Assistant Superintendent, Electrical

Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), The Assistant Superintendent, Electrical ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of trade work to support ship/unit construction schedules. This role provides technical and resource management for Electrical activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring Front Line Supervisors to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

Job Description:

We offer a competitive salary for this role, with an expected range of $92,100 – $116,700/yr. The final offer will depend on your experience, skills, and overall qualifications. General Dynamics – Bath Iron Works also provides a variety of benefits including medical & dental insurance coverage, 401(k) retirement savings plan, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, life and disability insurance, company paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), health coaching, athletic trainers, employee assistance programs and onsite health services.

 

The Assistant Superintendent, Electrical is a frontline leadership role responsible for supporting Electrical operations across assigned areas. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), The Assistant Superintendent, Electrical ensures safe, high-quality, and efficient execution of trade work to support ship/unit construction schedules. This role provides technical and resource management for Electrical activities and plays a key role in coaching and mentoring Front Line Supervisors to strengthen trade performance and team effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

 

Safety Leadership:

• Champion BIW safety culture and enforce all safety standards and procedures across operations.
  
• Ensure proper PPE use, hazard awareness, and adherence to safe work practices.
• Support safety training and continuous improvement in workplace safety performance.

Project Execution:

• Lead execution of electrical construction activities to support ship/unit schedules.
  
• Monitor quality of work performed; ensure first-time quality through proper oversight and training.
  
• Provide technical guidance and support to Supervisors and mechanics.
• Support execution of Plan of the Week (POW) and coordinate with area management to align resources with operational needs.

Operational Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for electrical activities in assigned areas.
  
• Manage and recommend manpower moves within and between areas to support operational priorities.
  
• Resolve deck plate issues in coordination with area and trade leadership.
  
• Share responsibility with area management for performance in cost, schedule, and quality.

Mentoring & Team Development:

• Mentor Front Line Supervisors by developing their technical knowledge, leadership skills, and ability to execute daily objectives.
  
• Coach Supervisors on problem solving, team management, and trade best practices.
  
• Promote continuous learning and skills development for both Supervisors and mechanics.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify and implement process improvement initiatives to enhance performance and reduce rework.
  
• Support BOS-aligned improvement activities and structured problem-solving approaches.
• Collaborate with peers and leadership to drive improvements in quality, efficiency, and execution.

Required/Preferred Education/Training:

• Associates degree in electrical OR equivalent 5 years working in an electrical trade required.
• BIW graduate apprentice preferred

Required/Preferred Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical processes within a manufacturing/shipbuilding environment required.
• Minimum 5 years of supervisory/management experience preferred.
• Excellent administrative skills: effective interpersonal skills, demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication, problem solving/decision making, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage conflict and multiple priorities.
• Experience with Earned Value Management System preferred.