SUPERINTENDENT TEST & TRIALS

Huntington Ingalls•Pascagoula, MS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re building tomorrow’s fleet today With more than 11,000 employees, HII’s Ingalls Shipbuilding division is the largest manufacturing employer in Mississippi and a major contributor to the economic growth of Alabama. For nearly 85 years, we’ve designed, built and maintained amphibious ships, destroyers, and cutters for the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard. The largest supplier of U.S. Navy surface combatants, we’re simultaneously building four classes of ships and have pioneered the development and production of technologically advanced, highly capable ships for the surface Navy fleet for decades. Think that’s cool? Keep reading: The RoleManages Propulsion, Auxiliaries, Deck Gear & Weapons Handling , and Damage Control on assigned Contract(s). Reviews and authenticates all Test Procedures, Command Media Work Instructions and Procedures, Critical Processes and other engineering operational and major vendor test documents to assure that testing can be performed in a practical and economic manner. Ensures the proper preparation of propulsion, major auxiliaries, electronics/weapons/assault and preventive maintenance requirements prior to sea trials. Ensures completion of all dockside tests prior to sea trials for all ship’s equipment. Directs the recording and authentication of data required by test documents; supports Quality Assurance in the certification and verification of test completions. Provides Security Watches to maintain adequate damage control on waterborne vessels; ensures that a 24-hour surveillance inspection is conducted of all floating vessels’ "wet" spaces and other specified spaces.Coordinates vendor activities pertaining to HM&E equipment installed aboard the vessel, ensuring control of test status and re-entry control. Initiates rip outs when required and prescribes re-test requirements. Executes Rip outs and ensures Mechanical Tag-Outs are properly enforced and maintained as required by test and retest work instructions and procedures. Determines manpower/skill levels, equipment, special requirements and budget limitations; and evaluates performance concerning predicted completion dates, budget overruns and quality deficiencies. Additional common management responsibilities as listed in Shipbuilding Management Charter 0001 within command media (SBMC 0001) and applicants should review the Charter and policies and procedures before applying for position. Must HaveHigh School Diploma and 8 years of experience with 4 years in a craft management role. Must be willing to work any shift.Nice to HaveComputer skills (MS Office and MS Project).Why HII We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.

Requirements

High School Diploma and 8 years of experience with 4 years in a craft management role.
Must be willing to work any shift.

Nice To Haves

Computer skills (MS Office and MS Project).

Responsibilities

Manages Propulsion, Auxiliaries, Deck Gear & Weapons Handling , and Damage Control on assigned Contract(s).
Reviews and authenticates all Test Procedures, Command Media Work Instructions and Procedures, Critical Processes and other engineering operational and major vendor test documents to assure that testing can be performed in a practical and economic manner.
Ensures the proper preparation of propulsion, major auxiliaries, electronics/weapons/assault and preventive maintenance requirements prior to sea trials.
Ensures completion of all dockside tests prior to sea trials for all ship’s equipment.
Directs the recording and authentication of data required by test documents; supports Quality Assurance in the certification and verification of test completions.
Provides Security Watches to maintain adequate damage control on waterborne vessels; ensures that a 24-hour surveillance inspection is conducted of all floating vessels’ "wet" spaces and other specified spaces.
Coordinates vendor activities pertaining to HM&E equipment installed aboard the vessel, ensuring control of test status and re-entry control.
Initiates rip outs when required and prescribes re-test requirements.
Executes Rip outs and ensures Mechanical Tag-Outs are properly enforced and maintained as required by test and retest work instructions and procedures.
Determines manpower/skill levels, equipment, special requirements and budget limitations; and evaluates performance concerning predicted completion dates, budget overruns and quality deficiencies.
Additional common management responsibilities as listed in Shipbuilding Management Charter 0001 within command media (SBMC 0001) and applicants should review the Charter and policies and procedures before applying for position.