Test Engineer - Field

General Dynamics

  • Silverdale, WA
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 21 days ago
OverviewGeneral Dynamics Electric Boat, a leader in naval innovation, is seeking passionate engineers to contribute to the design, construction and maintenance of state-of-the-art submarines for the U.S. Navy. Be part of a dynamic team, drive technological advancements, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of maritime defense. If you're ready for a challenging and rewarding career, apply now to be at the forefront of naval engineering excellence.Position will be based in Submarine Base - Bangor, WA. Test Engineer will support the USS Jimmy Carter (SSN23) and the Mission Systems and Trainers at COMSUBDEVRON 5 in Bangor, WA. Assignments and responsibilities include: Person-In-Charge of software and hardware testing; performance of preventive and corrective maintenance on training systems; lead both pre-job briefing and Job Hazard Analysis briefings; actively participate in the planning & execution of work; support documentation of work & certifications; maintain water chemistry in a maintenance pool.The successful candidate must be willing to learn and understand the Navy's tag out process, JFFM requirements, EB record keeping, Quality Assurance, configuration management, the Navy’s supply system, and adapt to evolving information technology. Candidate must also be willing to go on brief business trips and occasional extended work assignments. Work requires lifting, pulling, extensive walking, confined space entry, and ladder climbing.QualificationsRequired:
  • Must have active DoD TS-SCI clearance.
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Sciences or a minimum of 6 years of experience in military, shipbuilding, ship repair, or manufacturing industry.
  • Internal candidates must be from organizations outside of Operations (Casciano/Gabriel).
Preferred:
  • Experience as Engineering/Ships Duty Officer or Duty Chief.
  • A working knowledge of the material control processes, material control standards, work execution methods, work planning requirements, methods certification processes used by the USN.
Skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong organizational and planning skills under minimal supervision
  • Provide daily oversight and direction to subcontractors
  • Inspect work sites for conformance to Safety and Quality Standards
  • Read electrical schematic drawings
  • Use common test equipment to test copper cables, fiber optics, electrical and electronic components
  • Familiarity with both electrical and mechanical workmanship standards is a plus
  • Must be able to effectively work with multiple technical organizations, program offices, USN and government personnel
Physical QualificationsClimbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental AttributesCold, Dry, Dusty, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet

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