Section Manager, Hull Test - 2nd Shift

Job Description:

• Responsible for management of all 2^nd shift Test and Activation operations on multiple hulls related to the grooming, testing, and operation of shipboard equipment and systems, reporting to the Director, Test and Trials.
• Matrix report to the Hull Chief Superintendent and integrate with the hull’s 2^nd shift management team.
• Support the Hull Test Managers overall responsibility for their assigned hulls, providing leadership oversight of 2^nd shift test activities on the various hulls to ensure each successfully executes the respective Hull Test Managers’ plans of the week within approved staffing budgets and shipyard schedules.
• Ensure test work continuing across shifts is efficiently and effectively handed-off between the two shifts. Manage shift turnover meetings and night-notes to facilitate such handoffs.
• Maintain a culture of strict compliance with procedures (e.g. Test, Quality, Safety, etc.). Ensure all Test and Trials activities are conducted safely and in accordance with approved procedures.
• Work closely with counterparts in other BIW departments/divisions in problem solving and technical issue resolution.
• Work closely with the Hull Managers and Chief Superintendents to coordinate test and construction activities on 2^nd.
• Participate in and direct dock trials and sea trial activities.
• Ensure a safe, clean, working environment is maintained at all times during the construction and test process.
• Coordinate and/or facilitate the resolution of any barriers, either production or pre-production, that could impede the achievement of scheduled events.
• Work in accordance with all union agreements and promote teamwork.
• Work to identify, develop, and implement cost and schedule reduction initiatives.
• Ensure the final product is built to all QA requirements and inspection procedures with proper documentation.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism, integrity and credibility with all customers, i.e. Supship Bath, Ships Force, QC, etc.

Required/Preferred Education/Training:

• BS degree in related technical field or 7 years (F) of relevant experience in Marine Manufacturing, Merchant Marine operations, or U.S. Navy operations and leadership.
• USCG Engineer License preferred.

Required/Preferred Experience:

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant Marine Engineering experience (Navy, Coast Guard, Merchant Marine and/or Shipbuilding) and 5 years years of supervisory experience required.
• Shipyard test and activation experience preferred.
• Merchant Marine operational experience preferred
• USN Gas Turbine qualifications and operational experience as Chief Engineer / Main Propulsion Assistant / Engineering Officer of the Watch preferred.
• General computer skills, including competence with Microsoft Office Suite, Intranet and data systems, and web-based data management tools required.
• Ability to lead test and activation team in both in-yard and at-sea environments required.
• Ability to work independently on complex systems and issues.
• Ability to deal with technical problems and effectively communicate issues to all involved.
• Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with customer counterparts and representatives, while promoting the same with subordinates.
• Problem resolution and root cause identification skills.
• Ability and desire to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work multiple priorities and be flexible.