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At W R Systems, Ltd. we are dedicated to designing and deploying innovative, cost-effective life cycle systems engineering solutions worldwide. For decades, we have passionately supported the vital missions of our customers, providing refined, reliable engineering and product development. We believe the dedication of our employees is the reason we have grown to be a leading provider of engineering services. A career at WR means supporting dynamic and crucial missions, combining professional development with the opportunity to make a real impact every day
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Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret ClearanceTravel Requirements: Travel is expected a few times per year and will primarily consist of international travel.Location: Norfolk, VASUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Geospatial Technical Manager to lead the development and maintenance of geospatial navigation software products. This role will support geospatial-based software design and development with emphasis on graphical user interfaces, backend logic, and database architecture.Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable GIS architectures and web-mapping applications.
- Lead technical efforts related to geospatial navigation software products and system enhancements.
- Enforce data quality assurance (QA/QC) standards, metadata documentation, and security protocols.
- Evaluate emerging spatial technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), to improve organizational workflows and capabilities.
- Manage relationships and contracts with software vendors, data providers, and external consultants.
- Support software architecture, integration, testing, debugging, and performance optimization activities.
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop innovative geospatial solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software development personnel.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related engineering discipline.
- Six (6)+ years of software development experience.
- Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:
- Object-oriented programming
- Design patterns
- Multi-threading
- Inter-process communication
- Buffering
- Persistence
- Modeling and simulation
- Experience developing software using C++ and/or C# (preferred).
- Solid understanding of data filtering, real-time filtering, predictive modeling, and interpolation/smoothing techniques.
- Experience conducting software performance tuning, troubleshooting, and debugging.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience with geospatial charts, Electronic Nautical Charts (ENCs), and Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).
- Experience developing applications in Linux and Windows environments.
- Experience with C, C++, C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono.
- Familiarity with HDF5 and GML data formats/protocols.
- Experience with UDP, TCP, and RS-232 communications protocols.
- Experience developing graphical user interfaces using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.Position Salary Range: $140,000 - $150,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.2026-08-13 Geospatial Technical Manager WR systems Norfolk US-VA US https://wrsystems-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=1663 full-time/regular <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Clearance Requirement: </strong>Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret Clearance</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Travel Requirements: </strong>Travel is expected a few times per year and will primarily consist of international travel.</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Location: </strong>Norfolk, VA</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>SUMMARY: </strong>WR has an opportunity for a <strong>Geospatial Technical Manager</strong> to lead the development and maintenance of geospatial navigation software products. This role will support geospatial-based software design and development with emphasis on graphical user interfaces, backend logic, and database architecture.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position responsibilities</strong> will include, but are not limited to the following:</span></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Design, develop, and maintain scalable GIS architectures and web-mapping applications.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Lead technical efforts related to geospatial navigation software products and system enhancements.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Enforce data quality assurance (QA/QC) standards, metadata documentation, and security protocols.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Evaluate emerging spatial technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), to improve organizational workflows and capabilities.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Manage relationships and contracts with software vendors, data providers, and external consultants.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Support software architecture, integration, testing, debugging, and performance optimization activities.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to develop innovative geospatial solutions.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software development personnel.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:</span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Geospatial Science, GIS, Computer Science, Geography, Environmental Science, or a related engineering discipline.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Six (6)+ years of software development experience.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong understanding of advanced programming concepts, including:</span> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Object-oriented programming</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Design patterns</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Multi-threading</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Inter-process communication</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Buffering</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Persistence</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Modeling and simulation</span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience developing software using C++ and/or C# (preferred).</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Solid understanding of data filtering, real-time filtering, predictive modeling, and interpolation/smoothing techniques.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience conducting software performance tuning, troubleshooting, and debugging.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong written and verbal communication skills.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Preferred Qualifications:</span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience with geospatial charts, Electronic Nautical Charts (ENCs), and Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS).</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience developing applications in Linux and Windows environments.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience with C, C++, C#, ASP.NET, Blazor, .NET Core, and Mono.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Familiarity with HDF5 and GML data formats/protocols.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience with UDP, TCP, and RS-232 communications protocols.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience developing graphical user interfaces using HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position Salary Range:</strong> $140,000 - $150,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Benefits Offered: </strong>WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see <a href="https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/">https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/</a> for more information.</span></div> -
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret ClearanceTravel Requirements: NoneLocation: Norfolk, VASUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Project Manager, Senior to manage and oversee all aspects of complex projects, ensuring successful completion on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and organizational objectives.Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Manage projects that are complex, high-risk, and/or strategic in scope.
