Mechanical Test Engineer - CLB - 2nd Shift

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Mechanical Test Engineer for the CLB on 2nd shift to lead and instruct testers in the safe conduct of Columbia Class plant systems, weapons, and hull systems. You will plan, test, and troubleshoot non-nuclear tests with formal procedures and compliance.

Responsibilities include coordinating deckplate activities, teaching proper testing techniques, and ensuring first-time quality through precise document review and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Read & interpret system diagrams, blueprints and schematics.
• 3+ years experience in Mechanical, Mechanical Test, Shipyard Test or equivalent Navy or Military experience.
• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or Systems Engineering; other engineering disciplines will be considered.
• Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience (preferred).
• Current DoD Secret Clearance (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Plan test sequences in accordance with Columbia Class playbooks and testing guidelines.
• Instruct Mechanical Testers on deck plate and ensure safety and compliance.
• Troubleshoot complex Steam Plant, HPA, Weapons, and Hydraulic systems during testing.
• Review Test Forms IAW CONOPs; participate in Surveillance program and safety walkthroughs.
• Coordinate with trades for system turnover, pressurization, and first-time quality improvements.

Skills

Diagram interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Mechanical Test Engineer - CLB - 2nd Shift

Job ID: 2026-21388
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 6
Category: Manufacturing Support/Trades
EB Groton Shipyard
US-CT-Groton

Responsibilities for this Position

Shipyard Test Organization (D272) is seeking highly motivated candidates to lead and instruct STO-Mechanical Testers in the safe conduct of Columbia Class Steam and Electric Plant systems, Weapons, and Hull, Mechanical and Auxiliary systems which may include testing on Sea Trials. The successful candidate will be skilled in the proper planning and preparation required to execute Non-Nuclear Testing in accordance with testing guidelines with the highest level of formality and procedural compliance.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Test sequence planning in accordance with Columbia Class playbook
• Facilitate instruction of Mechanical Testers on the deck plate
• Ability to accomplish complex testing and troubleshooting of Steam Plant, HPA, Weapons and Hydraulic systems
• Complete Test Form review IAW CONOPs Test Form Prosecution, participate in Surveillance program and perform Safety walkthroughs
• Partner with Trades on deckplate for system turnover, initial pressurization, troubleshooting and correction to increase workforce efficiency and first time quality
• Conduct professional interface with variance entities as needed: Nuclear Test, USN, NAVSEA, Naval Reactors, Engineering, and Vendors
• Ability to achieve and maintain Qualifications in Columbia Class Steam and Electric Plant
• Ability to read, interpret and teach isometric and mechanical system diagram knowledge to perform Lockout/Tag-out of ship systems in accordance with shipyard standard procedures
• Demonstrate proper operation of ships systems both on hull and in learning module setting
• Operate with the highest level of integrity and formality with strict compliance on material history and handling
• Flexible schedule to accommodate major milestone and key event testing as required

**These are 2nd shift positions. The schedule for these roles will either operate Sunday - Wednesday or Wednesday - Saturday.**

Responsibilities

• Candidates must be able to read & work from system diagrams, blue prints and schematics

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years experience in Mechanical, Mechanical Test, Shipyard Test or equivalent Navy or Military experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering; other Engineering disciplines will be considered
• Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program Experience
• Current DOD Secret Clearance

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