Prototype Engineer

FWG Solutions, Inc.•Panama City Beach, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for the LCAC 100 Program. The Prototype Engineer will be responsible for the planning and test support of the U.S. Navy’s Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) program on-base. This position will complete trials, evaluations, tests and data collection for the unit.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Test/Evaluation, Systems Engineering or other related field
Active Secret Security Clearance
Eight to ten plus (8-10) years of experience in similar positions
Knowledge and experience with test planning, data analysis and instrumentation
Significant prototype experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to hold yourself and others accountable on short-term and long-term goals
Superior organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks
High level problem-solving and communication skills
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Project management principles and practices
Ability to work with various levels of personnel including senior leadership
Use of Microsoft Office software applications to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Manage and be responsible for the testing, trials and evaluations onsite
In charge of all model/prototype fabrication and testing
Ensure and deliver successful shock/vibration testing
Conduct all required and relevant data testing and reporting
Develop and maintain professional, results-oriented relationships that strengthen FWG’s reputation and support positive outcomes through documented communication, timely response, and issue resolution
Support special studies and prototype validation
Conduct deficiency correction and final test documentation
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and mission focus across the team
Other duties as related to the business functions of FWG Solutions, as assigned