Systems Engineer​/Sr.- Quality Engineering

Quality Assurance Engineer

There’s never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

Quality Assurance Engineers (QAEs) specialize in improving processes and systems to ensure quality and efficiency within Electric Boat. As Electric Boat continues to execute on our Columbia and Virginia programs, members of this team will be key contributors to ensure their success. QAEs routinely work cross functionally with internal and external customers to ensure a quality product. This position will report to a Quality Assurance Engineering Supervisor in Groton.

Responsibilities of the QA Engineer include leading investigations of quality deficiencies and assisting functional areas in resolution of problems that may occur at any Electric Boat Site, NNS or a Supplier. Emergent issues may originate from any discipline, trade or supplier and will require a candidate to become familiar with new subjects and topics in an expedited manner.

Efforts will include assessing product and process performance to identify quality defects, be knowledgeable about Quality Specifications and ensure products and processes comply with requirements, become proficient in causal analysis tools, implement and maintain systems that ensure adherence to quality standards, and work with various teams to achieve continuous improvement and prevent quality issues from recurring.

Additional responsibilities may include:

• Building Trust
• Problem Solving and Causal Analysis
• Technical Writing & Correspondence with Customer
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize task assignments
• Demonstrated Ability to use judgment when solving issues and setting priorities
• Ability to effectively communicate with supervisor Manager, and Director-level personnel
• Teamwork - works effectively as both team lead and team member
• Self-Starter willing to learn new and unfamiliar areas
• Meeting Facilitation

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitive Pay & Benefits Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability & Expansion We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
• Inclusive Culture Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
• Impactful Work Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering
• 5+ years in Waterfront, Quality or Design Engineering experience
• Must be able to read and interpret company policies and procedures
• Demonstrated computer proficiency in MS Office Suite and Engineering Related Software
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the DoD

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Mechanical, Systems or Electrical Engineering
• Project Management or Systems Engineering experience
• Previous certification or training in continuous improvement, root cause analysis and technical writing
• Knowledge of NDT and Welding processes
• Understanding of Quality Management Systems
• Experience on cross-functional teams, especially those focused on problem resolution