Entry Level Communications Systems Test Engineer - Ship Control

General Dynamics Electric BoatGroton, CT
Hybrid

About The Position

Ship Control develops in-house electronic systems and integrates vendor/government supplied equipment to support the VA/CLB Ship Control System (SCS), VA/CLB Monitoring Systems, and the VA/CLB Portable Ship Control Systems (PSCS). The selected candidate will be part of a high-performing, detail-oriented team that fulfills engineering tasks related to initial hardware production, shipboard installation, test, delivery, and at-sea testing of Ship Control components. For delivered submarines, the group provides fleet support to resolve operational problems. Additionally, the candidate will serve as a POC for various Special Emphasis Program audits, e.g. NAVSEA Certification, NAVSEA Physical Configuration Audit (PCA), and Fly-by-Wire Ship Control System (FBW SCS).

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 0-4 years of relevant experience in waterfront or life cycle

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in testing and/or operations of Electronics Systems
  • Knowledge of submarine construction and test philosophies is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Leading the systems engineering effort to develop, build, install and certify Ship Control upgrades during Overhaul & Repair availabilities
  • Serve as a consultant to the Ship Control Hardware design team
  • Working with component engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and resolve problems on the deck plates, up to and including initial shipbuilder sea trials.
  • Overseeing production testing of components and systems
  • Developing troubleshooting procedures and technical documentation to support new construction
  • Providing input, as required, to support development of logistics products
  • Instructing trade personnel in accordance with strict Fly-By-Wire (FBW) quality requirements and division process directives
  • Providing technical input for test form development, as required
  • Engineering review and approval of Design Disclosures
  • Development and production support of Ship Control Electrical Components

Benefits

  • Flexible Work Arrangements that allows some work to be performed remotely and at home.
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