Experienced Component Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

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About The Position

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking an experienced engineer to support the design, construction, and maintenance of submarines for the U.S. Navy. D372 Component Engineering designs and develops propulsion plant and non-propulsion components for new-design fast-attack programs in the VIRGINIA Class and next-generation attack boat SSN(X). Components include diesel generators, pumps, condensers, heat exchangers, valves, hydraulic components, atmosphere control equipment, and other engineered components.

Component Engineers perform project-management tasks such as program planning; developing specifications and procedures; preparing technical correspondence; reviewing technical manuals and vendor deliverables; coordinating with other Electric Boat departments; supporting qualification and production testing; overseeing suppliers; and controlling cost and schedule. The role involves regular interaction with engineering disciplines, management, naval personnel, prime contractor technical personnel, vendors, purchasing and supply-chain teams, quality control, trades, and other Electric Boat support personnel.

Flexible work arrangements may allow some work to be performed remotely or at home. Availability varies by position based on factors including the amount of classified material handled by the department; applicants are encouraged to ask the department for details.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Marine Engineering.
• At least 5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to write and review technical correspondence effectively.
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment and work as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Marine Engineering.
• Component development experience.
• Program and/or project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop propulsion plant and non-propulsion components for new-design fast-attack submarine programs.
• Perform program planning and related project-management tasks.
• Develop specifications and procedures.
• Prepare technical correspondence and review technical manuals.
• Coordinate with other Electric Boat departments and relevant internal and external stakeholders.
• Review vendor deliverables, including drawings, design reports, procedures, technical correspondence, calculations, and test reports.
• Support qualification and production testing.
• Oversee suppliers.
• Control project cost and schedule.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level