Engineer Supervisor - Comm Systems - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Engineer Supervisor - Comm Systems
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2024-13981
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
Department 440 Payload Launch Control Special Projects is responsible for the design development, test, and lifecycle support of special project payload systems on SEAWOLF and VIRGINIA class submarines. The department also manages subcontractor development that support these payload handling systems. Department 440 specializes in the areas of Systems, Hardware, Test, and Platform Integration work. We work with our internal partners developing electrical design products, software, and Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) products.
The systems engineering team is responsible for the design and development of embedded systems that control movement of payloads in and out of the submarine. The highest attention to detail is necessary since these systems support mission requirements and must be operated safely and reliably. The team follows the systems engineering V-Model. Systems engineering is responsible for developing and maintaining concept of operations, and requirements specifications. They also conduct the risk management program, perform project planning and subcontractor management. The team will support integration and test of these system at an integrated test facility and shipboard. The team conducts project management both in agile and waterfall methodologies
The department is hiring a second systems supervisor to reduce the current system supervisors span of control from 20 to 10 employees. The responsibility spilt between the two groups may be influenced by the qualifications of the successful candidate.
The successful candidate will also be responsible for hiring and staffing of their group and for developing their employees.
The department offers flexible working arrangements including part-time teleworking. Occasional travel may be required to participate in meetings with the Government and subcontractors.
Responsibilities
- Teamwork
- Written and Oral Communication
- Listening and Understanding Others
- Managing Priorities
- Time Management
- Strategic Thinking
- Continuous Improvement
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
- A minimum of 5 years of systems engineering experience
- A minimum of 3 years leadership experience
- Secret security clearance
- Willingness to apply for and obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance
Preferred:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Systems, Electrical, or Computer Engineering
- Working knowledge of JIRA or similar tool set for project management
- Experience with project management and Earned Value Management System
- Experience managing vendors and subcontractors
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance
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Groton, CT
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.
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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.
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