Combat Systems Test Area Manager

POSITION SUMMARY

This position would be responsible for maintaining build schedule to meet milestone requirements of all Combat System, EXCOMM, SI&T equipment, Navigation Equipment and all related support items in order to light off and test the systems in preparation for AEGIS Light Off (ALO) and trials events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• They would work closely with Navy AEGIS Test Team (ATT), SSBA, Lockheed Martin SI&T and other test organizations to develop and implement plans to meet all FFG milestones for the ships Combat Systems and related equipment.
• They would assist in the development of the ships test plan and drive production and trials milestones on FFG.
• Assist Engineering when needed with subject matter expert input into the development and design of the C4I/Combat Systems on board FFG.
• Assist in the development and implementation of test plans to meet EMP/HEMP requirements onboard FFG. Help manage the testing, problem identification, repair and re-test of all topside penetrations in order to meet the Build Specification requirements on FFG.
• Ability to work with internal customers and outside agencies such as NAVAIR, SWIT, IWS 1, Aegis Test Team, BUMED, PEO IWS, NIWC, SSBA, NSWC DD, FAA and PMS-515.
• Identify, track, communicate, and coordinate problems and deficiencies impacting each certification and develop mitigation strategies as appropriate.
• Coordinate Trials planning & conduct with the shipyard and other stakeholders for each certification.
• Provide liaison with the Navy test community.
• Must abide by and enforce all organizational policies and procedures.
• Expected to drive each ship to higher levels of completion
• Coordinates with the key POC's for all certification activities in the yard
• Responsible to supply input for out briefs and communications with internal and external parties
• Monitors and coordinates completion of all trial cards written against the various hulls through the delivery that are tied to certifications and as directed by the Certification Manager.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies, procedures, and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

PERFORMANCE LEADERS

Performance Leaders will inspire enthusiasm and act as a role model. She/he will develop talented employees with the skills, abilities, competencies and values needed to achieve the Company goals. The Performance Leader will provide timely feedback to employees in a constructive, coaching style, give praise and recognition and deal with performance issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and occasionally stand or walk; use hands to handle materials or equipment; reach with hands and arms; stoop and kneel; and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee's workspace is in a clean and comfortable climate-controlled setting with little to no exposure to the moving equipment, elements, extreme conditions, or risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet. When entering the shipyard, the work environment is not climate-controlled and there is exposure to moving equipment, etc.

Fincantieri Marinette Marine (FMM) believes it is our responsibility to ensure that each of us works safely and productively, goes home healthy, and considers the environment in their actions, each and every day. Management is committed to providing a safe and healthy work setting, and protecting the environment as a key tenet of our culture and a primary mission. All employees are required to adhere to ISO and OHSAS policies established by FMM and shall have high values for safety awareness and be mindful of environmental impacts associated with each job task.

Fincantieri Marinette Marine offers competitive pay with benefits in a growth-oriented environment. Qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply. Apply online at https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=2155013&d=FMG-External