Senior Project Engineer

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The Simulator Development & Integration team is leading the way in developing advanced simulation training tools used in the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) to train Sailors. This business area continues to expand as the demand for high fidelity, reliable, and cost-effective training solutions grows. Currently, there is an opportunity for a highly qualified and motivated project engineer as part of the Next Generation Training Program (NGTP), and its suite of simulators, which will be developed and delivered over the next two decades.

The team needs versatile engineers who are comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-visibility environment in both individual and team roles. The successful candidate will be responsible for various phases of complex technical projects, from initial planning and scoping to installation and delivery.

Specific duties and responsibilities for this role include:

• Effectively interface with project stakeholders internal and external to the Program
• Support project work planning activities, such as definition of trainer scope and associated functional requirements, cost estimating, budget and schedule development, and risk identification
• Responsible for timely execution of assigned budget and schedule
• Support solicitation, placement, and subsequent follow and oversight of sub-tier supplier contracts
• Monitor project progress and performance against plans and initiate corrective actions as necessary
• Identify and take action to resolve technical problems and support needs to minimize project delays
• Ensure project results meet requirements associated with scope, schedule, cost, and technical quality

The position requires close interaction and coordination with other engineers, project managers, and management across multiple sites and organizations to ensure successful completion of project objectives, including close collaboration with stakeholders across NNL, BPMI, Naval Reactors, and sub-tier suppliers. Periodic travel to NNPP and sub-tier supplier sites is required to effectively manage project execution.

Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience; or Masters degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience; or Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university in a related technical, engineering, science or construction field and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience;

or Currently a Senior Reactor Training Engineer, Refueling Engineer, or Field (RPCO) Engineer at the Company.

• Previous experience with new project startup, cost estimating, technical writing, and sub-tier supplier oversight
• An understanding of manufacturing processes, quality assurance, developing and tracking performance metrics, and an ability to analyze data trends to extrapolate future performance
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments for all aspects of work with minimal direction from management
• Previous program or project management type-related experience
• Previous experience with Primavera P6
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team building skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Products

• Health, Dental, Vision & Voluntary Benefits
• Disability, Life & Accident Insurance
• 401(k) Savings program & Capital Accumulation Plan
• Personal & Medical Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Tuition Assistance for Eligible Employees
• Student Debt…