Fiber-Optics Engineer - Systems

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

Job summary

The Electric Boat fiber-optic engineering team designs, qualifies, integrates and tests the fiber-optic cable system (FOCS) on US Navy submarines. Engineers support the system during each development stage to drive timely completion of key milestones.

The role interfaces with NAVSEA, vendors and EB departments daily, performing investigations, drawing reviews and project tracking. Most work is in an office setting with occasional shipyard visits; travel is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics required.
• 1–5 years post graduate engineering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interface with NAVSEA, government vendors and Electric Boat departments daily.
• Perform technology investigations and write white papers.
• Review and approve drawings; resolve construction issues.
• Identify and manage risks; pursue cost reduction opportunities.
• Track and evaluate requirements; manage multiple projects.

Skills

Ownership mindset

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Electrical Engineering or Physics

Tools

Teamcenter/NX

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

The Electric Boat fiber-optic engineering team is responsible for the design, qualification, integration and testing of the fiber-optic cable system (FOCS) on US Navy submarines. Engineers support the system during each stage of development to drive timely completion of crucial construction milestones.

The FOCS spans multiple submarine platforms and interconnects over twenty (20) different subsystems on each. To coordinate many unique interfaces on this scale, exceptional communication and organizational skills are a must-have. The candidate for this position will be required to interface with NAVSEA, government vendors and various other Electric Boat departments on a daily basis.

Additionally, the fiber-optic team is Electric Boat’s Fiber-Optic Center of Excellence providing general fiber-optic expertise for the company.

This position will require the engineer to perform technology investigations, write white papers, review/approve drawings, resolve construction issues, identify/manage risks, recognize opportunities for cost reduction, track/evaluate requirements and manage various projects.

While most of the job takes place in the office, shipyard visits are often required to troubleshoot construction issues. Opportunity for hands-on work and travel exist, but are less common.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics
• 1-5 years of post graduate engineering experience

Preferred:

Experience in the following areas:

• Fiber optics
• Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Project, Visio)
• System/component development
• Project management
• Teamcenter / NX

Skills

Department 442 Electrical Systems Engineer expectations:

• Highly motivated: Taking ownership of work, working independent, ability to multi-task and maintain organization, doing what is needed without being asked, following through
• Project management: developing and maintaining project schedules and budgets; strategic planning and results orientation; identify and mitigate project risks
• Team player: building productive relationships with interfacing organizations, approachable and team oriented, positive work environment
• Communication: Balancing listening and talking, speaking and writing clearly and accurately, influencing others, keeping others informed
• Problem-solving/engineering judgements: ability to analyze complex problems, identify root causes, and develop effective solutions
• Quality/Compliance: Achieving a standard of excellence with our work processes and products

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Kneeling

Environmental Attributes

Inside, Outside