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Test Engineer - Systems - Military Veterans

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Test Engineer - Systems

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2024-14023
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

Construction Support Engineering (D460) has an opportunity for a highly motivated experienced Test Engineer for the test development group in D460. This job would be to coordinate the development, review, and issuance of VA and Columbia test forms, CSDs and flushing diagrams. This job would require continuous interaction between many engineering departments and organizations within Electric Boat and the Government. The Test Development group of D460 works with all aspects of the Hull, Mechanical & Electrical disciplines, as well as Non-Propulsion Electronics and the Steam and Electric Plant.The Test Development Test Engineer position presents the unique opportunity to get involved with the new construction test development and maintenance for the VIRGINIA Program, including Virginia Payload Module and Subsea and Seabed Warfare, as well as the COLUMBIA program.

Position responsibilities include representing D460 Test Engineering at various meetings multiple times a week and communicating with all engineering groups on the identification and prioritization tests based on program and shipyard needs. The Engineer is expected to help with test development and change processing for all D460 test products.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Working with Design and Waterfront engineering groups to solve test related issues
  • Review test procedures and products for design updates
  • Working with end users to improve test products (Shipyard Test, Trades, and government)
  • Working with Teamcenter for product reviews
  • Develop, review, and implement changes from Engineering Reports, Diagram Changes, and official correspondence

Responsibilities

  • The candidate must possess strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.
  • Candidate must be highly motivated, take initiative, and be able to perform independently, as well as interact with other groups and organizations in a team environment.

Qualifications

Required:
  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Prior military or related testing experience or, in lieu of experience, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related technology discipline
Preferred:
  • Knowledge of construction drawings, system diagrams, test forms, and dispositioning ERs, TIRs, or CPRs.
  • Proficiency with Teamcenter.
  • Project management experience.

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Groton, CT

General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company.

Our portfolio spans the realm of the world's most technologically advanced business jets, wheeled combat vehicles, command and control systems and nuclear submarines. We offer these through our five business groups: Aerospace, Combat Systems, Information Technology, Mission Systems and Marine Systems.

General Dynamics employs thousands of people across the globe, with locations in more than 45 countries. We rely on the skills of our employees and their knowledge of customer requirements to deliver best-in-class products and services.

Who We Are Looking For 

General Dynamics is seeking military veterans and military spouses across the country who bring a deeply rooted skillset that includes team-oriented approaches to problem-solving, demonstrations of leadership and an overall commitment to the mission of the organization.  We recognize the knowledge and skills gained during your military experience are invaluable to the success of a team. We’re proud of the thousands of veterans and military professionals who have chosen to apply their leadership, teamwork and problem-solving skills to a career at General Dynamics and to continue supporting the mission of those serving today.

Should I Apply?

At General Dynamics, our employees are the heart of our company. We rely on their dedication to excellence and their intimate knowledge of customer requirements to meet the needs of customers around the globe, day in and day out. Our employees' unique blend of skill, innovation and agility drives our continued success, and we take our responsibility to them seriously. If you are a military veteran or military spouse ready to advance your career, view our available career opportunities to the right for more information and to apply today!

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