COLUMBIA I&C Test Engineer

OverviewThe COLUMBIA I&C & AC Power department is looking for highly motivated Test Engineers. Successful candidates will be joining a strong and experienced engineering team in an exciting and fast-paced environment focused on designing power distribution, reactor plant, steam plant, and electric plant systems and equipment for the new COLUMBIA Class submarines.D429 offers a unique engineering opportunity to work in any of a wide variety of electrical engineering concentrations (power generation and distribution, steam-plant and reactor-plant instrumentation & control, project management, etc.). Successful candidates will be responsible for all aspects of their assigned systems or components, which includes:Developing the test procedures for the first of a new class of submarinesTroubleshooting and construction support for electrical systemsLeading component qualification testing projectsMentoring newer engineers as both technical leaders and professionalsSupporting development of associated technical documentation, including manuals, operating instructions, repair parts lists, preventative maintenance specifications, etc.Managing system and component interfaces including electrical, structural, piping, and mechanicalSupporting 3D model development and arrangement of systems, cableways, and system components.Overseeing subcontractor designs, manufacturing, testing, and qualificationObtaining customer approval of designs and requirements via formal correspondence.Supporting the ongoing construction, testing, and time critical troubleshooting for the COLUMBIA Class submarines at the Quonset Point and Groton shipyards.Ideal candidates for D429 possess a diverse knowledge of electrical engineering concepts, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a strong drive to meet requirements on schedule and budget with a focus on achieving the highest quality. This is your opportunity to contribute to the design and construction of the next generation of submarines.QualificationsRequired:* 4+ years Navy experience* High school diplomaPreferred:Nuclear Propulsion Plant experienceBachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degreeProject planning and management experienceReactor Plant Operator and/or Electric Plant Operator experienceSkillsCandidates must be highly motivated, possess strong interpersonal, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be able to multi-task, work in teams and possess skills that permit independent functioning without significant oversight, and work under pressure. Candidate must pay high attention to detail. Effective teamwork is mandatory. The candidate must be highly motivated and well-organized. Must able to mentor entry-level employees. Ability to work on a high performance team. Candidates must be able to read & work from electrical system diagrams and schematics