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Engineering & Design
Naval Architect
Naval architects design parts of the submarine, like its hull and overall structure, so it can complete its missions.
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Average Salary
$105,670
Projected Job Openings This Year
600
Tools For Success
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Interests
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    Mechanics and technology
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    Science and math
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    Designing and building
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Skills
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    Using design software
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    Testing designs
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    Decision-making
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    Communication
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Training
4-year degree

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