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 (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
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
Skills Required
- 2+ years of system test experience or a mechanical/technical background
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Mechanical system test experience involving fluid or air system flushing and hydrostatic testing
- Electrical or electronic system test experience, including fiber optic cabling
- Electromechanical system operation and grooming experience
- Previous shipyard supervision, test, or equivalent Navy experience
- Experience with the Navy Tagout system or non-shipboard Lockout/Tagout system
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What We Do
General Dynamics Electric Boat designs, constructs, and provides lifecycle support for submarines serving the U.S. Navy. Established in 1899, the company has a longstanding role in submarine design and construction. Its mission combines engineering, shipbuilding, and long-term support capabilities to deliver and sustain undersea vessels throughout their operational lifecycles in support of the U.S. Navy and national defense programs.
