Assistant Superintendent, Electrical

Transmission & Distribution World; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 92,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine seeks an Assistant Superintendent, Electrical to lead electrical operations across assigned areas. You will coach and mentor front line supervisors, ensure safety, quality, and on-time execution of trade work in support of ship/unit construction schedules.

Under BIW BOS, you will manage manpower, provide technical guidance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement in cost, schedule, and quality while developing your team’s leadership and technical skills.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in electrical or equivalent with 5 years in electrical trade.
• Minimum 5 years of supervision/management experience.
• Experience in manufacturing/shipbuilding environment.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• EVMS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and enforce standards across operations.
• Oversee electrical construction activities to meet ship/unit schedules.
• Provide technical guidance and coordinate with area management.
• Mentor front-line supervisors and coach on problem solving.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce rework.

Skills

Safety leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Associates degree in electrical OR equivalent 5 years working in an electrical trade

BIW graduate apprentice preferred

Tools

Earned Value Management System

Job description

Job Description

We offer a competitive salary for this role, with an expected range of $92,100 – $116,700/yr. The final offer will depend on your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), health coaching, athletic trainers, employee assistance programs and onsite health services.

The Assistant Superintendent, Electrical is a frontline leadership role responsible for supporting Electrical operations across assigned areas. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), The Assistant Superintendent, Electrical ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of trade work to support ship/unit construction schedules. This role provides technical and resource management for Electrical activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring Front Line Supervisors to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership:

• Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures across operations.
• Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
• Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.

Project Execution:

• Lead execution of electrical construction activities to support ship/unit schedules.
• Monitor quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Supervisors and mechanics.
• Support execution of Plan of the Week (POW) and coordinate with area management to align resources with operational needs.

Operational Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for electrical activities in assigned areas.
• Manage and recommend manpower moves within and between areas to support operational priorities.
• Resolve deck plate issues in coordination with area and trade leadership.
• Share responsibility with area management for performance in cost, schedule, and quality.

Mentoring & Team Development:

• Mentor Front Line Supervisors by developing their technical knowledge, leadership skills, and ability to execute daily objectives.
• Coach Supervisors on problem solving, team management, and trade best practices.
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for both Supervisors and mechanics.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce rework.
• Support BOS-aligned improvement activities and structured problem-solving approaches.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and execution.

Required/Preferred Education/Training

• Associates degree in electrical OR equivalent 5 years working in an electrical trade required.
• BIW graduate apprentice preferred

Required/Preferred Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical processes within a manufacturing/shipbuilding environment required.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory/management experience preferred.
• Excellent administrative skills: effective interpersonal skills, demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, problem solving/decision making, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict and multiple priorities.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System preferred.