Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor - Structural, SSW

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This position supports Manufacturing Engineering (D467) products for the Subsea and Seabed Warfare (SSW). Employing structural, civil, mechanical, industrial, and marine engineers, Manufacturing Engineering develops, researches, designs and procures special tools, fixtures and other manufacturing aids required to facilitate submarine construction.

The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor will lead a team of 10-15 engineers developing and supporting fixtures and engineered procedures required to successfully execute construction. The manufacturing engineering supervisor is responsible for the safety, quality, technical adequacy, procedural compliance, schedule adherence, and cost efficiency of each product under their cognizance.

The Manufacturing Engineering Supervisor will lead their team to accomplish the following primary job responsibilities:

Identify and develop methods and tools required for fabricating and assembling submarine components, structures, systems and modules.
• Participate in Design/Build teams during new product design; review of Class drawings for manufacturing concerns; development of concepts for tools and fixtures; preparation of lifting and handling procedures and drawings for rigging submarine components and modules.
• Provide pro-active construction support and maintaining consistent interface with the construction trades in support of the above engineering areas of responsibility.
• Manage and lead the team to complete high first time quality products that are technically acceptable and delivered on time and within cost in a manner that safely supports the construction of SSW.
• Supervise, train, mentor, and develop 10-15 engineers, with an emphasis on developing the workforce's ability to practically apply engineering skills to ships construction.
• Ensure the group is adequately staffed to support scheduled and emergent work.
• Interface with various groups and levels of management to ensure timely support of products from stakeholders.
• Maintain positive working relationships with construction trades management.

Key attributes for success in this role include:

• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of engineering, trades, trade management, program management, and the Navy customer
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and guide teams toward project goals
• Exceptional attention to detail, especially in reviewing technical drawings and procedures
• Strong organization skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines

Work in production areas and on-board active and new construction submarines is required. Occasional travel, weekend, and evening hours may be required.

Required:

• B.S. in Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Industrial, or Marine Engineering or equivalent engineering degree
• Minimum 4 years engineering experience
  
  

Preferred:

• Experience in Manufacturing Engineering
• Leadership experience
• Experience supporting construction in the shipyard environment
• Experience with CLB, VPM, and/or SSW design products and procedures
• Experience with EVMS