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Test & Evaluation Engineer II

Austal

The Role

Overview

Manage shipboard test procedures, metrics, and reporting for assigned hull.

Key Responsibilities

  • data updates
  • test metrics
  • tool use
  • meeting support
  • sea trials
  • physical handling

Tasks

-Lift/push/pull 50lbs to 75lbs on an occasional basis. -Update and supply data to maintain Test Metrics -Support meetings between customer and contractor regarding testing -Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment. -Support Program Test Team Meetings -Perform prolonged standing. -Assist the Trials Coordinator for all sea trial events

Requirements

  • excel
  • word
  • ship drawings
  • insurv
  • 5+ years
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Ability to perceive attributes of an object/material such as size, shape, temperature and texture by means of receptors in the hands and fingers. -Must possess an in-depth and extensive understanding of shipboard equipment operation. -Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures. -A wide degree of creativity and latitude is required. -No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date -Able to utilize adequate visual skills. -Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. -Ability to fully extend the arm while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side and reaching down. -Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toes shoes, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety line, flotation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards. -Lift/push/pull up to 20lbs on a frequent basis. -Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands. -Demonstrated ability to read and understand ship construction drawings, schematics, build specifications and equipment technical manuals. -18 years of age or older at time of application -Ability to lead and Instruct others during operational events. -Ability to work at heights above 12’ while working from ladders, scaffolding and/or man lifts. -Ability to plan and develop testing strategies based on extensive experience and judgement. -Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps). -Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis. -Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles. -Familiar with commonly used shipboard concepts, practices and procedures. -Previous INSURV experience a major plus for this position -Willing to submit to a background check -No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date -Must have the ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. -Able to work at a variety of levels (ex. waist, eye, overhead). -Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment. -Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis. -Be cognizant of cost and schedule relative to the programs assigned -Willing to submit to a drug screen -Minimum of 5-8 years of experience in the field of writing, scheduling shipboard test and finalizing test reports or 8 years of experience in shipboard testing, engineering support of test, or ship operation such as Navy, Coast Guard or Merchant Mariner. -Able to provide proof of US Person Status -Ability to enter 18” x 36” openings and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time.

The Company

About Austal

-Operates major shipyards in Australia, the US, the Philippines, and Vietnam. -Projects include high-speed catamarans, fast ferries, US Navy Littoral Combat Ships, and ocean surveillance vessels. -Leverages aluminium-multihull technology for high-performance, lightweight vessels across industries. -Built the world’s largest trimaran ferry and modules for Virginia-class submarines under AUKUS expansion. -Balances commercial and defense work, including windfarm support vessels and naval warships.

Sector Specialisms

Defence

Commercial Vessels

Maritime Technology

Shipbuilding

Offshore Patrol

Surveillance

Expeditionary Transport

Medical Ships

Salvage and Rescue

Drydock Services

Unmanned Vessel Programs

Autonomous Machinery Control

Security Clearance

-must submit to a background check -must submit to a drug screen -must provide proof of us person status and meet felony conviction restrictions