NTO Test Mechanic - 2nd shift

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a 2nd shift Test Mechanic within Nuclear Test Operations. The role involves testing nuclear components while ensuring safety and compliance with department instructions. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, mechanical experience, and the ability to interpret technical drawings. Heavy lifting and working in confined spaces are required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years related mechanical or naval experience.
• Ability to read & work from mechanical diagrams and schematics.
• Must qualify as a Contamination Worker.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical testing of nuclear components according to procedures.
• Conduct alignment checks for primary and secondary side detectors.
• Ensure proper tagging, isolation, and de-pressurization for safety.

Skills

Interpreting mechanical system diagrams

Mechanical testing

Heavy lifting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical school diploma

Job description

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

Physical Qualifications

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

Environmental Attributes

Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet