Strategic Weapon Systems (SWS) Test Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); In loco; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Connecticut seeks a Strategic Weapons System Test Engineer to proactively prepare for and execute testing for the COLUMBIA submarine, ensuring safety and efficiency.

The role requires leadership of test execution, cross‑functional coordination, and data analysis to validate test requirements while ensuring adherence to ITRO and SWSTEP, with eligibility for a Secret clearance.

Competenze

• 2+ years of system test experience or mechanical/technical background.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Preferred: mechanical system test experience including fluid or air system flush and hydrostatic testing.
• Preferred: electrical/electronic system test experience, including fiber optic cabling.
• Preferred: Navy shipyard supervision or test experience.

Mansioni

• Conduct thorough hazard analyses and briefings to ensure safety.
• Certify prerequisites before starting a test.
• Evaluate data for conformance to test procedures.
• Lead test execution and data collection/certification.
• Qualify as and perform duties of Test Director & Shift Test Director.
• Coordinate testing between interfacing test departments.

Conoscenze

Strong troubleshooting skills

Coordination and direction of cross‑f

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

The Strategic Weapons System Test Engineer must proactively prepare for and execute assigned Strategic Weapon System Testing for the COLUMBIA new construction submarine , in a safe and efficient manner.

Specific Responsibilities Include

Conduct thorough job hazard analyses and briefings to ensure personnel and equipment safety. Ensure proper safety tagout and re-entry control procedures are in place and strictly adhered to. Certify all prerequisites are fully met prior to commencing a test.

Evaluate recorded data for conformance to test procedure requirements/specifications. Conduct effective shift turnovers to maximize downstream work efficiency. Verify retest requirements are properly executed & certified. Document, publish and track test delays and non-conformances. Perform Test Procedure review for accuracy and completeness. Lead test execution, and manage effective test data collection/certification. Qualify as, and execute all duties of a Test Director & Shift Test Director. Test Engineers will report directly to their Test Supervisor or Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE).

Specific Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Coordination of Testing Between interfacing test departments (D972, D272, D441, D278, D445)
• Testing of Piping Systems & Tanks (Hydrostatic, Cleanliness Flushes & Operational Testing)
• Hydraulic Operations (Missile Tube Muzzle Hatches, Valve Operations & Timing of Control Valves)
• Electrical Cable Integrity Checks
• Tracking Trade Installations via Test Inspection Reports
• Support GFE Component Installation and Inspections
• Support extended testing durations and shift work (1 st , 2 nd and 3 rd ) as required to minimize schedule impacts.
• Process Ripouts for Re-Entry Control establishing safety tagouts & retest requirements
• Perform Testing IAW Columbia Integrated Test Requirements Outline (ITRO) and Strategic Weapon System Test Execution Plan (SWSTEP)
• Qualify as a SWS Test Director and SWS Shift Test Director

Qualifications

Required:

• 2+ years of System test experience or Mechanical/Technical background
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred

• Mechanical system test experience to include fluid or air system flush and hydrostatic testing, or:
• Electrical/Electronic system test experience, including fiber optic cabling
• Electromechanical system operation and grooming
• Previous Shipyard supervision, test or equivalent Navy experience
• Experience with the Navy Tagout system and/or Non-shipboard Lockout Tagout system

Skills

• Proficiency in management of multiple tasks
• Coordination and direction of cross functional teams
• Strong troubleshooting skills and logical thinking
• Ability to plan and work closely with engineering and design

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet