Lead HM&E & S&EP Test Engineer (Non-Nuclear)

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. in Groton, CT is seeking a Chief Test Engineer to lead the Shipyard Test Organization's testing activities for a Virginia Class hull.

You will supervise a mixed team of engineers and hourly technicians, coordinate HM&E/S&EP testing, and ensure compliance with NAVSEA standards and shipyard procedures. Responsibilities include oversight of test sequencing, controlling shipboard systems during testing, and maintaining safety, cost, and schedule performance with

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 6+ years of trades, test or naval experience.
• 3+ years of supervisory experience in the trades, test, or Navy.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Business Management or related field.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage and develop a team of 1-4 Assistant Chief Test Engineers, 2-8 Test Supervisors, Test Engineers and an hourly workforce of 15-40 hourly mechanical and electrical technicians.
• Professionally interface with Ships Management, Ships Force, JPTG, Naval Reactors, Vendors and all supporting shipyard trades and engineering.
• Direct the performance of all HM&E/SEP testing assigned in accordance with the STO Playbook.
• Control temporary shipboard systems and utilities installation, such as shore power, cooling water, steam, air and other gases used in support of testing, system operation and control of ships conditions.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable procedures and instructions.
• Coordinate activities involving system reentry and restoration and/or affecting ship's conditions (Watertight Integrity Permits) in accordance with SSP and Work Control procedures.
• Qualify and maintain qualification as Non-Nuclear Shift Test Engineer (premium upon completion).

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Communication

Naval/Shipyard Testing

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or Business Management

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. in Groton, CT is seeking a Chief Test Engineer to lead the Shipyard Test Organization's testing activities for a Virginia Class hull.

You will supervise a mixed team of engineers and hourly technicians, coordinate HM&E/S&EP testing, and ensure compliance with NAVSEA standards and shipyard procedures. Responsibilities include oversight of test sequencing, controlling shipboard systems during testing, and maintaining safety, cost, and schedule performance with