Auxiliary System Test Engineer

R&P is looking for a an experienced Auxiliary System Test Engineer who wants to join our the LPD team. We are a small-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to government clients. We need a an experienced Auxiliary System Test Engineer ready to join a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

Witness tests of Auxiliaries (AX) tests and surveillance of auxiliary systems on LPD 17 Class vessels
• Review, update, and develop test procedures for shipboard testing events related to Auxiliary Systems
• Conduct surveillance of spaces and reports deficiencies, unusual conditions and test and grooming progress.
• Research Ship Specifications, drawings, technical manuals and PMS for test compliance.
• Reviews Object Quality Evidence (OQE) in support of government requirements
• Establish and maintain productive liaison with Government Project teams, Production Teams and Shipbuilder.
• Monitor Installation of Auxiliary Systems in New Construction shipyard environment.
• Identify performance issues with Auxiliaries Systems; isolate issues to either hardware or software or particular interfaces during testing.
• Draft and submit software trouble reports that describe the performance issue compared to performance requirements.
• Supports Milestone Management of Auxiliary Systems in support of Electronic Systems Light Off (ESLO), Combat System Light Off (CSLO), Electrical Generator Light Off (EGLO), and Main Engine Light Off (MELO).
• Reviews Auxiliary Systems Industrial Test Procedure CDRL's for technical accuracy against ship specifications and sub tier references.
• Serves as integrator and test witness for the following Auxiliary Systems including the following systems but not limited to; HVAC, CFW, CW, ASW, MSW, Firemain, Ballast/De-ballast, Potable Water, Deck Machinery and Hotel Services.
• Supports Builders, Acceptance, Final Contract and Special Trials
• Participate as a test team member for all troubleshooting, training and scenarios

• Ability to communicate effectively with Navy and shipyard teams both orally and in written reports and briefings using Microsoft Office Products

• Engineering and Auxiliary system experience with one or more of the following is required:

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

Potable Water and VCHT systems

Compressed Air Systems

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.