IEPT Test Engineer
On-sitePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Act as Electric Boat's direct representative at the controlling station to oversee and coordinate testing operations for the Independent Electric Plant Test Program (IEPT) at the Philadelphia Navy Yard. Exercise shift-based oversight of IEPT activities, report directly on test plans and coordination efforts between IEPT and Motor Module Test Program (MMTP), and advise the Shift Test Engineer on safe execution. Coordinate with engineering departments and Joint Test Groups to resolve problems and ensure test objectives align with engineering requirements. Maintain qualification in COLUMBIA Class systems per the IPS CTF Training and Qualification Plan while supporting MMTP when motor modules are present. This full-time role requires working all shifts including weekends on a rotational basis, occasional business travel to Groton and New London, CT, and holding a valid DOD security clearance.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years of experience relevant to design, operation, maintenance, and/or testing of marine electric plant or propulsion systems
- Ability to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) including occasional weekend work on a rotational basis
- Ability to support occasional travel to Groton and New London, CT
- Must currently possess or be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense (War)
- Proven ability to work, think, and act independently as well as in a team environment
- Proven ability to set and maintain high standards and expectations as well as maintaining a questioning attitude at all times
- Proven experience as an effective communicator
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to build strong relationships with partners and stakeholders, including The United States Navy (USN), Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD), and senior Electric Boat leadership
- Currently in possession of, or an ability to obtain, and maintain a DOD security clearance
- Kneeling
- Light Lifting
- Medium Lifting
- Pulling
- Pushing
- Reaching
Desired Qualifications
- Relevant Engineering Degree
- Qualification on U.S. Navy nuclear submarine involving the operation, test, and maintenance of propulsion and electric plant
- Engineering or shipyard test (or operations) experience
- Familiarity and experience with the COLUMBIA electric plant design and operation
- Demonstrated knowledge in the area of power generation, power electronics and controls, Naval propulsion systems, and/or power distribution systems operation
- A strong foundational understanding of engineering concepts, including the relationship between electrical/mechanical systems and components
- Proven task management skills and leadership skills
- Proven strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a teaming environment with remote participants, including interfacing regularly with civilian and military Navy personnel
- An aptitude for problem resolution and facing new challenges
- A capability to work against deadlines and prioritize work assignments accordingly
- Have the ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and support resolution of issues during the IPS CTF test program
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