- Identify project requirements and develop project risk management plans.
- Develop cost estimates and prepare quotes and proposals in response to Requests for Quote (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
- Monitor and control project schedules, costs, quality, and risks.
- Provide recommendations to senior and executive management regarding long- and short-range project objectives.
- Develop and recommend programs and policies that support organizational growth, competitiveness, and revenue generation.
- Mentor and train less experienced Project Managers.
- Assist with the negotiation of delivery order terms and contractual modifications.
- Recommend process improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs across multiple projects.
- Support proposal data calls, planning efforts, and technical specifications.
- Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors.
- Schedule and coordinate customer meetings.
- Supervise project staff and allocate resources effectively.
- Train, mentor, and develop project personnel.
- Interview and hire staff to support project execution.
- Respond to customer inquiries regarding project status and execution.
- Prepare routine project status reports for customers.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- Ten (10)+ years of experience managing projects, including projects with moderate to high risk and/or complex requirements.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and management skills.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and industry best practices.
- Strong understanding of organizational operations and business objectives.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.Position Salary Range: $99,000 - $146,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.2026-08-13 Project Manager, Senior WR systems Norfolk US-VA US https://wrsystems-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=1662 full-time/regular <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Clearance Requirement: </strong>Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Travel Requirements:</strong> None</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Location:</strong> Norfolk, VA</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>SUMMARY: </strong>WR has an opportunity for a <strong>Project Manager, Senior</strong> to manage and oversee all aspects of complex projects, ensuring successful completion on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and organizational objectives.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position responsibilities</strong> will include, but are not limited to the following:</span></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Manage projects that are complex, high-risk, and/or strategic in scope.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Identify project requirements and develop project risk management plans.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop cost estimates and prepare quotes and proposals in response to Requests for Quote (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs).</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Monitor and control project schedules, costs, quality, and risks.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Provide recommendations to senior and executive management regarding long- and short-range project objectives.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop and recommend programs and policies that support organizational growth, competitiveness, and revenue generation.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Mentor and train less experienced Project Managers.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Assist with the negotiation of delivery order terms and contractual modifications.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Recommend process improvements to increase productivity and reduce costs across multiple projects.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Support proposal data calls, planning efforts, and technical specifications.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Schedule and coordinate customer meetings.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Supervise project staff and allocate resources effectively.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Train, mentor, and develop project personnel.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Interview and hire staff to support project execution.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Respond to customer inquiries regarding project status and execution.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Prepare routine project status reports for customers.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:</span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ten (10)+ years of experience managing projects, including projects with moderate to high risk and/or complex requirements.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong leadership, organizational, and management skills.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and industry best practices.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong understanding of organizational operations and business objectives.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Project.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position Salary Range: </strong>$99,000 - $146,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Benefits Offered: </strong>WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see <a href="https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/">https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/</a> for more information.</span></div> -
Clearance Requirement: Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret ClearanceTravel Requirements: 5%Location: Norfolk, VAMissionOut at sea, there’s no margin for failure. Naval systems must operate reliably in extreme conditions, constant vibration, high heat, saltwater corrosion, and continuous operational demand. The hardware that supports these missions must be engineered not just to function, but to endure.At WR, we design and deliver the mechanical and electrical systems that protect, support, and enable critical naval technologies. From concept through deployment, our work ensures that mission-critical equipment performs exactly as expected, when it matters most.SummaryWR has a need for a Systems Safety Analyst to support system safety analysis, hazard mitigation, and risk management efforts for complex naval equipment and technologies.What You’ll Do
- Review and develop systems safety programs and activities in accordance with contractual requirements.
- Apply engineering principles and standards to support, develop, or review system/subsystem hazard analysis, software system safety analysis, and functional hazard analysis.
- Analyze, recommend, and drive safety criteria in system design, equipment, and procedures in order to mitigate or eliminate hazards.
- Analyze data, develop written deliverables, assist with the presentation of results, and assist with the review of customer software system safety documents to verify compliance with requirements, policy, and guidance documents.
- Perform systems safety risk assessments, identifies problem areas, and assists in evaluating design modifications and engineering change proposals (ECPs).
- Flow down reliability and safety derived requirements to system design to appropriately mitigate risks.
- Identify hazards associated with functions and systems and develops mitigation strategies in support of the certification of systems.
- Understand safety regulatory requirements applicable to system design and development program and tailor the safety assessment process to ensure these requirements are met.
- Participate in various system safety meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Evaluate the interrelationship of system safety requirements and other aspects of concept design and development requirements to ensure the most cost effective program.
Must have qualifications- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Technical training or experience in US Navy Navigation equipment and systems.
- Eight (8) + years of Engineering/Systems Safety experience (DoD and/or shipboard systems experience preferred) in developing and implementing major safety programs inclusive of systems, software, electrical and/or mechanical engineering.
- Ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions.
- Ability to write routine reports, operating instructions, and correspondence.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with supervisors and peers.
- Ability to work as part of a team or collaborate with colleagues.
- Ability to gather and summarize data for reports and to find solutions to various technical problems.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.Position Salary Range: $72,000 - $128,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.2026-08-10 Systems Safety Analyst WR systems Norfolk US-VA US https://wrsystems-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=1661 full-time/regular <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Clearance Requirement: </strong>Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Travel Requirements:</strong> 5%</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Location:</strong> Norfolk, VA</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Mission</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Out at sea, there’s no margin for failure. Naval systems must operate reliably in extreme conditions, constant vibration, high heat, saltwater corrosion, and continuous operational demand. The hardware that supports these missions must be engineered not just to function, but to endure.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">At WR, we design and deliver the mechanical and electrical systems that protect, support, and enable critical naval technologies. From concept through deployment, our work ensures that mission-critical equipment performs exactly as expected, when it matters most.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Summary</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WR has a need for a <strong>Systems Safety Analyst</strong> to support system safety analysis, hazard mitigation, and risk management efforts for complex naval equipment and technologies.</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">What You’ll Do</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Review and develop systems safety programs and activities in accordance with contractual requirements.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Apply engineering principles and standards to support, develop, or review system/subsystem hazard analysis, software system safety analysis, and functional hazard analysis.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Analyze, recommend, and drive safety criteria in system design, equipment, and procedures in order to mitigate or eliminate hazards.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Analyze data, develop written deliverables, assist with the presentation of results, and assist with the review of customer software system safety documents to verify compliance with requirements, policy, and guidance documents.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Perform systems safety risk assessments, identifies problem areas, and assists in evaluating design modifications and engineering change proposals (ECPs).</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Flow down reliability and safety derived requirements to system design to appropriately mitigate risks.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Identify hazards associated with functions and systems and develops mitigation strategies in support of the certification of systems.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understand safety regulatory requirements applicable to system design and development program and tailor the safety assessment process to ensure these requirements are met.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Participate in various system safety meetings with both internal and external stakeholders.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Evaluate the interrelationship of system safety requirements and other aspects of concept design and development requirements to ensure the most cost effective program.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Must have qualifications</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">High school diploma or GED equivalent.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Technical training or experience in US Navy Navigation equipment and systems.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Eight (8) + years of Engineering/Systems Safety experience (DoD and/or shipboard systems experience preferred) in developing and implementing major safety programs inclusive of systems, software, electrical and/or mechanical engineering.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to translate customer requirements into technical solutions.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to write routine reports, operating instructions, and correspondence.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with supervisors and peers.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to work as part of a team or collaborate with colleagues.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Ability to gather and summarize data for reports and to find solutions to various technical problems.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> </span></div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position Salary Range: </strong>$72,000 - $128,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Benefits Offered: </strong>WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see <a href="https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/">https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/</a> for more information.</span></div> -
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to startTravel Requirements: 5 – 10%Location: Norfolk, VASUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a Mechanical Engineer, Lead to design, develop, and document mechanical and electromechanical components and systems in support of Department of Defense programs.Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Independently research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and technical manuals to determine the feasibility of designs and applications.
- Develop technical drawings and documentation packages using industry standards and best practices.
- Create drawing packages, including Level-3 drawings, block diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, 3D models, renderings, and installation drawings using Autodesk Inventor.
- Analyze specifications and performance requirements to ensure designs can be manufactured using existing methods and processes.
- Determine the feasibility of designing new components or modifying existing designs while considering cost, schedule, space constraints, manufacturing capabilities, and other technical and economic factors.
- Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and engineering change activities throughout the product lifecycle.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Six (6)+ years of full-time professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer, including:
- Systems and equipment design.
- Test and evaluation support.
- Three (3)+ years of technical experience supporting the design and development of Department of Defense (DoD) systems.
- Experience using CAD software, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor preferred.
- Extensive experience with 3D modeling, technical drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Experience supporting Environmental Qualification Testing is preferred.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.Position Salary Range: $93,000 - $134,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.2026-08-06 Mechanical Engineer, Lead WR systems Norfolk US-VA US https://wrsystems-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=1660 full-time/regular <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Clearance Requirement:</strong> Active Secret Clearance is required to start</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Travel Requirements:</strong> 5 – 10%</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Location:</strong> Norfolk, VA</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>SUMMARY: </strong>WR has an opportunity for a <strong>Mechanical Engineer, Lead</strong> to design, develop, and document mechanical and electromechanical components and systems in support of Department of Defense programs.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position responsibilities</strong> will include, but are not limited to the following:</span></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Independently research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, and technical manuals to determine the feasibility of designs and applications.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop technical drawings and documentation packages using industry standards and best practices.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Create drawing packages, including Level-3 drawings, block diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, 3D models, renderings, and installation drawings using Autodesk Inventor.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Analyze specifications and performance requirements to ensure designs can be manufactured using existing methods and processes.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Determine the feasibility of designing new components or modifying existing designs while considering cost, schedule, space constraints, manufacturing capabilities, and other technical and economic factors.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Support system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and engineering change activities throughout the product lifecycle.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:</span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Six (6)+ years of full-time professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer, including:</span> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Systems and equipment design.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Test and evaluation support.</span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Three (3)+ years of technical experience supporting the design and development of Department of Defense (DoD) systems.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience using CAD software, with proficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor preferred.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Extensive experience with 3D modeling, technical drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience supporting Environmental Qualification Testing is preferred.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position Salary Range: </strong>$93,000 - $134,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Benefits Offered: </strong>WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see <a href="https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/">https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/</a> for more information.</span></div> -
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to startTravel Requirements: NoneLocation: Virginia Beach, VA (Dam Neck)SUMMARY: WR has an opportunity for a DMSMS Specialist to provide Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) technical logistics support in support of naval systems sustainment and engineering efforts.Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:
- Participate in internal and external engineering reviews of Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Local Configuration Control Boards (LCCBs) to review change documentation and provide technical feedback.
- Develop documentation required to procure Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) components in support of sustainment engineering solutions using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and/or Government Purchase Card (GPC), as required.
- Provide technical and material acquisition support for the evaluation, troubleshooting, and remediation of failures associated with reclaimed or harvested material.
- Validate and certify the effectiveness of hardware repair efforts.
- Package reclaimed and repaired components and assemblies from ships and shore sites in accordance with established best practices.
- Provide COTS/DMSMS engineering case management support by reviewing, verifying, and maintaining case information within the SSDS COTS/DMSMS case management tool.
- Work closely with engineering teams to evaluate and recommend COTS/DMSMS solutions by calculating life-of-type or bridge-buy requirements, identifying replacement components, and evaluating form, fit, and function.
- Coordinate with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and third-party vendors to negotiate extended production and repair support.
- Identify reclamation opportunities and define component harvesting requirements.
- Develop and document Business Case Analyses (BCAs) supporting COTS/DMSMS solutions.
- Support the development of SSDS MK2 COTS/DMSMS briefings, reports, and other program documentation.
- Participate in the SSDS Commercial Off-the-Shelf Working Group (SCWG) supporting obsolescence assessments for the SSDS MK2 suite of equipment.
