Strategic Weapon Systems (SWS) Test Engineer

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Groton, CT

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Strategic Weapons System Test Engineer must proactively prepare for and execute assigned Strategic Weapon System Testing for the COLUMBIA new construction submarine, in a safe and efficient manner. This position will be on 2nd or 3rd shift. The role involves conducting thorough job hazard analyses and briefings, ensuring safety tagout and re-entry control procedures are in place, and certifying prerequisites before commencing tests. Responsibilities include evaluating recorded data, conducting effective shift turnovers, verifying retest requirements, documenting test delays and non-conformances, performing test procedure reviews, leading test execution, and managing test data collection and certification. The engineer will also qualify as and execute duties of a Test Director & Shift Test Director, reporting to their Test Supervisor or Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE). Specific duties include coordination of testing between interfacing departments, testing of piping systems & tanks, hydraulic operations, electrical cable integrity checks, tracking trade installations, supporting GFE component installation and inspections, supporting extended testing durations and shift work, processing ripouts for re-entry control, and performing testing in accordance with specific Navy outlines and plans.

Requirements

2+ years of System test experience or Technical background
High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Nice To Haves

Mechanical system test experience to include fluid or air system flush and hydrostatic testing
Electrical/Electronic system test experience, including fiber optic cabling
Electromechanical system operation and grooming
Previous Shipyard supervision, test or equivalent Navy experience
Experience with the Navy Tagout system and/or Non-shipboard Lockout Tagout system
Proficiency in management of multiple tasks
Coordination and direction of cross functional teams
Strong troubleshooting skills and logical thinking
Ability to plan and work closely with engineering and design

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough job hazard analyses and briefings to ensure personnel and equipment safety.
Ensure proper safety tagout and re-entry control procedures are in place and strictly adhered to.
Certify all prerequisites are fully met prior to commencing a test.
Evaluate recorded data for conformance to test procedure requirements/specifications.
Conduct effective shift turnovers to maximize downstream work efficiency.
Verify retest requirements are properly executed & certified.
Document, publish and track test delays and non-conformances.
Perform Test Procedure review for accuracy and completeness.
Lead test execution, and manage effective test data collection/certification.
Qualify as, and execute all duties of a Test Director & Shift Test Director.
Coordination of Testing Between interfacing test departments (D972, D272, D441, D278, D445)
Testing of Piping Systems & Tanks (Hydrostatic, Cleanliness Flushes & Operational Testing)
Hydraulic Operations (Missile Tube Muzzle Hatches, Valve Operations & Timing of Control Valves)
Electrical Cable Integrity Checks
Tracking Trade Installations via Test Inspection Reports
Support GFE Component Installation and Inspections
Support extended testing durations and shift work (1st, 2nd and 3rd) as required to minimize schedule impacts.
Process Ripouts for Re-Entry Control establishing safety tagouts & retest requirements
Perform Testing IAW Columbia Integrated Test Requirements Outline (ITRO) and Strategic Weapon System Test Execution Plan (SWSTEP)
Qualify as a SWS Test Director and SWS Shift Test Director