Engineer - Material Construction - Military Veterans
at General Dynamics
Responsibilities for this Position
Engineer - Material Construction
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2024-12260
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
The hull coatings Engineering group is responsible for the system engineering, project management, and implementation of hull coatings and related non-metallic shipboard material systems. The primary functions include support of existing SHT and related manufacturing and installation systems, development of new materials and material concepts, and the development of new technologies for installing SHT and materials / systems on submarines and other platforms to enhance platform performance. The deck plate responsibilities involve providing support to existing installations (SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA, And Los Angeles classes) including procedure interpretation, trouble shooting, inspection and repair, as well as New Construction SHT installation support of VIRGINIA and COLUMBIA Class ships at Quonset Point, Groton, and Newport News, VA. This job will include travel between sites and vendors.
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, written and oral communication skills, presentation skills
- Proven ability to interface with all levels of management, vendors, NAVSEA, and SSGR
- Program Office/Ships Management interface
- Mechanical aptitude
This position is located at the Groton facility in Groton, CT.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelors of Science degree in Mechanical, Material, or Chemical Engineering
- 0-4 years of professional engineering experience
- Must have good computer skills and be proficient in MS Word, Excel & Power Point
- Ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance from the Department of Defense
- Experience in one of the following areas: construction trades, design-build-sustain, engineering, design, planning, testing, or demonstrated leadership positions
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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.
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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