- Develop and maintain meeting agendas, action item trackers, and meeting minutes in support of SCWG activities.
- Develop Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Problem Reports (PRs) supporting COTS/DMSMS engineering efforts.
Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field. Significant DoD technical logistics experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.
- Minimum of six (6) years of experience supporting DoD Technical Logistics and/or Configuration Management.
- Six (6) years of hands-on experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing, testing, or maintaining major electronic or mechanical systems.
- At least two (2) years of experience supporting DMSMS processes and practices.
- Experience with Navy systems is required; experience with the FROST database is highly desirable.
- Experience using FROST and/or other Government databases for DMSMS case management, obsolescence research, and lifecycle support.
- Working knowledge of configuration management principles and practices.
- Understanding of SSDS hardware and software requirements sufficient to evaluate DMSMS solutions, including component replacement strategies and higher-level assembly redesign.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical documentation and present findings effectively.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.Position Salary Range: $78,000 - $115,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.2026-07-29 DMSMS Specialist WR systems Dam Neck US-VA US https://wrsystems-openhire.silkroad.com/epostings/?fuseaction=app.jobInfo&version=1&jobid=1658 full-time/regular <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Clearance Requirement:</strong> Active Secret Clearance is required to start</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Travel Requirements:</strong> None</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Location: </strong>Virginia Beach, VA (Dam Neck)</span></div> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>SUMMARY:</strong> WR has an opportunity for a <strong>DMSMS Specialist</strong> to provide Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) technical logistics support in support of naval systems sustainment and engineering efforts.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position responsibilities</strong> will include, but are not limited to the following:</span></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Participate in internal and external engineering reviews of Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Local Configuration Control Boards (LCCBs) to review change documentation and provide technical feedback.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop documentation required to procure Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) components in support of sustainment engineering solutions using Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and/or Government Purchase Card (GPC), as required.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Provide technical and material acquisition support for the evaluation, troubleshooting, and remediation of failures associated with reclaimed or harvested material.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Validate and certify the effectiveness of hardware repair efforts.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Package reclaimed and repaired components and assemblies from ships and shore sites in accordance with established best practices.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Provide COTS/DMSMS engineering case management support by reviewing, verifying, and maintaining case information within the SSDS COTS/DMSMS case management tool.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Work closely with engineering teams to evaluate and recommend COTS/DMSMS solutions by calculating life-of-type or bridge-buy requirements, identifying replacement components, and evaluating form, fit, and function.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Coordinate with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and third-party vendors to negotiate extended production and repair support.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Identify reclamation opportunities and define component harvesting requirements.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop and document Business Case Analyses (BCAs) supporting COTS/DMSMS solutions.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Support the development of SSDS MK2 COTS/DMSMS briefings, reports, and other program documentation.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Participate in the SSDS Commercial Off-the-Shelf Working Group (SCWG) supporting obsolescence assessments for the SSDS MK2 suite of equipment.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop and maintain meeting agendas, action item trackers, and meeting minutes in support of SCWG activities.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Develop Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Problem Reports (PRs) supporting COTS/DMSMS engineering efforts.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:</span></strong></div> <ul> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field. Significant DoD technical logistics experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Minimum of six (6) years of experience supporting DoD Technical Logistics and/or Configuration Management.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Six (6) years of hands-on experience installing, troubleshooting, repairing, testing, or maintaining major electronic or mechanical systems.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">At least two (2) years of experience supporting DMSMS processes and practices.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience with Navy systems is required; experience with the FROST database is highly desirable.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Experience using FROST and/or other Government databases for DMSMS case management, obsolescence research, and lifecycle support.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Working knowledge of configuration management principles and practices.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Understanding of SSDS hardware and software requirements sufficient to evaluate DMSMS solutions, including component replacement strategies and higher-level assembly redesign.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical documentation and present findings effectively.</span></li> <li><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.</span></li> </ul> <div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.</span></strong></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Position Salary Range:</strong> $78,000 - $115,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"><strong>Benefits Offered: </strong>WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement. </span></div> <div> </div> <div><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see <a href="https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/">https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/</a> for more information.</span></div>
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