Rotational Production Associate — Shipbuilding Career Path

General Dynamics; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego invites applicants to join the Professional Development Program, an 18-month department rotation across Production, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, Safety, Programs and more. Participants will complete rotations and projects, then be placed in a permanent role.

The program emphasizes developing shipbuilding knowledge, leadership skills, and continuous improvement, with assignments across multiple departments and exposure to the full lifecycle of ship

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or maritime-related subject matter.
• Basic understanding of maritime industry operations is desired but not required.
• Basic understanding of world-class manufacturing techniques.
• This position requires the ability to plan work and manage time effectively, to use effective interpersonal skills, to resolve conflicts, and to lead and motivate others.
• Proficient in the following computer applications: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Must have the ability to express ideas clearly in both oral and written formats
• Demonstrate a high degree of personal flexibility and adaptability

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive knowledge of shipbuilding and/or repair processes.
• Develop managerial and leadership skills.
• Complete all rotation projects/assignments in a timely and organized fashion.
• Support company goals related to safety, quality, cost and schedule performance.
• Be an active participant in NASSCO's continuous improvement culture.
• Complete internal and external training requirements
• Complete performance evaluations at the end of each rotation.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project planning

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

MS Office

Communication

Adaptability

Maritime operations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or maritime-related subject matter

Job description

General Dynamics NASSCO in San Diego invites applicants to join the Professional Development Program, an 18-month department rotation across Production, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, Safety, Programs and more. Participants will complete rotations and projects, then be placed in a permanent role.

The program emphasizes developing shipbuilding knowledge, leadership skills, and continuous improvement, with assignments across multiple departments and exposure to the full lifecycle of ship