Engineer - Comm Systems

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

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About The Position

D440 is a unique engineering organization with a range of responsibilities. Specific projects could include working with suppliers to develop new components, overseeing component qualification testing, supporting shipboard construction and test, and supporting the fleet with troubleshooting once the systems are in use. To do this, engineers will interface with engineers of various disciplines, Electric Boat management, Electric Boat Program Offices, Navy Laboratories, SUPSHIP, and NAVSEA. In the construction support role, engineers will interface with trade personnel, Planning, Program Office, Ship’s Management, and SUPSHIP.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Aerospace, Civil, Marine, or Structural Engineering
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense secret clearance
• 0-5 years of post graduate engineering experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Interest in learning about or had experience with electromechanical systems
• Willingness to work in laboratory and production environments
• Ability to adjust and work to priorities in a shifting environment
• Ability to function independently as well as work in a multi‐discipline team environment
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to learn and adapt to tasks that are outside of one’s knowledge base

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge in or ability to learn how read and interpret engineering drawings, electrical diagrams construction drawings, equipment drawings, and vendor equipment manuals and be familiar with shipbuilding specifications, technical manuals and other source documentation
• Experience in subcontractor management
• Experience in system component design, qualification and integration
• Experience in ship construction
• Willingness to travel occasionally, typically less than 5% of the time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees