Overview

The Engineering Supervisor in Ship Systems Engineered Components department is responsible for the supervision and technical oversight of approximately 10 engineers engaged in all aspects of engineered component development. Responsibilities will include all phases of the submarine component development process and life cycle support including all associated legacy component designs. This position will require the management of numerous component suppliers in all aspects of component qualification. Specific component responsibilities within D434 are under review. This position may involve components in the atmosphere control system, high pressure air compressors, hydraulic and water filters, various special fittings, and VA Diesel Generator obsolescence replacement task. This position will support Colombia Class (CLB), VIRGINIA Class (VC), VIRGINIA Payload Module (VPM), VIRGINIA Sub-Seabed Warfare (SSW) program, SSN(X), and potential future platforms/studies.

The Engineering Supervisor’s position day-to-day responsibilities include such efforts as assigning work, providing technical guidance and direction, approving products, scoping and estimating tasks, establishing and managing budgets, manpower planning, employee development, mentoring, managing program metrics, reporting, vendor oversight, etc. The position also requires regular technical and programmatic interaction with all levels of the Navy, vendors, and multiple disciplines within Electric Boat (engineering, program office, purchasing, contracts, quality, welding engineering, waterfront construction and machine shop etc.). Frequent travel and presentations also may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, or Civil Engineering. 5 years of experience related to component development and submarine supplier management preferred.

Skills

The candidate must have demonstrated leadership and technical competency in working with vendors and/or EB Mechanical Design in the development, qualification, and delivery of engineered components. The ideal candidate would have proven experience with engineered components from concept design through development, qualification, production and delivery, including shipyard support. Additionally, in order to be successful in this position, the candidate must have demonstrated strong and effective skills in the areas of communication, writing, presentation, multi-tasking, time management, and personnel interaction.