About this role
Overview
Job Description:
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 accomplished when required. 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 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 (1st, 2nd and 3rd) 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:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 1+ years of system test experience or electrical / mechanical technical background
- 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
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
Kneeling, Light Lifting, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, WetOther facts
About General Dynamics Electric Boat
General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.
What you'll do
- The Test Engineer is responsible for preparing and executing Strategic Weapon System Testing for the COLUMBIA submarine, ensuring safety and efficiency. This includes conducting job hazard analyses, managing test data collection, and coordinating testing between various departments.
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