This is a front line engineering position in the Waterfront Engineering Directorate requiring the selected candidates to frequently interface with trades personnel in an active construction environment troubleshooting complex fabrication, assembly and major move activities. This position will require that the engineer develop build strategies, methods, and fixtures for fabricating and assembling submarine components, structures, systems, and modules.

Primary responsibilities will be the identification and development of methods and tools required by the shipbuilder. Duties include development of details and designs for tools and fixtures, preparation of Manufacturing Engineering procedures for sequence and alignment of critical installations, and deckplate construction support. Work scope will focus on VIRGINIA Class, Overhaul and Repair, and COLUMBIA Class construction.

Daily interaction with manufacturing and planning representatives from Groton, Quonset Point, Newport News, designers, and vendors is expected. Local travel between Groton and Quonset Point is required.

**We are hiring all levels of engineers.**

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Marine, or Physics engineering
• Broad understanding of structural/mechanical design, materials, weld design and bolted joints

Preferred:

• Construction support experience
• Master's degree in Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Marine engineering

•  Skills in written and verbal communication, problem solving and project management.