COLUMBIA I&C Test Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking Test Engineers for the COLUMBIA I&C & AC Power group to design and verify power distribution, reactor, steam and electric plant systems for the Columbia class.

The role involves developing test procedures, leading qualification testing, mentoring junior engineers, and supporting technical documentation while coordinating with shipyards and subcontractors to meet schedule and budget targets.

Qualifications

• 4+ years Navy experience.
• Nuclear Propulsion Plant experience preferred.
• Project planning and management experience.
• Reactor/Electric Plant operator experience.

Responsibilities

• Developing test procedures for the first of a new class of submarines.
• Troubleshooting and construction support for electrical systems.
• Leading component qualification testing projects.
• Mentoring newer engineers as technical leaders.
• Supporting documentation such as manuals and maintenance specs.
• Managing system interfaces including electrical, structural, piping and mechanical.
• Overseeing subcontractor designs, manufacturing, testing and qualification.
• Obtaining customer approval of designs via formal correspondence.
• Supporting construction, testing and time-critical troubleshooting at shipyards.

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Reading diagrams & schematics

Strong communication

Mentoring others

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related

High school diploma

Job description

Overview

The COLUMBIA I&C & AC Power department is looking for highly motivated Test Engineers. Successful candidates will be joining a strong and experienced engineering team in an exciting and fast-paced environment focused on designing power distribution, reactor plant, steam plant, and electric plant systems and equipment for the new COLUMBIA Class submarines.

D429 offers a unique engineering opportunity to work in any of a wide variety of electrical engineering concentrations (power generation and distribution, steam-plant and reactor-plant instrumentation & control, project management, etc.). Successful candidates will be responsible for all aspects of their assigned systems or components, which includes:

• Developing the test procedures for the first of a new class of submarines
• Troubleshooting and construction support for electrical systems
• Leading component qualification testing projects
• Mentoring newer engineers as both technical leaders and professionals
• Supporting development of associated technical documentation, including manuals, operating instructions, repair parts lists, preventative maintenance specifications, etc.
• Managing system and component interfaces including electrical, structural, piping, and mechanical
• Supporting 3D model development and arrangement of systems, cableways, and system components.
• Overseeing subcontractor designs, manufacturing, testing, and qualification
• Obtaining customer approval of designs and requirements via formal correspondence.
• Supporting the ongoing construction, testing, and time critical troubleshooting for the COLUMBIA Class submarines at the Quonset Point and Groton shipyards.

Ideal candidates for D429 possess a diverse knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a strong drive to meet requirements on schedule and budget with a focus on achieving the highest quality. This is your opportunity to contribute to the design and construction of the next generation of submarines.

Qualifications

Required:

• 4+ years Navy experience
• High school diploma

Preferred:

• Nuclear Propulsion Plant experience
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree
• Project planning and management experience
• Reactor Plant Operator and/or Electric Plant Operator experience

Skills

Candidates must be highly motivated, possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be able to multi-task, work in teams and possess skills that permit independent functioning without significant oversight, and work under pressure. Candidate must pay high attention to detail. Effective teamwork is mandatory. The candidate must be highly motivated and well-organized. Must able to mentor entry-level employees. Ability to work on a high performance team. Candidates must be able to read & work from electrical system diagrams and schematics