Designer / On-Site Representative (OSR), Norfolk, VA

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works•Norfolk, VA

3d•$37 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

The Designer / On-Site Representative serves as a liaison supporting the local PMR, SWRMC, and their Installing Agents with installation of maintenance and modernization alterations during ships’ scheduled CNO availabilities. The role also supports emergent waterfront issues and interfaces directly with waterfront customers, Ship’s Force, and GDBIW Engineers and Designers in Maine. This is a year-round position located in Norfolk, Virginia. The role requires regular visits to ships and work in an industrial environment, including physical activities such as climbing, kneeling, bending, carrying a backpack, and occasionally squeezing between cabinets or into tight spaces. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a government security clearance, including an interim clearance within the first 45 days of hire.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
At least seven years of design experience; or a bachelor’s degree with two years of design experience; or an associate or vocational school degree with four years of design experience.
Ability to interpret and follow technical procedures, standards, and work instructions.
Proficiency in developing designs in AutoCAD.
Knowledge of DDG-class ships and shipboard systems.
Proficiency in moderate-to-complex development work, problem solving, and reviewing/checking another employee’s work.
Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with little oversight.
Ability to represent Bath Iron Works autonomously and professionally.
Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a government security clearance, including an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire.
Ability to perform the physical activities required for regular ship visits in an industrial environment, including climbing, kneeling, bending, carrying a backpack, and occasionally entering tight spaces.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
Marine design or liaison experience may be required.
Design background with multidisciplinary experience.
Credit may be given for graphic arts or computer information systems experience.

Responsibilities

Act as a liaison supporting the local PMR, SWRMC, and their Installing Agents during installation of maintenance and modernization alterations in ships’ scheduled CNO availabilities.
Support emergent waterfront issues.
Interface directly with the customer on the waterfront, Ship’s Force, and GDBIW Engineers and Designers in Maine.
Visit ships regularly and work in an industrial environment.