Systems Engineer - Quality Assurance Engineering

There’s never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront—designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

About Department 322 Quality Assurance

Quality Assurance Engineering is responsible for resolving complex technical problems impacting Electric Boat's compliance with the exacting standards required for construction, test, delivery, and sustainment of the world's premier classes of submarine. Additionally, QA Engineering is responsible for supporting critical and high visibility ship certifications that act as the cumulating act prior to the most severe testing that the product will receive prior to delivery to the Navy.

About the Role 

Quality Assurance Engineers (QAEs) specialize in improving processes and systems to ensure quality and efficiency within Electric Boat. As the company continues execution on the Columbia and Virginia programs, members of this team are key contributors to their success. This position requires frequent cross-functional collaboration with internal and external customers to ensure delivery of a quality product and reports to a Quality Assurance Engineering Supervisor in Groton, CT.

QA Engineers lead investigations into quality deficiencies and assist functional areas in resolving issues that may occur at any Electric Boat site, Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), or Supplier. Emergent issues may originate from any discipline, trade, or supplier, requiring the ability to learn and adapt quickly. 

Responsibilities will include assessing product and process performance to identify quality defects; maintaining knowledge of Quality Specification to ensure products and processes align with compliance requirements; applying casual analysis tools; implementing and maintain systems that ensure adherence to quality standards; and partner with various teams to drive continuous improvement and prevent recurrence of quality issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform pressure Hull Frame Dimension and Hull Fairness Measurement Evaluations
• Develop and monitor quality metrics to improve 1^st time quality at Electric Boat
• Participate in significant issue problem resolution teams including causal analysis and implementation of preventive actions where required
• Monitor, assign, status, and provide resolution support for all Customer Corrective Action Requests
• Administer the QIM (Quality Item Matrix) administration and act as a liaison to teaming partner NNS for resolution of construction issues between shipyards, including causal analysis and preventive actions where required
• Administer Quality commitment administration – load and manage commitments as required to support resolution of quality issues
• Participate in Special Emphasis Program (SUBSAFE/DSS-SOC/FBW SCS) working groups within Electric Boat and jointly with NNS
• Support all quality audits (e.g., certification audits, NDT audits, NAVSEA 08 audits, etc.)
• Directly supporting ship certification & module shipouts
• Lead improvement initiatives

Required

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Engineering
• 5-10 years of post-graduate engineering experience
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience using engineering or technical software tools
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Mechanical, Systems or Electrical Engineering
• Project Management or “Systems” Engineering experience 
• Previous certification or completion of training in continuous improvement, root cause analysis and technical writing
• Knowledge of NDT and Welding processes
• Experience working with Quality Management Systems
• Experience working on cross-functional teams, especially those focused on problem resolution

• Demonstrated ability to establish trust and credibility
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, including casual analysis and issue resolution
• Effective technical writing skills, including clear and professional correspondence with customers
• Excellent organization skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Sound judgment when evaluating issues, assessing risk, and setting priorities
• Clear and effective communication with supervisors, managers, and director-level personnel
• works effectively as both a team leader and a team member
• Self-starter with a wiliness to learn new, unfamiliar, or evolving technical areas
• Ability to facilitate meetings and lead discussions

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitive Pay & Benefits – Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth – Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability & Expansion – We’re growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
• Inclusive Culture – Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
• Impactful Work – Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy’s mission