NTO Test-Mechanic - 2nd shift

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT is seeking a 2nd shift NTO Test-Mechanic to support Nuclear Test Operations. You will perform mechanical testing of nuclear components, align detectors, and ensure safe work through proper tagging out and depressurization.

The role requires reading mechanical diagrams and blueprints, with 2+ years of related mechanical or naval experience. Candidates must be willing to work any shift per union rules and meet safety qualifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years related technical experience.
• Able to read and work from mechanical diagrams, blueprints and schematics.
• 2+ years related mechanical or naval experience.
• Open to any shift per the union agreement.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical testing of nuclear components per test procedures.
• Conduct mechanical alignment and alignment checks for detectors.
• Tag out, isolate, and depressurize systems to support safe work.
• Read drawings and install test gear to support system testing.
• Follow EB Safety Manual and related instructions.

Skills

Read blueprints

Schematic interpretation

Mechanical testing

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

NTO Test-Mechanic - 2nd shift

• Requisition ID: 2026-19061
• Location: US-CT-Groton
• Seat Location: EB Groton Shipyard
• Trade: Building Trades
• Shift: 2nd
• Security Clearance Required: Secret

Overview

This posting is for a 2nd 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 ship's 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

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 2nd 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

Skills

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.

Physical Qualifications

• Climbing
• Color Vision
• Crawling
• Heavy Lifting
• Kneeling
• Light Lifting
• Medium Lifting
• Pulling
• Pushing
• Reaching
• Stooping
• Twisting

Environmental Attributes

• Cold
• Dry
• Dusty
• Hot
• Inside
• Noise
• Outside
• Wet