Front Line Supervisor, Electrical Combat Test

General Dynamics - Bath Iron Works•Bath, ME

6d•$88,000 - $115,000

About The Position

The Front Line Supervisor, Electrical - Combat Test is a leadership role supporting Electrical operations at General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), the supervisor ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of trade work in support of ship and unit construction schedules. The role provides technical and resource management for Electrical activities and coaches and mentors mechanics to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness. The supervisor leads Electrical construction activities, supports Plan of the Week execution, coordinates resources with area management, and oversees quality and task completion. The role also supports operational improvements, administers the union labor contract, and uses the electronic time accounting system (WFM) to maintain employees’ time, overtime, and work order charges daily.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Must be a U.S. citizen for consideration.
Must be able to obtain a government security clearance, including an interim security clearance within the first 45 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

College-level training or military A-school electrical training.
At least 5 years of experience in marine electrical combat testing and system activation.
Experience working with test and activation procedures.
Experience working with lock-out/tag-out procedures.
Ability to work with the outside AGEIS Test Team.

Responsibilities

Champion the BIW safety culture and enforce safety standards and procedures.
Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.
Lead Electrical construction activities to support ship and unit schedules.
Monitor work quality and ensure first-time quality through oversight and training.
Support Plan of the Week execution and coordinate resources with area management.
Participate in efforts to improve efficiency and optimize operations.
Provide technical guidance and support to mechanics.
Ensure accountability for completing tasks and goals.
Understand, support, and administer the union labor contract.
Use the WFM electronic time accounting system to maintain employees’ time, overtime, and work order charges daily.
Mentor mechanics and develop their technical knowledge and ability to execute daily objectives.
Ensure procedures and process controls are documented and communicated to personnel executing tasks.
Promote continuous learning and skills development for mechanics.
Participate in BOS principles and productivity enhancements.
Focus on the quality of trade workmanship to ensure quality standards.
Use the Plan-Do-Check-Act model to sustain established improvements.