TRIDENT MARITIME SYSTEMS
Pascagoula, Mississippi
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Automation Systems Engineer Department : Engineering Location : Pascagoula, MS Summary The Automation Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support of marine automation and control systems in accordance with customer requirements and applicable maritime rules/standards. This role produces complete functional, physical, and electrical designs including schematics and interconnects for control consoles, remote I/O enclosures, generator controls, and associated equipment. The engineer develops PLC software and configuration, supports system testing/commissioning, and produces technical documentation including manuals and test procedures. Key Responsibilities Develop marine automation and controls system designs from requirements through final release (functional, physical, electrical). Create electrical design packages including: Control console schematics and wiring diagrams Remote I/O enclosure layouts and wiring Generator control and power management control schematics (as applicable) Interconnect diagrams and cable schedules Functional diagrams (block diagrams, loop diagrams, network architecture diagrams, cause & effect) Select components and create BOMs suitable for marine environments (shock/vibration, corrosion considerations, certifications where required). Program and configure control systems including PLC logic, HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, trends, and data logging. Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks and communications (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet, CAN, serial). Develop system I/O lists, control narratives, cause & effect matrices, and alarm management philosophy. Produce technical documentation: operating manuals, maintenance manuals, software documentation, and as-built packages. Author test procedures and execute/support: FAT, HAT (if applicable), SAT, dock trials, and sea trials. Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and resolution of system issues in collaboration with production, service, shipyard, and customer teams. Ensure designs comply with customer specs and applicable maritime rules and requirements, including (as applicable): USCG regulations and guidance (e.g., marine electrical/automation expectations, inspection support) ABS, DNV classification rules for marine automation, power, and control systems Relevant IEC/IEEE marine electrical practices and internal engineering standards Participate in design reviews, schedule tracking, risk identification/mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Interface with customers, shipyards, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders to clarify requirements and drive on-time execution. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university or college (Master's level or higher preferred) 3+ years of automation/control systems experience in the maritime industry (shipboard systems, shipyards, integrators, marine OEMs, or class-regulated industrial environments). Working familiarity with USCG, ABS, and DNV rules/requirements applicable to marine automation and electrical/control systems (and ability to design/document accordingly). Strong experience with electrical schematic design tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent). PLC programming experience (one or more: Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Schneider, Beckhoff, WAGO, etc.). Hands-on understanding of control panel design, wiring practices, grounding/shielding, EMC/EMI considerations, and I/O integration. Experience developing test procedures and supporting FAT/SAT and commissioning activities. Strong troubleshooting skills with a structured, safety-focused approach; ability to work effectively in shipyard/shipboard environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience with shipboard integrated automation, power management, generator controls, propulsion-adjacent controls, and remote monitoring. Familiarity with other maritime standards and requirements (as applicable): IEC 60092 series, IEEE 45/1580, and customer specs. Experience producing class/submittal packages and responding to class comments/IRNs. Industrial cybersecurity familiarity for control systems (segmentation, account management, backups, patching, logging). Field commissioning/sea trial experience and comfort supporting operational testing. Work Authorization / Other Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (US Citizen) Ability to pass background screening as required by customer programs. Physical Demands/ Travel Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Ability to work in production, shipyard, and shipboard environments (PPE, ladders, confined spaces as applicable). Travel up to 10-15% (project dependent) for FAT/SAT, shipyard support, and sea trials. Work Environment Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary. Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Automation Systems Engineer Department : Engineering Location : Pascagoula, MS Summary The Automation Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, development, integration, and support of marine automation and control systems in accordance with customer requirements and applicable maritime rules/standards. This role produces complete functional, physical, and electrical designs including schematics and interconnects for control consoles, remote I/O enclosures, generator controls, and associated equipment. The engineer develops PLC software and configuration, supports system testing/commissioning, and produces technical documentation including manuals and test procedures. Key Responsibilities Develop marine automation and controls system designs from requirements through final release (functional, physical, electrical). Create electrical design packages including: Control console schematics and wiring diagrams Remote I/O enclosure layouts and wiring Generator control and power management control schematics (as applicable) Interconnect diagrams and cable schedules Functional diagrams (block diagrams, loop diagrams, network architecture diagrams, cause & effect) Select components and create BOMs suitable for marine environments (shock/vibration, corrosion considerations, certifications where required). Program and configure control systems including PLC logic, HMI/SCADA screens, alarms, trends, and data logging. Configure and troubleshoot industrial networks and communications (e.g., Ethernet/IP, Modbus TCP/RTU, Profinet, CAN, serial). Develop system I/O lists, control narratives, cause & effect matrices, and alarm management philosophy. Produce technical documentation: operating manuals, maintenance manuals, software documentation, and as-built packages. Author test procedures and execute/support: FAT, HAT (if applicable), SAT, dock trials, and sea trials. Support commissioning, troubleshooting, and resolution of system issues in collaboration with production, service, shipyard, and customer teams. Ensure designs comply with customer specs and applicable maritime rules and requirements, including (as applicable): USCG regulations and guidance (e.g., marine electrical/automation expectations, inspection support) ABS, DNV classification rules for marine automation, power, and control systems Relevant IEC/IEEE marine electrical practices and internal engineering standards Participate in design reviews, schedule tracking, risk identification/mitigation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Interface with customers, shipyards, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders to clarify requirements and drive on-time execution. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Controls Engineering, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering from an accredited university or college (Master's level or higher preferred) 3+ years of automation/control systems experience in the maritime industry (shipboard systems, shipyards, integrators, marine OEMs, or class-regulated industrial environments). Working familiarity with USCG, ABS, and DNV rules/requirements applicable to marine automation and electrical/control systems (and ability to design/document accordingly). Strong experience with electrical schematic design tools (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, or equivalent). PLC programming experience (one or more: Siemens, Allen-Bradley/Rockwell, Schneider, Beckhoff, WAGO, etc.). Hands-on understanding of control panel design, wiring practices, grounding/shielding, EMC/EMI considerations, and I/O integration. Experience developing test procedures and supporting FAT/SAT and commissioning activities. Strong troubleshooting skills with a structured, safety-focused approach; ability to work effectively in shipyard/shipboard environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience with shipboard integrated automation, power management, generator controls, propulsion-adjacent controls, and remote monitoring. Familiarity with other maritime standards and requirements (as applicable): IEC 60092 series, IEEE 45/1580, and customer specs. Experience producing class/submittal packages and responding to class comments/IRNs. Industrial cybersecurity familiarity for control systems (segmentation, account management, backups, patching, logging). Field commissioning/sea trial experience and comfort supporting operational testing. Work Authorization / Other Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (US Citizen) Ability to pass background screening as required by customer programs. Physical Demands/ Travel Requirements Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Ability to work in production, shipyard, and shipboard environments (PPE, ladders, confined spaces as applicable). Travel up to 10-15% (project dependent) for FAT/SAT, shipyard support, and sea trials. Work Environment Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary. Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.
