Leonardo DRS - Fitchburg, MA
posted 2 months ago
The Leonardo DRS Naval Power Systems business is a trusted provider of innovative naval gas and hybrid power systems, control technology, and support solutions for the U.S. Navy and navies around the world. DRS NPS has an immediate need for a Lead Steam Turbine Engineer to be responsible for the design, analysis, optimization, and qualification of assembly and individual critical components for high-performance steam turbines. The candidate will generate the optimal design of subcomponents including buckets, diaphragms, nozzles, etc., and ensure their collective performance when integrated as a turbine assembly. The use of modern computational turbomachinery design-oriented tools, supplemented by a comprehensive understanding of the first order and analytical models relevant to steam turbine design, will be critical to the success of this position. The candidate is expected to work independently, using judgment and discretion in making complex decisions. Along with providing individual contributions, the role is also responsible for leading multidisciplinary project teams of engineers, detailers, and drafters in a matrix organization in fulfilling program requirements. The technical nature of this position requires a collaborative and consultative role in program development and problem-solving with other technical disciplines. The role requires utilizing engineering experience to estimate, plan, and execute DoD and commercial projects ranging from less than $2M to over $150M. Critical to success in the role is the ability to break down and organize complicated technical challenges and inspire the engineering team to find innovative solutions to those challenges. Equally important is the ability to clearly document and present project status within the team, to project leadership, and to other functions including executive management. As part of regular activities, this role will have significant supplier and customer interaction. The ideal candidate is an individual possessing strong mechanical engineering technical skills and a working knowledge of thermodynamics, compressible fluid flow, and other design considerations for steam turbine rotating equipment. The ability to set a technical vision for a project, influence its adoption, and motivate the team are all key skillsets. This position is in-office or hybrid based out of DRS's Fitchburg, MA location.