Lead Test Engineer, Naval Propulsion Programs

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Philadelphia, PA seeks an Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE) to support the Columbia Class propulsion motor test program at the Compatibility Test Facility. The ACTE will work with the CTF Chief Test Engineer to manage testing and discharge duties, and may serve as CTE in their absence.

The role requires leading test engineers, coordinating schedules, planning propulsion operations across facilities, and liaising with NSWC and other support teams to resolve

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent or combination of education and work experience.
• With EB experience, at least 1 year as a Shift Test Engineer.
• 3 years of technical or supervisory experience.
• With no EB experience, minimum of 3 years supervisory experience managing a ship testing team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise D789 test engineer personnel and daily work activities.
• Act on the CTE's behalf during absences and as directed for the test program.
• Create and distribute daily schedules; coordinate a 3-week plan with CTE and Test Manager.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate propulsion plant operations and testing.
• Coordinate test procedure reviews and related program documentation.
• Ensure preparation and conduct of propulsion system tests.
• Coordinate problem resolution with NSWC and other support organizations.

Skills

Shift Test Engineer

Team supervision

Test program management

Communication skills

24/7 schedule

Propulsion knowledge

Education

BS in Engineering or equiv

Experience substituting for degree

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Philadelphia, PA seeks an Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE) to support the Columbia Class propulsion motor test program at the Compatibility Test Facility. The ACTE will work with the CTF Chief Test Engineer to manage testing and discharge duties, and may serve as CTE in their absence.

The role requires leading test engineers, coordinating schedules, planning propulsion operations across facilities, and liaising with NSWC and other support teams to resolve