{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"d07f040f6a2aa3bc68306ffa","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d07f040f6a2aa3bc68306ffa","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/d07f040f6a2aa3bc68306ffa","title":"Civil/Structural Engineer","description":"Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers’ most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.\r\nJob Summary:\r\nNightwing is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil/Structural Engineer to join our research & development and mission support program. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled experienced engineer to join a highly talented muti-disciplinary team and contribute to cutting-edge technological advancements to an impactful program.\r\nJob Duties:\r\nAs a Structural Engineer at Nightwing, you will join a multidisciplinary team engaged in research and development and mission support. The core of this role centers on performing structural analyses and generating detailed designs, collaborating closely with civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering professionals to produce effective solutions. This position requires working with a range of materials, including composites, coordinating and executing materials testing, utilizing fundamental understanding of geotechnical engineering, and leveraging expertise in design codes and construction practices. Supporting project managers and team leads in coordinating internal and external resources and fostering customer relationships through effective communication are essential aspects. We empower our engineers to take ownership of their projects, encourage innovative thinking, cultivate an environment that rewards initiative, and value the drive to find solutions. You will foster innovation by researching and proposing enhancements to our structural design methodologies and take ownership of continuous improvement efforts. This position will provide support across various tasks, with opportunities for advancement into task leadership.\r\nRequired Qualifications:\r\nCandidate must possess an active TS/SCI CI POLY\r\nBachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical engineering or related discipline.\r\nMinimum of four (4) years of professional engineering experience.\r\nStrong background in structural analysis, design codes, materials testing, and construction practices.\r\nExperience with common structural design and analysis software such as RAM and IDEA StatiCA .\r\nStrong understanding of structural engineering principles and practices.\r\nBasic knowledge of soil mechanics tests and geotechnical engineering principles.\r\nExcellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.\r\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, collaborative team environment balancing often widely different project tasks and types.\r\nIndependently seek opportunities to improve existing processes and contribute to project efficiency.\r\nDemonstrated ability to take initiative in identifying and resolving complex engineering challenges, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.\r\nAbility to deliver timely solutions for tight project deadlines.\r\nAbility to perform physical tasks as required for benchtop and representative environment evaluations. Tasks may include lifting 50 pounds.\r\nAbility to travel to temporary assignments outside of the greater Washington DC Metropolitan area. TravelDesired Qualifications:\r\nMaster’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline.\r\nProfessional Engineer (PE)\r\nStructural Engineer (SE) license\r\n5 to 10 years of professional structural design experience\r\nConstruction experience including excavation, earthwork and/or foundation construction.\r\nExperience working with composite materials.\r\nExperience in project management.\r\nExperience with research and development projects.\r\nU.S. Citizenship is required for this position, and it requires the ability to obtain and retain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance with a successful Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph. ”\r\nAt Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.\r\nNightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.\r\nJob Summary:\r\nNightwing is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Civil/Structural Engineer to join our research & development and mission support program. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled experienced engineer to join a highly talented muti-disciplinary team and contribute to cutting-edge technological advancements to an impactful program.\r\nJob Duties:\r\nAs a Structural Engineer at Nightwing, you will join a multidisciplinary team engaged in research and development and mission support. The core of this role centers on performing structural analyses and generating detailed designs, collaborating closely with civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering professionals to produce effective solutions. This position requires working with a range of materials, including composites, coordinating and executing materials testing, utilizing fundamental understanding of geotechnical engineering, and leveraging expertise in design codes and construction practices. Supporting project managers and team leads in coordinating internal and external resources and fostering customer relationships through effective communication are essential aspects. We empower our engineers to take ownership of their projects, encourage innovative thinking, cultivate an environment that rewards initiative, and value the drive to find solutions. 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This position will provide support across various tasks, with opportunities for advancement into task leadership.\r\nRequired Qualifications:\r\nCandidate must possess an active TS/SCI CI POLY\r\nBachelor’s degree in civil, mechanical engineering or related discipline.\r\nMinimum of four (4) years of professional engineering experience.\r\nStrong background in structural analysis, design codes, materials testing, and construction practices.\r\nExperience with common structural design and analysis software such as RAM and IDEA StatiCA .\r\nStrong understanding of structural engineering principles and practices.\r\nBasic knowledge of soil mechanics tests and geotechnical engineering principles.\r\nExcellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.\r\nAbility to work in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary, collaborative team environment balancing often widely different project tasks and types.\r\nIndependently seek opportunities to improve existing processes and contribute to project efficiency.\r\nDemonstrated ability to take initiative in identifying and resolving complex engineering challenges, with a proactive and results-oriented approach.\r\nAbility to deliver timely solutions for tight project deadlines.\r\nAbility to perform physical tasks as required for benchtop and representative environment evaluations. Tasks may include lifting 50 pounds.\r\nAbility to travel to temporary assignments outside of the greater Washington DC Metropolitan area. TravelDesired Qualifications:\r\nMaster’s degree in civil engineering or related discipline.\r\nProfessional Engineer (PE)\r\nStructural Engineer (SE) license\r\n5 to 10 years of professional structural design experience\r\nConstruction experience including excavation, earthwork and/or foundation construction.\r\nExperience working with composite materials.\r\nExperience in project management.\r\nExperience with research and development projects.\r\nU.S. Citizenship is required for this position, and it requires the ability to obtain and retain a U.S. Top Secret Clearance with a successful Counterintelligence (CI) polygraph. ”\r\nAt Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.\r\nNightwing is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 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