Senior Program Representative – Propulsion Systems Engineering

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Program Representative to provide programmatic and technical oversight of supplier activities for Columbia Class turbine generator sets, Virginia Class ship service turbines, and main propulsion units. You will lead cross-functional teams and ensure schedule adherence while coordinating with Electric Boat and supplier leadership.

The role emphasizes on-site oversight, communication of daily plans, and achievement of milestones with potential for

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years post-graduate experience.
• Experience with supplier production, tracking status, driving corrective actions.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate a multidiscipline team of resources for oversight activities.
• Maintain oversight of on-site support staff and act as management point of contact.
• Communicate daily work plans to Electric Boat personnel on-site.
• Identify oversight coverage gaps due to resource shortages or specific expertise needs.
• Review detailed schedules to identify conflicts and acceleration opportunities.
• Work with Supplier to ensure schedule adherence and any required recovery efforts.
• Assist in development of independent problem-resolution or test-issue schedules.
• Strengthen and maintain communication between Electric Boat and its Supplier.
• Collaborate with Supplier manufacturing, program, quality, and engineering leadership to improve site efficiencies and capture lessons learned.
• Perform weekly and quarterly assessments of Supplier performance.
• Report directly to the Electric Boat Program Supervisor stationed in Sunnyvale.
• Support Electric Boat Engineering teams in resolving technical issues.
• Work collaboratively with the Supplier on root cause and corrective action efforts.
• Provide production test oversight to ensure procedural compliance and successful completion of test campaigns.
• Review new or revised Supplier manufacturing instructions prior to first use.
• Participate in First Time Process Reviews (FTPRs) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs).
• Participate in pre-job briefs and support execution of critical evolutions.
• Participate in job debriefs and lessons-learned reviews.

Skills

Communication

Decision-making

Team-building

Problem solving

Organization

Contract management

Technical interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

OverviewAt General Dynamics Electric Boat, our employees have exceptional opportunities to contribute to revolutionary systems that safeguard our sailors, our families, and our freedom. Integrated Power Systems (IPS) Engineering is seeking a self-driven and highly motivated Program Representative to join our diverse team of professionals.

The selected candidate will provide programmatic and technical oversight of Northrop Grumman, with focus on the COLUMBIA Class Turbine Generator sets, VIRGINIA Class Ship Service Turbine Generator sets, and Main Propulsion Units throughout various stages of manufacturing, testing, and delivery. This role offers dynamic growth potential for individuals pursuing increased leadership responsibilities.

Programmatic Responsibilities

• Coordinate a multidiscipline team of resources engaged in oversight activities
• Maintain oversight of on-site support staff and act as the management point of contact for concerns or issues
• Communicate daily work plans to all Electric Boat personnel stationed on-site
• Identify oversight coverage gaps due to resource shortages or specific expertise needs
• Review detailed schedules to identify conflicts and acceleration opportunities
• Work closely with the Supplier to ensure schedule adherence and any required recovery efforts
• Assist in development of independent problem-resolution or test-issue schedules
• Strengthen and maintain communication between Electric Boat and its Supplier
• Collaborate with Supplier manufacturing, program, quality, and engineering leadership to improve site efficiencies and capture lessons learned
• Perform weekly and quarterly assessments of Supplier performance
• Report directly to the Electric Boat Program Supervisor stationed in Sunnyvale

Technical Oversight Responsibilities

• Support Electric Boat Engineering teams in resolving technical issues
• Work collaboratively with the Supplier on root cause and corrective action efforts
• Provide production test oversight to ensure procedural compliance and successful completion of test campaigns
• Review new or revised Supplier manufacturing instructions prior to first use
• Participate in First Time Process Reviews (FTPRs) and Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs)
• Participate in pre-job briefs and support execution of critical evolutions
• Participate in job debriefs and lessons-learned reviews

This position will work closely with the Supplier, sub-tier suppliers, and Naval Reactors.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technical field
• Minimum of 5 years of post-graduate experience demonstrating candidate has:
  • Worked with and managed supplier production of components, ensuring quality and on-time delivery.
  • Tracked and reported work status, identifying risks and driving corrective actions.
  • Led performance and delivery goals by coordinating cross-functional teams and resolving issues quickly.
  • Built and maintained strong customer relationships to support program objectives.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Military experience or 1+ years of experience in construction trades, engineering, design, planning, testing, or design-build-sustain roles, or a demonstrated leadership position
• Component development and vendor management experience
• Electric Boat shipyard experience (construction, test, certification, etc.)
• Program management experience
• Experience working with NAVSEA

Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment, creativity, and sound decision-making
• Strong team-building skills, with the ability to foster and maintain positive cross-entity relationships
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience applying effective problem-solving techniques
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Understanding of sub-tier supplier contracts and management practices
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and engineering drawings