Mechanical Test Supervisor - Virginia Class

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Groton, CT

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The role of a D272 Test Supervisor is vital to the success of the day to day operations in the Shipyard Test Organization. Being a Test Supervisor is a difficult and tasking job based on the volume of work, the technical knowledge required and the level of responsibility that goes along with keeping their tester directors safe in addition to testing and certifying a Nuclear Powered Submarine. Shipyard Test is a learning organization built on the nuclear watchstanding principles that have shaped our STO Pillars. One should feel proud to be selected to take on that enormous responsibility.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Candidates must meet one of the following: 4+ years of relevant mechanical test or Shipyard Test experience OR 4+ years of previous mechanical/supervisory experience OR 4+ years Navy experience
Lockout / Tagout
Leadership skills
Communication skills (written/verbal)
Ability to interact with all levels of management
Team interaction and communication
Candidate should possess demonstrated skills of interpersonal competence facilitating effective relationships between internal / external customers
Ability to work with human resources teams to effectively monitor and manage performance of hourly employees.

Nice To Haves

Post High School Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex projects in a team environment
Naval training and experience

Responsibilities

Provide daily mentorship to new and experienced Test Directors
Strict adherence to all policies, test procedures, CONOPs initiatives, and Test Manager Directives
Achieve and maintain qualifications: Work Controls, 6010, S&EP, NNSTE
Complete ownership over Steam & Electric Plant and Hull, Mechanical & Electrical Test Forms through daily review of data, partial closeout to Key Event, and final completion for certification
Effective time management skills to include attendance at Start-up meeting, shift to shift turnover, rotation of weekend coverage when required for test execution
Drive employee engagement through valuing team members ideas, contributions and dedication to delivering our product to the US NAVY
Evaluate the performance of personnel and make recommendations for advancement, training or discipline.
Plan Operations Worklist (OWL) 24 hours prior to execution
Partner with Assistant Chief Test Eng and Chief Test Engineer for testing to be planned within a 3 week window
Partner with Ships Force, Nuclear Test, and Trade General Foreman for interdepartmental support in testing
Complete daily review of liabilities and resolve items along the critical and controlling path
Review & authorize necessary tagouts to perform testing and RIPOUT work
Ensure test direct training is up to date to meet all testing requirements
Complete all necessary briefings to Train / Brief / Certify your team to execute on the deckplate
Provide direct supervision of test technicians’ activities on the ship
Ensure all Electric Boat policies and procedures are adhered to
Maintain formal detailed logs on all work completed and test interruptions encountered
Review Ripout retest and/or Test Form data before signing work complete
Review teams labor charging for accuracy prior to end of shift
Progress work orders in OWL with ACTE/CTE concurrence