Test & Evaluation Engineer I

Austal • Mobile, AL

6d

About The Position

Implement the Test and Evaluation programs for LCS and JHSV programs. Responsible for managing the evaluation, recommendation and implementation of testing procedures and strategies for systems, components or modifications. Acts as an advisor to the Test Engineering Team regarding tasks, operations and will act as a liaison to other engineering functions. Must support multiple shipbuilding programs test planning and execution Be cognizant of cost and schedule relative to the programs assigned Support meetings between the customer and contractor regarding testing Support Program Test Team Meetings Update and supply data to maintain Test Metrics Assist the Trials Coordinator for ALL sea trial events

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in the field of writing, scheduling shipboard test and Finalizing Test Reports or 3-5 years’ experience in related area such as test execution, engineering support of test or related industrial experience required.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within a particular field.
• Ability to plan and develop testing strategies based on extensive experience and judgment.
• A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Familiar with commonly used shipboard concepts, practices and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand ship construction drawings, schematics and equipment operating procedures.
• Must be able to ensure systems readiness for operation and be able to understand how marine equipment should operate.
• Ability to read, understand and fill out engineering logs properly.
• Must possess an in-depth and extensive understanding of mechanical and electrical propulsion and electrical power generation equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of INSURV and testing modalities on modern Naval Shipbuilding programs.
• Ability to lead and instruct others during operational events.
• Must be able to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance.
• Must be able to tour all vessels and work sites.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb and balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear.
• Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel.
• Perform prolonged standing.
• Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis.
• Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis.
• Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis.
• Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis.
• Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps).
• Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts.
• Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead).
• Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment.
• Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles.
• Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment.
• Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards.
• Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures.
• Ability to enter 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.
• Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands.
• Able to utilize adequate visual skills.
• Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down.
• Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers.
• Must comply with company, federal, state, and local safety and environmental rules and regulations while performing daily job tasks.
• Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check Equal Employment Commitment Any qualified individual with a disability who is having difficulty in completing an application because of incompatible technology or other disability-related application issues may contact us at the following phone number for assistance: 251-445-1932. Austal’s commitment to equal employment opportunity applies at all levels of employment, in all job titles, including the executive level, and to all employment actions, including but not limited to decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, training, and promotion.

Nice To Haves

• Prior Coast Guard, Navy or merchant mariners experience a major plus for this position.

Responsibilities

• Implement the Test and Evaluation programs for LCS and JHSV programs.
• Responsible for managing the evaluation, recommendation and implementation of testing procedures and strategies for systems, components or modifications.
• Acts as an advisor to the Test Engineering Team regarding tasks, operations and will act as a liaison to other engineering functions.
• Must support multiple shipbuilding programs test planning and execution
• Be cognizant of cost and schedule relative to the programs assigned
• Support meetings between the customer and contractor regarding testing
• Support Program Test Team Meetings
• Update and supply data to maintain Test Metrics
• Assist the Trials Coordinator for ALL sea trial events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees