Mechanical Test Engineer - Non Nuclear Test Lead

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, Connecticut, is seeking skilled Mechanical Testers to lead safe testing of Virginia Class Steam and Electric Plant systems, Weapons, and Hull systems. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and 3+ years of relevant experience.

The role includes planning test sequences, instructing team members, troubleshooting systems, and ensuring compliance with strict safety guidelines. Relevant engineering education and DOD Secret Clearance are pluses in this dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Mechanical Test, Shipyard Test, or equivalent Navy/Military experience.
• Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program experience preferred.
• Current DOD Secret Clearance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and instruct Mechanical Testers in performing various tests.
• Conduct test sequence planning and troubleshooting.
• Ensure compliance with safety and procedural guidelines.

Skills

Ability to read & work from system diagrams

Mechanical Test expertise

Problem-solving in testing systems

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

Shipyard Test Organization (D272) is seeking highly motivated candidates to lead and instruct STO-Mechanical Testers in the safe conduct of Virginia 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 Virginia 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 Virginia 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

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• 3+ years of experience in 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 ExperienceCurrent DOD Secret Clearance

Skills

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

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet