Diesel Planner Estimator (Job ID: 4498)

Role summary

Diesel Planner Estimator (Job ID: 4498) is a role at Valkyrie in Norfolk, Virginia, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-19. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Diesel Planner Estimator (Job ID: 4498)

Company

Valkyrie

Location

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Category

Trades & Construction

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-08-19

Job description

Machinery Diesel Planner/Estimator

Purpose:

Valkyrie Enterprises is seeking a Planner Estimator who is familiar with Naval Machine Systems as well as a person who is familiar with repair of a variety of shipboard machinery and components. We are looking for this candidate to work in Norfolk, Virginia.

Job Description:

Familiar with Amphibious Ship Diesel Maintenance Strategy to include the use of Engineering Approved Technical Procedures (EATPs).

Taking all ship’s force Alteration installation Team (AIT) and shipyard work, including service and repair routines, modernization and preventative maintenance actions, and presenting as work requirement statements at the SWLIN and Line-Item level

Provide detailed cost estimates, to the paragraph and trade level, for developed work specifications and new work written by planners

Maintains and manages cost estimating guide

Conducts ship checks to validate repair/alteration information

Provide estimates, based upon ship checks as feasible, for all solicitations assigned

Conduct the development of schedules and material procurement lists for all tasks assigned

Thoroughly review all work specifications and applicable reference materials to ensure a complete and accurate understanding of work scope requirements

Work from technical drawings, design memos and sketches, then validates on site requirements when developing specifications

Perform shipboard inspections, review of technical data, provide labor and material estimates, document and maintain the Machinery knowledge base data, write and review specifications

Write and review Depot level 4E specifications for the maintenance, inspection, and test and be able to diagnose improper operating procedures and equipment casualties/failures which support corrective actions on marine main propulsion diesel engines, diesel generators, and component systems

Inspects, maintains, and is familiar with repairs necessary on steam turbines used for ship’s propulsion and auxiliary equipment such as turbo generators, pumps, refrigeration/air conditioning and laundry equipment

Familiar with the operations necessary to effect repairs on ship propulsion machinery, refrigeration and air conditioning systems, air compressors and related electro-hydraulic equipment

Analyzes blueprints, drawing packages, and other documentation to prepare time, labor and material estimates for both shop and shipboard efforts

Assess ship’s material condition by reviewing ship check data, or conducting a ship check if required, researching ship documents, analysis of ship conditions and test, determining scope of work required by reviewing and validating Work Notifications (2-Kilos).Interpret and use all technical and material information available in Navy, Shipbuilder and Manufacturer drawings, technical manuals, documents, Equipment Manufacture’s data and/or other pertinent commercial data to identify:

Repair requirements

Modification requirements

Price Identification

Order materials​

Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering or science field, or high school diploma or equivalent and at least 8 years of experience in the Naval Marine Engineering field holding responsible engineering related positions, with successful completion of naval technical training schools such as the Naval Academy, a Merchant Marine Academy, or Military Class “A” or “C” school, which together with the experience will give the equivalency of a BS degree.

Must possess an overall understanding of modifying and repairing a variety of shipboard machinery systems and their components

Must be proficient with writing and reviewing Depot level 4E specifications for the maintenance, inspection, test and be able to diagnose improper operating procedures and equipment casualties/failures which support corrective actions on marine main propulsion diesel engines, diesel generators, and component systems

Must have a comprehensive and thorough knowledge of the full range of principles, concepts, and practices related to surface combatant ships, carrier and submarine repair and overhaul programs including ship modernization.

Must have a background and experience in NAVSEA Standard Items (NSI), JFMM VIII-4E, military and commercial specifications and standards, naval drawings, shipbuilding/ship repair practices and industrial processes to ensure the contractor provides requisite workmanship and documentation in compliance with contract requirement.

Must have working knowledge in the use of automated data processing equipment and various software programs mandated for government use for the preparation of work specifications during planning of shipbuilding, ship repair and modernization availabilities

Must be proficient in Navy Maintenance Database Basic Knowledge, if not familiar with the NMD program, must be a fast learner

Must have knowledge and experience of technical writing to develop detailed reports, recommendations, planning documents and correspondence concerning labor conditions, production costs, methods, process and material costs related to the ship repair industry as well as government and local practices.

Must have evidence of experience or certification for the Machinery/Diesel position must be provided with application.

Desired Qualifications:

Experience with fixing Navy and Shipboard machinery preferred.

U.S. Navy surface Ship experience preferred

Security Clearance:

This position requires US citizenship and will be subject to a security investigation.

Must have the eligibility requirements to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance issued by the US Government. In addition to the security clearance, this position may require an additional background screening for base access.

Travel Requirement:

Occasional Trave