Program Representative II/Sr/Spec - Construction Support (CTF)

Job Description

Overview

The
Program Rep for D681
must possess an energetic and positive attitude and be willing to change and develop as requirements of assigned tasks dictate.

The COLUMBIA (CLB) Class Submarine Program is the Nation's Top Strategic Defense Priority. Construction is underway and requires continuous testing of Motor Modules (MMs) in order to meet production demands. Receiving MMs from Quonset Point (QP) and Rhoads Industries as well as shipment to Groton requires significant coordination to be successful. The Program Representative will work with multiple cross-functional teams to provide programmatic direction, oversight, assistance with timely decisions, purchasing demands, schedule adherence, and priorities to support a continuous production testing state. This position is dedicated Program Support for the Integrated Power System (IPS) Compatibility Test Facility (CTF).

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Identify critical material needs for near-term activities

Drive timely support to Ops plan for execution

Provide input to weekly / daily reports of issues and actions

Identify issues and potential issues (based on status reports / presentations / emails) before schedule impacts are realized

Schedule and run meetings to help drive decisions and problem resolution as well as burn down liabilities to key events

Coordinate, attend, and present at reviews with EB management and government organizations

Drive innovation and continuous improvement efforts to support program goals

This is a high-visibility position with regular interaction with senior leadership. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong problem‑solving skills related to major moves and testing activities. Fosters a positive team environment while effectively collaborating with all levels of management and maintaining a professional, customer focused approach.

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

3-10 years of experience in shipbuilding, manufacturing, construction, engineering, advance planning, material management, or production control planning

Available to travel up to 50%

Preferred:

Experience in the CLB Program

Groton Shipyard experience

Bachelors Degree of Science or higher in Engineering

Knowledge of CLB liability tracking

Computer skills including MS project

FLG/BLG graduate

Skills

Skills:

Self-starter capable of working independently and in a team environment

Possess very strong presentation skills

Ability to express ideas clearly in both oral and written communications

Proven ability to quickly evaluate complex issues and identify problem resolution

Strong relationship building skills

Proven ability to guide individuals or groups in supporting and pursuing the business development goals of the organization

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Stooping

Environmental Attributes
Cold, Hot, Noise