Test Director
Listed on 2026-01-25
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Test Engineer, Electrical Engineering
Overview
Company Profile
Oceaneering Marine Services Division (MSD) has over 30 years of experience providing full-service submarine and surface ship repairs supporting maintenance and alterations aboard commercial and U.S. military vessels. We are SUBSAFE and DSS-SOC certified and perform high-consequence maintenance on assets that operate in demanding environments.
Oceaneering Aerospace and Defense Technologies (AdTech) delivers solutions that enable humans to work safely and effectively in harsh environments - from underwater to the outer reaches of space. Our innovative solutions support the development and application of practical, cost-effective systems that meet our customers challenges - from routine to extreme. Our experience and expertise across multiple industries uniquely positions us as a leader in the government, space, and maritime services markets.
Our products and services meet the rigorous demands of the complex environments in which they operate, delivering results without compromising safety or reliability.
Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world s premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.
PositionSummary
As a Test Director (TD) at Oceaneering s Marine Services Division (MSD) in Chesapeake, VA, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing and managing the testing processes for our cutting-edge technologies and systems. From planning and executing test programs to analyzing results and driving continuous improvement, you will ensure that our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance.
Your expertise in test strategy development, team leadership, and collaboration will be essential in driving innovation and delivering exceptional results. Travel may be required up to 60% of the year.
- Perform basic engineering tasks and conventional design that may vary in nature.
- Work as part of a team of managers and technical personnel while supporting multiple projects.
- Direct test operations, and ensure testing operations are performed in accordance with approved procedures.
- Review test procedures, TGIs (Task Group Instructions) & OQE (Objective Quality Evidence) to ensure testing accomplished will meet all the requirements.
- Ensure all testing or required operations that will be performed during the assigned shift are listed on the LAT/TPOD and/or SPOD. If testing or operations are not listed on the LAT/TPOD, the TD shall not proceed before obtaining an approved change to the LAT/TPOD and/or SPOD.
- Ensure all prerequisites are satisfied and brief the personnel supporting the test on the requirements for performance of the test, brief the Shipyard and Ship s Watch/Duty Officer of test status.
- Hold all members of the test team accountable to the TWD and follow all instructions concerning the test documents. Prerequisites include but are not limited to: a. Conduct a thorough test boundary installation check.
- Perform test set-up and assembly of test equipment as directed by TWDs. Develop system alignments verify they are performed and complete.
- Conduct a review of approved procedures prior to performance. Resolve any test document questions/concerns prior to proceeding to test.
- The TD is responsible for preventing or stopping work or testing which could prevent safe performance of operations listed on the LAT/TPOD or SPOD.
- The TD shall ensure the personnel supporting the test are briefed on the requirements for performance of the test.
- Upon completion of the test, the TD shall review the document for completion and evaluate shipyard shipboard test results and problems and take appropriate corrective actions.
- The TD restores the system to a safe condition, as specified in the test document, and notifies the ship s Duty Officer that testing is complete.
- Review Work Packages to determine the appropriate testing to be accomplished. Develop Supplemental Test Instructions to support required testing. Develop and maintain a Test and Inspection Plan.
- Provide technical support to the project interfacing with engineering, planning, and production personnel to define testing plan.
- Developing, writing and processing proposed tag outs WAFs (Work Authorization Forms) and the resulting TORS (Tag Out Records Sheets) when required.
- Daily interface with SF and project personnel, and interface functions with other test organizations as identified by the Test Engineer Manager are an integral part of this task.
- Attend project meetings to provide input as necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED:
- Bachelor s Degree in a…
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