{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"a79939f794ff988bec48ed89","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a79939f794ff988bec48ed89","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/a79939f794ff988bec48ed89","title":"Engineer - Comm Systems","description":"Responsibilities for this Position\nEngineer - Comm Systems\nUS-CT-Groton\nJob ID: 2026-18588\nType: Full-Time\n# of Openings: 1\nCategory: Engineering\nEB Groton Shipyard\nOverview\nDepartment 440 Payload Launch Control Special Projects designs, develops, tests, and provides lifecycle support for specialproject payload systems on SEAWOLF and VIRGINIA Class submarines.\nThese systems rely on embedded hardware and software that safely and reliably control the movement of payloads in and out of the submarine.\nThe department also oversees subcontractor development and collaborates closely with internal partners across electrical design, software, and integrated logistics. Precision and disciplined systems engineering are essential due to the missioncritical nature of this work.\nRole Summary\nThis position supports the D440 SP Electronic Systems (Components) group, which is responsible for the design and engineering of laboratory and production electronic hardware used in payload handling and launching systems. The team develops ruggedized enclosures, embedded control systems, power distribution and supply systems, cooling solutions, networking hardware, and circuitlevel designs. Work includes prototyping, engineering development model fabrication, testing, and construction support.\nThe group also manages subcontractor activities, drafting specifications, overseeing vendor performance, and reviewing/approving technical deliverables. This role interfaces frequently with NAVSEA, NUWC, shipyards, design groups, laboratory teams, trades, the program office, other engineering disciplines, and numerous vendors.\nResponsibilities may include\n\nDesigning, developing, and integrating electronics hardware, including procurement and manufacturing support\nPrototyping new hardware designs in a laboratory environment\nDecomposing system-level requirements into hardware requirements\nCollaborating with multi-discipline engineering teams on integrated solutions\nDefining and managing system and component interfaces\nIntegrating and complex systems and hardware/software components\nValidating system functionality through hardware development, software integration and combined testing\nSupporting system integration, validation, verification, troubleshooting, and shipboard test activities\n Managing vendor tasks and contributing to project management efforts\nOccasional travel\n\nResponsibilities\n\nStrong written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills\nStrong organizational skills and the ability to function independently\nCandidates must be highly motivated team players.\nMust be able to drive and meet schedules while maintaining first time quality\n\nQualifications\nRequired:\n\nBachelor's of Science degree in Electrical, Computer, Mechanical, or Systems Engineering\n0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance\n\nPreferred:\n\nExperience with Siemens NX/Teamcenter, IBM Rational DOORS, MBSE tools, Jira, Oracle ERP, and Microsoft Project\nFamiliarity with submarine combat systems\nExperience developing arrangements, drawings, and engineering documentation\nDesign/test/build experience with a DOD contractor\nExperience with the submarine construction process\n\nPI287301019\nGeneral Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"General Dynamics","rawCompany":"general dynamics","city":"Eastern","state":"KY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-04T03:33:56.850Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","slug":"electronics-engineers-except-computer"},{"code":"17-2199.00","title":"Engineers, All Other","slug":"engineers-all-other"},{"code":"17-2071.00","title":"Electrical Engineers","slug":"electrical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"},{"code":"334511","title":"Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing","slug":"search-detection-navigation-guidance-aeronautical-and-nautical-system-and-instrument-manufacturing"},{"code":"336611","title":"Ship Building and Repairing","slug":"ship-building-and-repairing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Engineer - Comm Systems","description":"Responsibilities for this Position\nEngineer - Comm Systems\nUS-CT-Groton\nJob ID: 2026-18588\nType: Full-Time\n# of Openings: 1\nCategory: Engineering\nEB Groton Shipyard\nOverview\nDepartment 440 Payload Launch Control Special Projects designs, develops, tests, and provides lifecycle support for specialproject payload systems on SEAWOLF and VIRGINIA Class submarines.\nThese systems rely on embedded hardware and software that safely and reliably control the movement of payloads in and out of the submarine.\nThe department also oversees subcontractor development and collaborates closely with internal partners across electrical design, software, and integrated logistics. Precision and disciplined systems engineering are essential due to the missioncritical nature of this work.\nRole Summary\nThis position supports the D440 SP Electronic Systems (Components) group, which is responsible for the design and engineering of laboratory and production electronic hardware used in payload handling and launching systems. The team develops ruggedized enclosures, embedded control systems, power distribution and supply systems, cooling solutions, networking hardware, and circuitlevel designs. Work includes prototyping, engineering development model fabrication, testing, and construction support.\nThe group also manages subcontractor activities, drafting specifications, overseeing vendor performance, and reviewing/approving technical deliverables. 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