution of design-related problems encountered during ship construction that will involve occasional ship-checking.
  • Development of ship alteration drawings for repair/alteration of ships in the fleet.
  • Electronic drafting of installation & fabrication drawings.
  • Extraction of computer-aided manufacturing data.
  • Proficient in original work of a creative/innovative nature, complex problem solving, or the review/check of other employee's work.

Designer Benefits package includes:

  • Annual wage and promotion increases
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Vacation/Sick time options
  • 401k matching.
  • Future work-from-home opportunities


Responsibilities

Required:

  • Excellent computer skills (e.g., demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office tools) required.
  • Demonstrated Proficiency in AutoCAD, CATIA, Solid Works, or other Similar 2-D or 3-D CAD Software Required.
  • Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical procedures, standards, and work instructions is required.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred:

  • Ability to perform ship checks through visits to the physical construction products on the waterfront or in fabrication facilities, as well as ability to travel to ship homeports on occasion.
  • Knowledge in extraction of computer aided manufacturing data - CAD/CAM, MasterCAM, 5Axis, G-Code.


Qualifications

1st Class Required:

  • Minimum of seven (7) years marine design or technically related design experience required, OR
  • Bachelors degree in a related technical field (Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture), with (4) years design experience required, OR
  • Associate/ Vocational School degree with six (6) years design experience required.
  • 3D CAD and/or AutoCAD proficiency.
  • Proficiency in one of the following disciplines: Loft, Structural, Electrical, Pipe, Ventilation, or Hull Outfit.

2nd Class Required:

  • Minimum of four (4) years design experience, OR
  • Bachelors degree in a related technical field (Engineering, Engineering Technology, Architecture), OR
  • Associate/ Vocational School degree with two (2) years design experience, required.
  • 3D CAD or AutoCAD proficiency.

Preferred:

  • Experience with installation and fabrication drawings is highly desirable.
  • Familiar with ship specifications as related to design requirements is highly desirable.




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General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.

We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.

Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.