Electronics Technician - ***Premium Posting***

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking an Electronics Technician to perform electrical and electronic testing, interpret test procedures, and present results for inspection to ensure proper operation of shipboard systems.

The role includes operating meters and test equipment, performing cable testing for continuity and insulation resistance, and supporting testing during sea trials as needed. Candidates must obtain radiological dosimetry and security clearance as required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Specialized electronics training beyond high school required.
• Two (2) years of electronics experience or related field experience required.
• Must be available for all shifts.

Responsibilities

• Understand and explain basic electrical/electronic theory, and interpret drawings/diagrams.
• Demonstrate troubleshooting techniques and effective use of test equipment.
• Perform cable testing for continuity and insulation resistance of shipboard cabling.

Skills

Electrical theory

Troubleshooting

Test equipment usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Specialized electronics training beyond high school

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

Signal generators

Function generators

Impedance bridges

Oscilloscopes

Power meters

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

Electronics Technician - ***Premium Posting***

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-18748

Type: Full-Time

# of Openings: 15

Category: Building Trades

EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

Electronics Technicians perform electrical and electronic testing in accordance with test procedures and present results for inspection to demonstrate satisfactory equipment operation. Technicians operate various meters such as: multimeters, megohmmeters, signal generators, function generators, impedance bridges, oscilloscopes and power meters. Technicians perform cable testing for continuity and insulation resistance of installed cables and operate shipboard electronic systems to support testing. Technicians troubleshoot, repair, adjust and operate complex electronic systems and resolve technical problems with engineering and supervision. Technicians are encouraged to improve how we prepare and execute testing through our continuous improvement program.

Electronics Technicians complete and maintain training to perform the duties of Safety Technician, which requires making systems and components safe for trade work utilizing Lockout Tags Plus procedures. Electronics Technicians may perform work on energized equipment if required and must understand and comply with Electric Boat Safety Manual and technical manual operating requirements.

Candidates must be willing to obtain and maintain radiological dosimetry and may be required to perform work within radiologically controlled areas. Candidates must obtain and maintain a security clearance. After qualified and cleared, candidates may support test executions during sea trials to operate, troubleshoot, and repair if necessary, various electronic systems.

Responsibilities

• Understand and explain basic electrical/electronic theory, as well as interpret electrical drawings, blueprints and diagrams
• Understand and be able to discuss and demonstrate basic troubleshooting techniques, and effective use of electronics test equipment
• Perform cable testing for continuity and insulation resistance of shipboard cabling

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Completion of specialized training in the electronics field beyond high school: i.e.: Electronics certification courses, Vocational courses, or Technical Colleges is required
• Two (2) years experience in the electronics field or related experience is required
• Candidates must be available for all shifts

Preferred:

• Military or shipboard electronics experience is preferred, additional preference given to related U.S. Navy experience.
• Experience with shipboard tagout system or Navy tagout system is preferred

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General Dynamics Electric Boat is a recognized leader in the design, construction and lifecycle support of submarines for the United States Navy.