Engineer I/II - Build Strategy Team

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Tuition assistance

Career growth

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat, Groton, CT, is seeking entry-level engineers to join the Columbia Class Build Strategy Team. You will help integrate Columbia Class design for construction and work directly with submarine operations to implement build strategies and drive problem solving.

This role offers cross-functional collaboration with Detail Planning, Advanced Planning, Production Control, and Operations, plus training, mentorship, and opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• BS degree or higher in Mechanical, Marine, Facilities, Industrial, Electrical, Systems, Aeronautical, Civil, Chemical, or related engineering discipline
• 0-5 years of post graduate engineering experience
• Master's degree in Mechanical/Marine/Aeronautical/Civil/Chemical or related engineering discipline preferred

Responsibilities

• Join BST Deckplate to integrate build strategies across planning, production and operations
• Work with BST supervisor to coordinate efforts within a given area
• Support construction readiness reviews and real-time problem solving
• Drive continuous improvement across production processes

Skills

Oral and written communication

Technical presentations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

There’s never been a better opportunity to join the shipbuilding industry. As the demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront – designing, building and maintaining the most advanced and sophisticated submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

The COLUMBIA Class Build Strategy Team (BST) is seeking highly motivated candidates to join the effort in integrating the COLUMBIA Class design for construction.

The Quonset Point BST Deckplate Team is an opportunity for entry-level engineers to join a growing and fast paced organization which will interface directly with submarine construction and operations. Engineers on BST will work directly with operations on a day-to-day basis to complete and implement construction readiness reviews and support real-time problem solving. This team will play a vital role in connecting BST Serial Production and downstream operations, carrying out optimal build strategies and driving continuous improvement across all production processes. This effort presents a unique opportunity to implement meaningful changes to the COLUMBIA build sequence in support of both the Enterprise and the Navy’s needs.

The QP BST Deckplate engineer’s primary role will both require and nurture technical skills and the ability to network and work cross-functionally across multiple disciplines and departments. QP BST Deckplate will integrate already established build strategies across a multitude of business systems and departments including Detail Planning, Advanced Planning, Production Control and Operations, amongst others. The engineer will work closely with their BST supervisor who is responsible for coordinating efforts within a particular area of the ship.

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do

• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance

• Career Growth – Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company

• Stability & Expansion – We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities

• Inclusive Culture – Employee Resource Groups and community engagement

• Impactful Work – Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission

Qualifications

Required:

• BS degree or higher in Mechanical, Marine, Facilities, Industrial, Electrical, Systems, Aeronautical, Civil, Chemical, or related engineering discipline

• 0-5 years of post graduate engineering experience

Preferred:

• Master's Degree in Mechanical, Marine, Aeronautical, Civil, Chemical, or related engineering discipline

• 1-5 years of engineering experience

• Construction support experience

• Manufacturing and Planning experience

Skills

• Strong oral and written skills are necessary to communicate directly with our stakeholders and Navy Customers.

• Ability to develop and deliver technical presentations

Physical Qualifications

Light Lifting

Environmental Attributes

Inside, Noise, Outside