General Dynamics Electric Boat

Overview

Electric Boat is overseeing the construction of the Integrated Propulsion System (IPS) Motor Module for future COLUMBIA Class Submarines at a vendor site in Philadelphia, PA. The D489 CLB Propulsion Engineering team is seeking experienced candidates to support construction and testing of IPS components.

Responsibilities

• Provide design and deck plate support for main propulsion system equipment during motor module construction.
• Support pre-production equipment and components during motor module test programs as needed.
• Determine the root cause of IPS issues and correct deficiencies to minimize construction interruptions.
• Perform surveillances of work being performed under area of cognizance.
• Act as a primary Electric Boat contact for on-site IPS component suppliers.
• Support development of IPS engineering directions.
• Assist with issue resolution of COLUMBIA specific equipment at other locations.
• Support construction activities and shipboard integration at Electric Boat manufacturing facilities.
• Gather data to support development of COLUMBIA IPS design and documentation improvements.
• Interface with technical and management personnel at NAVSEA, NNL, NSWC, and vendors.
• Support IPS test programs as applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related technical field is required.
• 0 – 1 years of post-graduate engineering experience is required.
• Masters of Science or Engineering degree is preferred.
• 1 - 5 years of COLUMBIA or VA engineering experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of COLUMBIA IPS component and system designs is preferred.
• Prior experience supporting COLUMBIA IPS component work is preferred.
• Experience working with NAVSEA/NNL is preferred.
• Multi-disciplinary systems engineering experience is preferred.
• Experience with MIL Standards is preferred.
• Experience in control systems, power electronics, or thermal analysis is preferred.
• Experience supporting deck plate work evolutions is preferred.

Additional Information

• The position is permanent and onsite in Philadelphia, PA.
• Candidates will complete a 3 to 6 month training rotation in New London, CT.
• Internal transfers will receive a relocation package and a 15% site differential bonus.
• The position supports 16/5 up to 24/7 construction and testing as required.