NTO Test- Mechanic - 1st Shift

General Dynamics Corporation; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a NTO Test- Mechanic for the 1st shift in Groton, CT. You will perform mechanical testing of nuclear components, align primary and secondary detectors, and ensure systems are properly tagged out and de-pressurized to enable safe work for others.

Candidates must read mechanical diagrams and drawings, comply with safety manuals and technical directives, and be medically able to qualify as a Contamination Worker.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years related technical experience.
• Ability to read and work from mechanical system diagrams, blueprints, and schematics.
• 2+ years related mechanical or naval experience.
• Must be available for any shift per the union agreement.

Responsibilities

• Understand and interpret mechanical diagrams, blueprints, schematics and Test Equipment Drawings to build and install test gear supporting system testing.

Skills

Read blueprints

Mechanical diagrams interpretation

Safety procedures

Test equipment usage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school diploma

Tools

Test Equipment Drawings

Job description

Responsibilities for this Position

NTO Test- Mechanic - 1st Shift
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2026-20915
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 5
Category: Building Trades
EB Groton Shipyard

Overview
This posting is for a 1st shift Test Mechanic within Nuclear Test Operations.
This position will require mechanical testing of nuclear components in accordance with their respective test procedure, performing mechanical alignment and alignment checks for both primary and secondary side detectors, and performing the duties of Safety Technician to ensure that systems are properly tagged out, isolated, and de-pressurized in order for other trades to perform work safely.
Candidates must be able to understand and interpret mechanical system diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and Test Equipment Drawings for building and installing test gear to support system testing.
The selected individual must understand the requirements and comply with the EB Safety Manual, various technical manuals, and applicable department instructions when working on ships equipment.
Some heavy lifting is required along with crawling and working in tight, confined spaces.
The applicant must be medically able and willing to qualify as a Contamination Worker to obtain and maintain dosimetry. In addition, the individual must be able to pass all required trade training qualifications, including Grade A and Steam Plant Cleanliness

Responsibilities
Candidates must be able to understand and interpret mechanical system diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and Test Equipment Drawings for building and installing test gear to support system testing.

Qualifications
Required:

• High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years related technical experience.
• Candidates must be able to read & work from mechanical system diagrams, blueprints, and schematics
• 2+ years related mechanical or naval experience
• Although this is a 1st shift position, please note that candidates must be available for any shift per the union agreement.

Preferred:

• Technical school diploma
• Previous U.S. Navy or Nuclear Test Operations experience or shipboard testing with mechanical systems

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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.