About Department 472 - Reactor Plant Planning Yard

The Reactor Plant Planning Yard (RPPY) provides Engineering, Design, and Logistics life cycle support to all fleet submarines, the Moored Training Ships, and the S8G Prototype. The organization maintains technical expertise for nuclear and non-nuclear propulsion plant systems and equipment. Our mission is to provide the US Navy five-star support that increases submarine Operational Availability and Capability.

Role Overview

The Electric Boat D472 Project Office forms part of the RPPY, Moored Training Ship Support Yard (MTSSY), and S8G Prototype Design Agent. This organization provides engineering, design, and logistics support and maintains technical expertise for nuclear and non-nuclear propulsion plant systems and equipment. Engineers in this role interface directly with various internal and external organizations.

The D472 Project Office is the primary engineering activity responsible for projects such as:

• Overhauling and testing mechanical components used on multiple nuclear submarine training platforms through coordination with component vendors and the Electric Boat Shipyard.
• Coordinating multi-discipline engineering projects
• Developing and implementing critical component and rotatable pool programs for Moored Training Ships (MTS) as well as the S8G Prototype.
• Managing components stored at the Electric Boat Quonset Point facility by maintaining inventory and prioritizing refurbishments.

Engineers will frequently interface with external organizations such as NAVSEA 08, Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL), Navy Shipyards, and component vendors.

Additionally, engineers will collaborate with various Electric Boat departments as well as site offices at the Nuclear Power Training Unit (NPTU) Charleston and the S8G Prototype. Occasional travel to the Electric Boat Quonset Point Facility.

Required

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering
• 5-14 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance through the DoD

Preferred

• Experience with mechanical component design and maintenance
• Experience working with equipment vendors
• Experience in project management or as a project lead
• US Navy experience

• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication (written and verbal) skills
• A highly motivated problem solver who is well organized with strong project management skills
• Proven ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth – Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability & Expansion – We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
• Inclusive Culture – Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
• Impactful Work – Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission