TEST & TRIALS MANAGER
GENERAL FUNCTION: Coordinates and implements testing of all vessel equipment and systems, up to and including sea trials, in compliance with customer requirements. Supervises foremen and craft workers.
TYPICAL DUTIES: The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities.
Determines and/or recommends staffing levels for project training. Supervises, instructs and evaluates foremen and/or craft workers.
Analyzes specifications to determine testing requirements. Writes testing procedures in compliance with requirements. Revises tests as needed.
Orders and maintains calibrated test instruments, gauges and meters. Arranges for calibration of instruments to comply with specifications. Maintains calibration files for records.
Conducts and completes all testing and sea trials prior to acceptance, by the customer. Responds to all inquiries of customers, and agents of regulatory bodies concerning vessel testing.
Maintains current documents of testing for all projects. Submits standard and special status reports as assigned.
Addresses deficiencies evidenced as a result of testing and works with Company engineers to correct deficiencies.
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Considerable knowledge of shipbuilding processes and industry standards and regulations. Good knowledge of testing equipment and measuring devices and the ability to instruct inspectors on their proper operation. Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications and develop sound, thorough inspection programs. Ability to effectively supervise and to interface effectively with customers, management and employees in all areas within the division.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & TRAINING: Four years of supervision in test and trials or extensive experience in quality assurance duties combined with some supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of experience and training which results in the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
