Test Coordinator

Overview

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here e join our team!

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Engineering department. This position specifically is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for a Test Coordinator. The hours are 7am - 3:30pm.

Shift : ALL

Security Clearance
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No Clearance

• The Test Coordinator is the primary interface between the Project Team and the Quality Assurance Directorate in the scheduling and conduct of all required testing, in accordance with the T&I Plan. The Test Coordinator will maintain the Test Schedule, co-organize and integrate proper test conduct throughout all stages of repair and construction, and interact effectively with QA and Customer Representatives.
• Responsible for the development of all test documentation to include test procedures, reports, test plans, and other contract-required test documentation for repair and construction test programs.
• Review and obtain copies of required Test & Inspection (T&I) plans from NASSCO Quality Assurance for each project and ensure alignment with government requirements.
• Write and maintain a Test and Trials Schedule & Tracking Matrix and verify that all Tests and Inspections are completed satisfactorily and documented in the T&I Plan.
• Ensure all required DFSs are submitted and answered and verify that final tests and inspections are satisfactory.

• POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training)
  B.S. Degree and/or equivalent, with a minimum of 10 years desired experience, encompassing Repair and Construction Shipbuilding processes and procedures.
• POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)
  Proven experience in propulsion plant systems, centralized control system operations, diesel generators, and experience in managing ships toward final completion phases, up to and including sea trials, delivery, and guarantee period.
• Strong management skills in cost management, scheduling and planning, personnel management, QA and safety awareness.
• Demonstrated experience in dealing with customer and regulatory body requirements.
• Experience in preparing and giving briefs to large groups and individuals.
• Effective leadership, communication, and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and utilization of production processes, methods and technology.
• Meet requirements for obtaining a DoD Regional Contractor Badge.
• Meet requirements for access to US Navy/USCG bases and Controlled Industrial Areas.

• Carrying
• Lifting
• Walking
• Climbing
• Pulling
• Must be able to go on vessels
• Crawling
• Sitting
• Visual requirements: visual acuity sufficient to perform repetitive office tasks such as writing, keyboarding, operating office equipment, and reading documents and drawings in paper form or displayed on a computer screen.
• Crouching
• Standing
• Hearing
• Stooping
• Kneeling
• Talking

• Reports to the Test & WAF Manager
• Professional working relationship with the QA Supervisor, Project Team members, Production Manager, and with key Production personnel such as Foremen and Lead Men.

• Review the work items to determine what tests and inspections are required for a given project work item, including checkpoints listed in applicable NAVSEA Standard Items as referenced by the project work items.
• Obtain a copy of and review the Test & Inspection (T&I) Plan from NASSCO Quality Assurance for each project.
• Obtain a copy of any special T&I requirements from the government for each project’s work item.
• Write and maintain a Test and Trials Schedule & Tracking Matrix.
• Verify all Tests and Inspections for a given Project are completed satisfactorily and are properly documented in the T&I Plan.
• Review the CFR database to verify all required test and inspection reports have been submitted and all accompanying required data and attachments are complete and the final tests and inspections are found satisfactory.
• Submit Work Completion Certification Report input data and T&I status to the Test & WAF Manager for each contractor-responsible work item.
• Ensure all required DFSs are submitted and answered.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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