TRIDENT MARITIME SYSTEMS
Arlington, Virginia
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Analytics Solutions Engineer Department: Information Operations Location: Arlington, VA or San Diego, CA Summary Information Operations aims to deliver meaningful capability, technical support, and innovative solutions to Trident and support the enterprise in achieving business strategic goals and objectives. As part of the Information Operations team, the AI & Analytics Solutions Engineer, designs, builds, and deploys intelligent systems that enhance operational efficiency, automate decision making, and unlock new capabilities across the organization. This role blends software engineering, machine learning, and analytics to develop production-ready AI and analytics solutions. In our environment, this may include solutions related to corporate finance, predictive maintenance, defect detection, and process optimization. Responsibilities Provide day to day functional support for deployed AI and analytics solutions Maintain knowledge of emerging AI technologies and solutions compatible with a government tenant Monitor and troubleshoot tickets related to AI and analytics solutions Collaborate with the business to define, design, and deploy use cases leveraging AI and analytics solutions Build and maintain AI governance frameworks Work with third-party vendors as applicable to support on-going projects Qualifications Strong programming skills in Python and SQL Experience with machine learning model development, including supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning techniques Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure) and GPU accelerated computing Experience integrating AI models with enterprise systems, APIs, or edge devices Experience with M365 Copilot deployment and Copilot Studio Experience using Microsoft's Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI, etc.) Hands on experience with ML Ops tools (ML flow, Kubeflow, Airflow, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines) Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices Strong problem-solving mindset and curiosity Ability to translate ambiguous business needs into technical solutions Comfortable working in fast-paced, iterative environments Clear communication with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders Understanding of AI governance, model monitoring, and responsible AI practices Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field 3-5+ years of experience building and deploying machine learning or AI systems Eligible to work within government tenants (GCC, GCCH) and with FEDRAMP compliant solutions Certifications in MS Azure, Dev Ops, Analytics, and AI NICE TO HAVE Education and/or Experience Master's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience Experience working in government tenants (GCC, GCCH) and with FEDRAMP compliant solutions Experience working in navy, shipbuilding, or related domains Advanced programming skills in Python (e.g.,Py Torch, TensorFlow, scikit learn, Fast API) Background in industrial automation, robotics, or IoT sensor data Experience building digital twins, simulation models, or optimization algorithms Familiarity with data engineering tools (Spark, Databricks, Kafka) Knowledge of DevOps and infrastructure as code Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary. Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Analytics Solutions Engineer Department: Information Operations Location: Arlington, VA or San Diego, CA Summary Information Operations aims to deliver meaningful capability, technical support, and innovative solutions to Trident and support the enterprise in achieving business strategic goals and objectives. As part of the Information Operations team, the AI & Analytics Solutions Engineer, designs, builds, and deploys intelligent systems that enhance operational efficiency, automate decision making, and unlock new capabilities across the organization. This role blends software engineering, machine learning, and analytics to develop production-ready AI and analytics solutions. In our environment, this may include solutions related to corporate finance, predictive maintenance, defect detection, and process optimization. Responsibilities Provide day to day functional support for deployed AI and analytics solutions Maintain knowledge of emerging AI technologies and solutions compatible with a government tenant Monitor and troubleshoot tickets related to AI and analytics solutions Collaborate with the business to define, design, and deploy use cases leveraging AI and analytics solutions Build and maintain AI governance frameworks Work with third-party vendors as applicable to support on-going projects Qualifications Strong programming skills in Python and SQL Experience with machine learning model development, including supervised, unsupervised, and deep learning techniques Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g. Azure) and GPU accelerated computing Experience integrating AI models with enterprise systems, APIs, or edge devices Experience with M365 Copilot deployment and Copilot Studio Experience using Microsoft's Power Platform (Power Automate, Power BI, etc.) Hands on experience with ML Ops tools (ML flow, Kubeflow, Airflow, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines) Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software engineering best practices Strong problem-solving mindset and curiosity Ability to translate ambiguous business needs into technical solutions Comfortable working in fast-paced, iterative environments Clear communication with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders Understanding of AI governance, model monitoring, and responsible AI practices Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Data Science, Mathematics, or a related technical field 3-5+ years of experience building and deploying machine learning or AI systems Eligible to work within government tenants (GCC, GCCH) and with FEDRAMP compliant solutions Certifications in MS Azure, Dev Ops, Analytics, and AI NICE TO HAVE Education and/or Experience Master's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience Experience working in government tenants (GCC, GCCH) and with FEDRAMP compliant solutions Experience working in navy, shipbuilding, or related domains Advanced programming skills in Python (e.g.,Py Torch, TensorFlow, scikit learn, Fast API) Background in industrial automation, robotics, or IoT sensor data Experience building digital twins, simulation models, or optimization algorithms Familiarity with data engineering tools (Spark, Databricks, Kafka) Knowledge of DevOps and infrastructure as code Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to lift to 25 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. All Trident Maritime Systems employees are encouraged to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary. Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth. Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.