SSNA Propulsion Plant Electrical Systems Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat • Groton, CT

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About The Position

The SSNA Power Distribution Group is seeking engineers to support development of a new electric plant design for the next generation of UK fast attack submarines. The group is developing a cost-effective, power-dense electric plant architecture that uses current solid-state power electronics for power conversion, system protection, and coordination.

The role supports development of the SSNA electric plant, including design, performance, cost, and ship trade studies; analysis of key components; interface development; and review of developmental component requirements. It also involves developing and using next-generation electric plant models, such as MATLAB/Simulink, and managing component vendor efforts through scoping, technical-document reviews, and performance tracking. The development effort builds on previous submarine programs by optimizing existing characteristics, integrating lessons learned, and deploying advanced features for the new platform’s propulsion system needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Nuclear Engineering, or Computer Science, obtained by May 2027.
• 0–5 years of post-graduate engineering experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance through the Department of Defense.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products: Word, Excel, Project, OneNote, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work independently and within a team, and interact with other engineering disciplines and design and operations communities.
• Above-average written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to establish and cultivate relationships with customers and suppliers.
• Ability to adapt to emergent tasks and drive them to completion.
• Willingness to work nights and weekends as needed to meet a demanding schedule and deliver first-time-quality products on time.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering.
• Experience with MATLAB tools.
• Previous experience developing electric plant systems and components, particularly power electronics.
• Knowledge of rotating machines, such as turbine generators.

Responsibilities

• Support development of the SSNA electric plant for the next-generation attack submarine.
• Support design, performance, cost, and ship trade studies.
• Analyze key components, develop interfaces, and review developmental component requirements.
• Develop and use next-generation electric plant models, such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Manage component vendor efforts, including developing scoping, reviewing vendor technical documents, and tracking vendor performance.

What This Job Offers

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