Entry Level Engineer - Fluid Systems

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work

Professional growth

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Connecticut seeks a fluid systems engineer to support VIRGINIA Class and SSN(X) submarine fluid systems from concept through ship delivery. You will work on hydraulic, auxiliary, habitability, HVAC, seawater and compressed gas systems essential to life support and mission success.

The role requires a BS in mechanical/aerospace/chemical/marine or fire protection, 0–1 year of related engineering experience, and the ability to obtain a DoD secret clearance.

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical, aerospace, chemical, marine, or fire protection with relevant thermodynamics/ fluid dynamics coursework.
• 0–1 year of related engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance.
• Some travel may be necessary.

Responsibilities

• Develop initial system/component requirements and perform pressure drop, flow analyses, heat loads, and stress analysis.
• Develop and review fluid system diagrams, drawings, and specifications; select materials and equipment.
• Coordinate with other disciplines and support design changes for VIRGINIA Class and SSN(X) programs; manage interfaces and documentation.

Skills

Fluid engineering

Technical writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Initiative

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical/Aerospace/Chemical/Marine or Fire Protection

Job description

Overview

In this time of unprecedented growth at Electric Boat, we are pursuing an innovative thinker who is capable of solving complex problems and offering new ideas to support future designs of submarine fluid systems as part of the nation's #1 Defense Acquisition program.

Specifically, department 375 is seeking a results driven candidate with a proven track record of success to support the design and development of the VIRGINIA Class and next generation submarines. D375 offers a dynamic and fast paced environment responsible for hydraulic, auxiliary, habitability and life support, HVAC, seawater and compressed gas fluid system development. These systems are essential to the ability to sustain life underwater, submarine operation, and accomplishment of the ship's mission.

Fluid system engineers operate in a hands on capacity and are directly responsible for the critical thinking required in all aspects of their systems from concept development to ship delivery. In addition to the design and development of fluid systems, engineers in D375 are exposed to various aspects of submarine design, construction, and operation which provides opportunities for continuous growth, leadership, and advancement as an engineer.

Individuals selected for this position will be responsible for the development and execution of projects supporting current and future VIRGINIA Class and SSN(X) design efforts, design changes, and system improvement tasking. D375 engineers continuously improve system designs to support increased capability as requested directly by the Navy customer. This position requires a team player who is capable of continued progression of technical and project management skills and may include rotation experiences to directly support planning and/or construction engineering to assist with downstream design incorporation.

Technical Responsibilities

Development of initial system/component requirements and specifications; performing calculations (e. g. pressure drop, flow analyses, heat loads, stress analysis); developing and improving fluid system designs; developing/reviewing system diagrams and drawings; material and equipment selections; resolving emergent design and construction issues; managing system interfaces; developing system operating instructions for ship's crew, test forms and maintenance procedures.

Project Management

Development of budgets and schedules to complete the required technical work in support of achieving program milestones; requirement and interface management with other disciplines, effective written and verbal communication to internal and external customers (e.g. other EB departments, NAVSEA, Ship's Force, private contractors and other shipyards as required).

What Electric Boat Offers

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible Work Arrangements that allows some work to be performed remotely and at home. This varies from position to position based on the amount of classified material the department interacts with, as well as a few other variables. Please ask for more details on how it applies to this opening during discussions with the department.
• Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in the following engineering disciplines: mechanical, aerospace, chemical, marine, or fire protection with coursework in thermodynamics / fluid dynamics / heat transfer by 2026
• 0-1 years of related engineering experience
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense secret clearance
• Some travel may be necessary

Preferred:

• Previous submarine experience
• Experience in Project Management/Leading a Project
• Practical Experience with building and testing mechanical assemblies
• Experience in diagram and/or drawing development

Skills

• Foundational knowledge of fluid engineering principles, a willingness to continuously learn and solve problems
• Technical Writing skills
• Ability to communicate effectively through verbal/written communication
• Organizational and time management abilities
• Capability to work independently and take initiative