Engineer - Comm Systems

OverviewD440 is a unique engineering organization with a range of responsibilities. Specific projects could include developing requirements, working with suppliers to develop new components, overseeing component qualification testing, supporting shipboard construction and test, and supporting the fleet with troubleshooting once the system is in use. To do this, engineers will interface with engineers of various disciplines, Electric Boat management, Electric Boat Program Offices, Navy Laboratories, SUPSHIP, and NAVSEA.The successful candidate will serve as technical lead for one or more electromechanical devices that are critical to the system. Responsibilities include:Developing, communicating, and verifying requirementsLeading multidisciplinary engineering evaluationsSupporting design, construction, installation, test, certification, and delivery activitiesProviding subcontractor managementPerforming engineering troubleshootingProviding technical expertise to component engineers in the departmentCapturing lessons learned and best practices, and incorporating them into the flow of workQualificationsRequired:Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Marine, Structural, or Civil Engineering5+ years of post-graduate engineering experienceThe ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearancePreferred:Master's degree in mechanical or electrical engineeringExperience with signal processingExperience in subcontractor managementExperience in system design, component design, qualification, and integrationExperience reading and interpreting engineering drawings, electrical diagrams, construction drawings, equipment drawings, and vendor equipment manualsFamiliarity with shipbuilding specifications, technical manuals, and other source documentationExperience in ship constructionFamiliarity with submarine design, qualification, and constructionWillingness to travel occasionally, typically less than 5% of the timeSkillsFunctioning independently with significant individual judgment as well as in a team environmentWillingness to work in laboratory and production environmentsExpertise in electromechanical component design, structural analysis, finite element analysis, signal processing, or other analysis related skillsAn aptitude for analyzing complex problems, identifying root causes, and developing effective solutionsTask management skills to coordinate, direct, and participate in diverse design evolutions and troubleshooting effortsThe ability to communicate with management and technical personnel at EB, our vendors, and our customersA capability to work against deadlines or prioritize work assignments accordingly.