Assistant Superintendent, Insulating

Job Description

We offer a competitive salary for this role, with an expected range of $92,100 – $116,700/yr. The final offer will depend on your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), health coaching, athletic trainers, employee assistance programs and onsite health services.

The Assistant Superintendent, Insulating is a leadership role responsible for supporting the Insulating operations across assigned areas. This role provides technical and resource management for Insulating activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring Front Line Supervisors to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), the Assistant Superintendent, Insulating position ensures compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards while coordinating with other key stakeholders to meet overall milestones.

Key Responsibilities

Safety Leadership:

• Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures.
• Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
• Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.

Project Execution:

• Lead execution of Insulating activities to support ship/unit schedules.
• Monitor quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
• Provide technical guidance and support to Supervisors and mechanics.
• Support execution of Plan of the Week (POW) and coordinate with area management to align resources with operational needs.

Operational Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Insulators in a respective area and/or trade category.
• Manage and recommend manpower moves within and between areas to support operational priorities.
• Resolve deck plate issues in coordination with area and trade leadership.
• Share responsibility with area management for performance in cost, schedule, and quality.

Mentoring & Team Development:

• Mentor Front Line Supervisors by developing their technical knowledge, leadership skills, and ability to execute daily objectives.
• Coach Supervisors on problem solving, team management, and trade best practices.
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for both supervisors and mechanics.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce rework.
• Support BOS-aligned improvement activities and structured problem-solving approaches.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and execution.

• Required: High School Diploma or GED
• Preferred: BIW Apprenticeship Graduate

Required:

• Minimum 3 years of supervisory or management experience.
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and resolve conflict.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings.

Preferred:

• At least 5 years of extensive working knowledge in Insulating processes with application in a manufacturing/shipbuilding environment.
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS).
• Must demonstrate proficiency in blueprints and job estimating.