Shipyard Installation and Test Specialist

About the role

This position is based at the Electric Boat shipyard and plays a critical role in ensuring the successful installation, integration, and testing of mission-critical, strategic Fire Control Systems aboard the Navy's next generation submarines. The role is initially located at the Quonset Point RI Electric Boat facility with frequent travel required to the Groton CT Electric Boat facility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the installation and integration of mechanical, electrical, and fiber optic components of the GDMS Fire Control Systems aboard the COLUMBIA class submarines.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures to validate system functionality and performance, ensuring compliance with Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), GDMS, and Navy standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues that arise during installation and testing, working collaboratively with GDMS support teams, Electric Boat shipyard teams, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Carry out equipment field modifications, inspections, and quality checks to ensure proper system installation, alignment, and compliance with design specifications utilizing strong procedural compliance skills.
• Maintain detailed documentation of installation and testing activities, including problem reports, test results, configuration changes, and relevant meeting minutes.
• Develop documentation and/or take part in peer reviews of relevant engineering documentation required to support shipyard work.
• Communicate regularly with GDMS engineering support and management, Electric Boat personnel, government/military contacts, and various other external program stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related specialized area/field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree.
• CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Department of Defense Secret security clearance is preferred at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.