Engineer I/II - Systems (Accuracy Control)

Overview

A challenging and exciting career is waiting for you!

 

General Dynamics Electric Boat has a proud history dating back to its incorporation on February 7, 1899, and the delivery of the first practical submarine to the U.S. Navy the following year.  During the ensuing century, Electric Boat has been at the forefront of every innovation in submarine technology.  Today, we are the nation's premier designer and builder of nuclear submarines. 

 

We deliver the advantage that protects our sailors, our families and our freedom!

 

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Prescription Coverage
• Health and Wellness Programs
• 401K
• Commuter/Van Services
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Paid training
• Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Advancement Opportunities

Learn more at gdeb.com/careers

 

The Accuracy Control Engineer will report to the Supervisor of Accuracy Control. The selected candidate will become an active participant in the design build community for all special projects and new programs. The candidate will also be involved in developing script programming for 3D metrology applications.

 

Responsibilities:

• Act as liaison between Accuracy Control and the design build community (operations, engineering, planning) to identify the need for accuracy control implementation, tolerance budgeting and develop high-level measurement plans
• Influence the design and build sequences to optimize efficiency and performance based on historical data and lessons learned
• Provide direct support to D467 Accuracy Control by identifying the need for Accuracy Control (AC) Manufacturing Engineering Documents (MEDs)
• Program spatial analyzer measurement plans (MP) and scripts to be used on new and existing metrology activities. Maintain metadata, model updates and server structure for new and existing surveys and programs.
• Research and development of new metrology fixture applications as well as implementation and feasibility of new technology in both Virginia and Columbia programs
• Provide support and information to Manufacturing Engineering D467 to aid in MED-S, MED-H and fixture development. Review technology implementation, specifications and provide feedback to design yard.

This position is located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI location.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in civil, mechanical or similar engineering field
• 0-5 years relevant engineering experience
• Working knowledge of CAD environments, GD&T and design-build processes
• Working knowledge of various 3D measurement systems used at Quonset Point including Photogrammetry, Laser Tracker, Total Stations and CMMs
• Proficient in MS Office products
• Willing and able to travel in support of meetings/work at other facilities
• Able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance through the Department of Defense

Preferred:

• Previous experience working in shipbuilding, construction or manufacturing industry
• Experience within the Accuracy Control group at Quonset Point
• Visual Basic, C++ or similar programing experience
• Experience in coordinate measurement protocols, Siemens Teamcenter and/or NRK Spatial Analyzer
• Relevant Navy/Military experience

Skills

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with various levels of employees in the organization
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask to manage priorities, schedule and resources

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Hot, Noise, Wet