Test Engineer - SWS Test Execution 2nd Shift

Overview

Job Description:

The Strategic Weapons System Test Engineer must proactively prepare for and execute assigned Strategic Weapon System Testing for the COLUMBIA new construction submarine, in a safe and efficient manner. The specific responsibilities include:

• Conduct thorough job hazard analyses and briefings to ensure personnel and equipment safety.
• Ensure proper safety tagout and re‑entry control procedures are in place and strictly adhered to.
• Certify all prerequisites are fully met prior to commencing a test.
• Evaluate recorded data for conformance to test procedure requirements/specifications.
• Conduct effective shift turnovers to maximize downstream work efficiency.
• Verify retest requirements are properly accomplished when required.
• Document, publish and track test delays and non‑conformances.
• Perform Test Procedure review for accuracy and completeness.
• Lead test execution, and manage effective test data collection/certification.
• Qualify as, and execute all duties of a Test Director & Shift Test Director. Test Engineers will report directly to their Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE).

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordination of Testing Between interfacing test departments (D972, D272, D441, D278, D445)
• Testing of Piping Systems & Tanks (Hydrostatic, Cleanliness Flushes & Operational Testing)
• Hydraulic Operations (Missile Tube Muzzle Hatches, Valve Operations & Timing of Control Valves)
• Electrical Cable Integrity Checks
• Tracking Trade Installations via Test Inspection Reports
• Support GFE Component Installation and Inspections
• Support extended testing durations and shift work (1st, 2nd and 3rd) as required to minimize schedule impacts.
• Process Ripouts for Re‑Entry Control establishing safety tagouts & retest requirements
• Perform Testing IAW Columbia Integrated Test Requirements Outline (ITRO) and Strategic Weapon System Test Execution Plan (SWSTEP)
• Qualify as a SWS Test Director and SWS Shift Test Director

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1+ years of system test experience or electrical / mechanical technical background
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred:

• Mechanical system test experience to include fluid or air system flush and hydrostatic testing, or:
• Electrical/Electronic system test experience, including fiber optic cabling
• Electromechanical system operation and grooming
• Previous Shipyard supervision, test or equivalent Navy experience
• Experience with the Navy Tagout system and/or Non‑shipboard Lockout Tagout system

• Proficiency in management of multiple tasks
• Coordination and direction of cross functional teams
• Strong troubleshooting skills and logical thinking
• Ability to plan and work closely with engineering and design

Kneeling, Light Lifting, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Cold, Dry, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Wet