Principal Engineer, DDG Obsolescence

Principal Engineer, DDG 1000 Obsolescence

Opportunity for technical leadership within the DDG 1000 Class obsolescence efforts, collaborating across BIW Engineering, Design, Program Management, Planning, Procurement, and Navy stakeholders. The role is part of the BIW Business Operating System (BOS) and requires proactive analysis, effective communication, and execution of action plans.

• Safety Leadership
  • Enforce safety policies and procedures.
  • Lead initiatives to enhance workplace safety and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Contribute to planning yard safety initiatives.
• Project Execution
  • Manage activities related to Zumwalt Class system and equipment obsolescence.
  • Represent the BIW Planning Yard with Navy technical leadership to develop new Ship Alts, systems, and equipment.
  • Develop Engineering Studies, Feasibility Assessments, and assist in Class F ROM estimates for Navy personnel.
  • Develop new strategies and projects for class issue management.
  • Collaborate with PY Engineering, Design, and Integrated Logistics Support teams to develop new Ship Alts.
  • Coordinate with procurement to resolve supplier technical issues promptly.
  • Identify and eliminate non‑value‑added activities, implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce costs, documenting through the Operational Performance Improvement Plan.
  • Deliver presentations to BIW Management and Navy personnel.
  • Occasional travel required.
  • Represent the BIW Planning Yard in coordination with Navy and/or BIW‑managed AIT for execution of planned/emergent work on in‑service DDG 1000 ships.
• Engineering Oversight
  • Technical oversight of projects, teams, analysis, trade studies, and new technology development addressing class obsolescence.
• Team Collaboration and Communication
  • Lead interfacing teams, support day‑to‑day operations and long‑term planning.
  • Maintain effective communication with Planning Yard Engineering and Program Office leads.
  • Support personnel development, staffing plans, and critical skill maintenance.
  • Foster collaboration among Engineering, Design, Program Office, and external customers.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Business Development
  • Maintain relationships with U.S. Navy stakeholders including NAVSEA PMS 500, NAVSEA PMS 421, TYCOM.
  • Promote BIW capabilities and Life Cycle Services to support business development and growth opportunities.
• Continuous Improvement
  • Champion BOS principles and productivity enhancements across teams.
  • Lead implementation of process improvements, leveraging A3 problem‑solving.

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10+ years of engineering/design experience (PE/MS preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of Zumwalt Class Design, Equipment, Operations, Controls, Electrical Plant, and Integrated Fight Through Power System.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate problems and take proactive steps to resolve or avoid them.
• Excellent administrative, interpersonal, verbal, written, problem‑solving, decision‑making, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated management, project coordination, and leadership experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Successful experience implementing and monitoring continuous improvement initiatives aimed at improving safety, quality, reducing cycle time and costs.
• Ability to work 40+ hours per week with occasional outside‑normal business hours.
• U.S. Citizen required; must obtain a government security clearance within 45 days.

Portland, ME (Bath Iron Works)

$112,180 – $

Mid‑Senior level

Full-time