Submarine Propulsion Plant Fluids Systems Engineer (Groton)

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Construction Support Engineer for the Propulsion Plant Fluids Systems team. You will directly support deckplate operations, drive first-time quality, and contribute to continuous improvement in submarine propulsion systems.

The role collaborates with shipyard trades, test organizations, and technical authorities to resolve challenges, apply design changes, and enhance manufacturability while reducing construction span time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related field.
• 0–5 years of professional engineering experience.
• Active DOD Secret clearance required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactive engagement with pipefitters, welders, machinists, and Test organizations to anticipate issues and ensure on-time, first-time quality execution of work.
• Development of sound technical rationale and recommendations for Government approval authorities (NNL, BPMI) and the Navy when addressing non-conformances.
• Support feasibility studies, engineering evaluations, and on-hull implementation of design changes aimed at improving performance, acoustics, reliability, or producibility.
• Collaborate with other engineering organizations, work planning, and construction teams to streamline processes and enhance system build and test efficiency.
• Learn from experienced mentors and grow into increasing levels of technical and program responsibility.

Skills

Strong communication

Self-motivation

Organization

Continuous learning

Root-cause analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field

Preferred: Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Construction Support Engineer for the Propulsion Plant Fluids Systems team. You will directly support deckplate operations, drive first-time quality, and contribute to continuous improvement in submarine propulsion systems.

The role collaborates with shipyard trades, test organizations, and technical authorities to resolve challenges, apply design changes, and enhance manufacturability while reducing construction span time.