Quonset Point VIRGINIA Class Project Engineer – Systems

General Dynamics Electric Boat; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat’s D460QP Project Engineering team at Quonset Point seeks engineers to support first‑of‑a‑kind VIRGINIA payload module construction. You will resolve design issues, assist with manufacturing support, verify as-built dimensions, and help drive process improvements in production areas.

The role offers on-site engagement with Operations, attending planning meetings, assessing build status against schedule, and coordinating engineering support for schedule-critical

Qualifications

• BS degree or higher in Engineering.
• 0-5 years of post-graduate Engineering experience.
• Experience with design, development, construction, or operation of submarine systems, components, or structures.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD secret clearance.
• Strong problem solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site support for VIRGINIA Class products at Quonset Point.
• Establish daily presence in production areas and partner with Operations.
• Attend Operations agenda meetings and assist with issues in work packages.
• Assess build status relative to schedule and support readiness activities.
• Coordinate engineering support for schedule-critical evolutions.

Skills

Interpersonal

Communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Teamcenter

Electronic Desktop

VPM arrangement

Job description

The Department 460 Quonset Point Project Engineering team is seeking highly motivated candidates to support first-of-a-kind construction activities of the VIRGINIA Class, specifically focused on the VIRGINIA Payload Module.

D460QP is responsible for the resolution of design issues, trouble-shooting of construction problems, technical support for manufacturing operations, verification and certification of as-built dimensions and configurations, and implementation of process improvements. The department’s main goal is to provide timely, high quality engineering support for all manufacturing, steel fabrication, and outfitting activities at the Quonset Point facility. In addition, engineers in D460QP are exposed to various aspects of submarine design and construction which provides opportunities for continuous growth, leadership, and advancement as an engineer.

The goal of the Project Engineering team is to provide forward-deployed, rapid support of Operations and Planning, assisting in resolution of urgent construction issues beyond the typical D460QP Deckplate Engineering role.

Individuals selected for this position will be responsible for providing on-site support for VIRGINIA Class products: establishing a proactive daily presence in production areas, building relationships with Operations customers, attending Operations agenda meetings, assisting with resolution of work package issues, assessing build status relative to schedule, supporting construction readiness and hot wash efforts, and coordinating Engineering support for schedule-critical evolutions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering
• 0-5 years of post-graduate Engineering experience
• Previous experience with the design, development, construction, and/or operation of submarine systems, component, or structures
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense secret clearance

Preferred

• Experience with troubleshooting, and technical problem solving
• Experience with structural design, evaluation, and/or construction
• Experience with providing deck-plate engineering construction support
• Experience with task or project management

Skills

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, & Word
• Knowledge of Teamcenter and Electronic Desktop applications
• Knowledge of VPM arrangement
• Candidate must be able to take initiative and work independently
• Candidate must possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Candidate must be highly motivated and able to perform independently, as well as interact with other groups and organizations in a team environment
• This position requires physical interfacing in manufacturing shops and on submarine modules, including climbing and accessing confined spaces

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Hot, Inside, Outside