Design Engineer II

About the role

Develops Task Group Instructions (TGIs) within the Production Engineering department to support various submarine maintenance availabilities. Requires experience with the preparation and review of technical material for publication in both paper and electronic formats. Daily use of technical manuals, equipment manuals, operating and maintenance instructions/manuals, database entry, parts lists, assembly instructions, and reports.

Responsibilities

• Complete the planner qualification card Sections I, II, III to write Non-SUBSAFE and NON-SOC work (TGIs).
• Research and develop technical work documents (TGIs) (Non-SUBSAFE) for the restoration/repair of various shipboard components through the review of applicable drawings and references.
• Research and develop technical work documents (TGIs) (Non-SUBSAFE) with a minimum of structural or pipe welding through the review of applicable drawings and references.
• Proper use and familiarity with UIPIs, Navy Standard Items, OII-MSD Submarine & Deep Submergence Systems Quality Assurance Manual, OII-MSD Process Instructions as defined by OII-MSD PI Training Matrix with emphasis on PI-012, 021, 024, 025, 026, 059 & 064.
• Conduct all necessary research, including reading source material, using the ATIS application software, and working with other subject matter experts (SMEs).
• Print all available drawings/references in ATIS applicable to the task for inclusion in the work package for on-site use; obtain applicable ASW/CS Test Procedures and specifications/standards for inclusion in the package.
• Read, understand, and interpret blueprints, drawings, schematics, and specifications to determine task requirements.
• Review and maintain the master database of TGIs on electronic media for task assignment and TGI status updates for configuration management in accordance with published procedures.
• Use strong research abilities with WWW search engines, databases, ATIS, and other available resources.
• Understand all phases in the process of developing/issuing a TGI from assignment, development, review, issue, and maintenance of the final TGI.
• Progress towards completion of the planner qualification card for Planner II.

Requirements

• Education: BS in an engineering discipline; or AS in an engineering discipline with additional vocational courses in pipefitting, plumbing, or hydraulic systems practice and theory; or High School/GED with Apprenticeship Diploma; or ten years military and/or civilian experience with Naval Submarine systems repair, modification, or installation in a repair department or shipyard.
• Five years’ experience in writing maintenance, operations, troubleshooting, and testing procedures (Task Group Instructions (TGIs), Formal Work Procedures (FWPs), Controlled Work Procedures (CWPs)).
• In-depth working knowledge of Submarine HM&E systems (repair/installation practices, procedures, alignments, troubleshooting, welding, brazing, etc.), Combat System (VLS and torpedo stowage, handling, launching components & associated systems and the 3” Launcher system, Sail, Mast, and antennas systems).
• Display knowledge of UIPIs, Navy Standard Items, MILSPEC, Level 1, and SUBSAFE requirements.
• Experienced with technical documentation development and editing of large-scale systems for both commercial and military customers; engineering background desired.
• In-depth working knowledge of AIM work breakdown is a plus.

Skills

• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact successfully at all levels of the Company and subcontractor organization.
• Familiarity with Government publication standards for specifications and manuals.
• Well-developed application software skills in Windows environment, with emphasis in Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills.
• Familiarity with HM&E systems, Combat System (VLS and torpedo stowage, handling, launching components & associated systems and the 3” Launcher system, Sail, Mast, and antennas systems).
• Familiarity with NAVSEA 0924-062-0010, Submarine Safety (SUBSAFE) Requirements Manual; OII-MSD PI-012, Task Group Instruction Development and Control; OII-MSD Surface Ship Quality Assurance Manual & OII-MSD PI-039, Re-Entry Control Process.
• Knowledge of SS800-AG-MAN-010/P-9290, System Certification Procedures And Criteria Manual For Deep Submergence Systems, is a plus.

Working Conditions

• Almost exclusively indoors during the day and occasionally at night.
• Occasional exposure to airborne dust in the workplace.
• Work surface is stable (flat).
• This position is considered OFFICE WORK and LIGHT work in terms of physical demands.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package including Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

$78,000.00 - $105,000.00