Mechanical Engineer - Senior/Spec/Principal

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Engineers will support design, test, and construction efforts for the LOS ANGELES, OHIO, SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA and COLUMBIA Classes of Submarines. There are three functional areas providing engineering support for submarine safety (SUBSAFE) requirements, underwater explosion (UNDEX) large vehicle shock test programs and fastener engineering.

Requirements

• BS/MS/Technical degree in mechanical or marine engineering.
• 5+ years engineering experience.
• Willingness to work nights or weekends when needed to support schedules.
• Position may require travel.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
• Highly motivated, perform independently, as well as interact with other groups and organizations in an engineering environment.

Nice To Haves

• Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering

Responsibilities

• Ensuring that all work performed on submarines comply with all SUBSAFE requirements.
• Conducting internal audits, training, developing “Design Review Procedure” booklets, developing class and ship design reports, developing and maintaining class SUBSAFE test form certification lists, developing the class submarine sea trail certification booklet/SUBSAFE certification audit plan, reviewing the submarine safety certification boundary book, as well as monitoring SUBSAFE deviations and waivers.
• Concept, design, procurement, fabrication and installation of equipment into various underwater shock test vehicles.
• Supporting test operations at a government shock test site and documentation of the test results.
• Providing guidance on calculation methods, drawing and specification requirements and fastener applications that include whole ship and company fastener issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree