Program Representative - Construction Support (2nd Shift)

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Groton, CT

About The Position

The Program Representative will coordinate, manage, and execute Maintenance & Modernization work under contracts with NAVSEA, NUWC, and other sponsors and partners. The position combines program management and technical oversight, primarily supporting the USS HARTFORD (SSN 768) Engineered Overhaul (EOH). The successful candidate will develop strategies to win competitive solicitations; plan and execute CNO maintenance availabilities; coordinate work in Groton and at off-site locations; and manage work safely, on schedule, within budget, and to required quality standards. The role may also involve managing modernization work performed in Naval Shipyards. The candidate will coordinate across EB sites and subcontractors, resolve emergent issues, manage work paper, material, and GFI/GFE, support off-site operations, and maintain program databases and associated workflow programs. They will ensure work follows applicable specifications, drawings, work procedures, and company policies. Travel to other shipyards may be required, at less than 10%, in the continental United States, Hawaii, or the Far East. The role requires engagement with all levels of management and waterfront organizations—including Planning, Operations, Engineering, Purchasing, Test, Contracts, Finance, Ship’s Force, SUPSHIP Groton, and PMS 392—to report progress, manage issues, and obtain support from functional organizations. The candidate should be a motivated self-starter able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment, independently and collaboratively, across EB and the broader submarine enterprise. The position is identified as second shift.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher.
At least 5 years of experience in EB departments such as Program Office, Operations, Engineering, Planning, Contracts, Finance, or Ship's Management, or a combination of these.
Strong work ethic, communication skills, and organizational skills; ability to work independently.
Knowledge of systems such as SPARS, EWP, ARTEMIS, ELECTRONIC DESKTOP, and 7G.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to work with engineering, test, and management personnel, as well as other civilian and Navy personnel.
Ability to travel periodically to off-site locations as required.
Strong verbal and written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Word and Excel.
Physical ability to climb, crawl, kneel, and twist.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering.
Experience with EB Overhaul and Repair engineering, operations, or contracts.
Experience with project management and cost performance metrics.
Knowledge of submarine maintenance, particularly safety, work execution procedures, program management, and availability certification.
Experience with availability certification and Submarine Availability Completion Manual requirements.
Desire to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Motivation to drive collaboration across multiple internal and external organizations.
Proven ability to solve problems independently and collaborate with teammates.

Responsibilities

Coordinate, manage, and execute Maintenance & Modernization work through contracts with NAVSEA, NUWC, and other sponsors and partners.
Develop and implement strategies to win competitive solicitations.
Plan and execute CNO maintenance availabilities.
Coordinate work in Groton, at off-site locations, between EB sites, and among subcontractors.
Manage work execution safely, on time, within budget, and to required quality standards, at Groton or remote locations.
Resolve emergent issues to support scheduled work.
Manage work paper, material, and GFI/GFE, and support off-site operations.
Maintain program databases and associated workflow programs.
Manage modernization work performed in Naval Shipyards when applicable.
Ensure work conforms to specifications, drawings, work procedures, and company policies.
Engage with management and waterfront organizations to report progress, manage issues, and seek functional support.
Travel to other shipyards as needed; travel is stated as less than 10%.