Accuracy Control Engineer

National Steel and Shipbuilding Com•San Diego, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Coordinate and manage the implementation of the company’s ABCM program within Production on all new (appropriate) contracts. Develop and analyze all collected forms of Accuracy Control data while functioning as a specialist for various specific technical disciplines within the Accuracy Control Group. This information will be used to ensure the accuracy of constructed assemblies, create process improvements, and instigate detail design changes, where necessary, to improve NASSCO’s Production Processes. Conduct field surveys using various Metrology instruments and analyze resulting data & develop reports using Metrology software. May be assigned duties and or tasks requiring Engineer skills and responsibilities within the department. Serve as a highly effective point of contact (within specific discipline) in department. To use, coordinate, and train other AC Technicians in use of Metrology Instrumentation and analytical software incl. Laser Tracker and Total Station functions. Supervises 10 people (Accuracy control Analyst) Manages a Budget for 20,000 hrs, $1,000,000. Authority to represent Company business Reports directly Manager Accuracy Control. Although this position has no formal line authority, people in this position are expected to provide guidance to the trades in matters concerning dimensional control and alignment of assembly units. Must be able to work closely with Production Managers, Supervisor, and line personnel. Interfaces with Engineering groups, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Bodies, and other disciplines as required. Works independently within performance guidelines established by supervisor. Participate in the planning and manage the implementation of the AHCM (Safe Hull Const. Monitoring) process within in all stages of construction at the start of new contract where required. Conduct field surveys using 3D instrumentation to collect Metrology data. Also develop analysis and reports on the collected data with various software tools. Collects and documents Process Control, Shrinkage Control and Dimensional Control Data; preparation and distribution of source inspection check sheets; measure and verify alignment of steel assemblies; gather dimensional variance and analyze data; optical alignment/surveying. Follows and develops Accuracy Control standards and procedures. Organizes, conducts, and documents special studies examining the accuracy of NASSCO’s processes. Record data and produce written reports. Communicate results of field surveys in a timely manner. Follows all NASSCO safety procedures. Write Accuracy Control process control procedures. Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or other related education.
Demonstrated expertise within discipline, with specialized knowledge of process within discipline.
Frequently takes on responsibility for special projects.
Understand and help develop and improve build strategy and productivity concepts.
Strong knowledge / skill of PC and CAD.
Skill in Technical writing, ship terminology, blueprint reading, math with a thorough understanding of geometry, statistical analysis knowledge, knowledge of Microsoft with emphasis on XLs.
Good communication skills (both verbal and written).
Problem solving skills.
Ability to work and make decisions with minimal supervision.
Knowledge of trade skills.
Understanding of dimensional control techniques.
Familiarity with the use of advanced optical alignment equipment including Laser Tracker, Total Station, and advanced analytical software.
Ability to lead improvement initiatives within department.

Nice To Haves

Design or Accuracy Control Experience.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage the implementation of the company’s ABCM program within Production on all new (appropriate) contracts.
Develop and analyze all collected forms of Accuracy Control data while functioning as a specialist for various specific technical disciplines within the Accuracy Control Group.
Use collected information to ensure the accuracy of constructed assemblies, create process improvements, and instigate detail design changes, where necessary, to improve NASSCO’s Production Processes.
Conduct field surveys using various Metrology instruments and analyze resulting data & develop reports using Metrology software.
May be assigned duties and or tasks requiring Engineer skills and responsibilities within the department.
Serve as a highly effective point of contact (within specific discipline) in department.
Use, coordinate, and train other AC Technicians in use of Metrology Instrumentation and analytical software incl. Laser Tracker and Total Station functions.
Supervise 10 people (Accuracy control Analyst).
Manage a Budget for 20,000 hrs, $1,000,000.
Represent Company business.
Provide guidance to the trades in matters concerning dimensional control and alignment of assembly units.
Work closely with Production Managers, Supervisor, and line personnel.
Interface with Engineering groups, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Bodies, and other disciplines as required.
Work independently within performance guidelines established by supervisor.
Participate in the planning and manage the implementation of the AHCM (Safe Hull Const. Monitoring) process within in all stages of construction at the start of new contract where required.
Conduct field surveys using 3D instrumentation to collect Metrology data.
Develop analysis and reports on the collected data with various software tools.
Collect and document Process Control, Shrinkage Control and Dimensional Control Data.
Prepare and distribute source inspection check sheets.
Measure and verify alignment of steel assemblies.
Gather dimensional variance and analyze data.
Perform optical alignment/surveying.
Follow and develop Accuracy Control standards and procedures.
Organize, conduct, and document special studies examining the accuracy of NASSCO’s processes.
Record data and produce written reports.
Communicate results of field surveys in a timely manner.
Follow all NASSCO safety procedures.
Write Accuracy Control process control procedures.
Other responsibilities and duties as assigned.