Systems Engineer I/II

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

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. in Groton, CT is seeking a Bachelor of Science–level engineer to design, maintain, and issue test equipment drawings for the Virginia Class propulsion plant testing program.

The role supports submarine reactor and steam plant testing at Groton, Quonset Point, and Sub-Base New London, collaborating with test trades and engineering teams. You will review procedures, ensure equipment meets specs, and contribute technical solutions for end-to-end testing in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Required).
• 0-4 years of post-graduate engineering experience (Required).
• Preferred: BS in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Preferred: Active DOD Secret clearance.
• Preferred: Prior Naval Nuclear Program experience.
• Preferred: Experience with fluid systems fittings & components.
• Preferred: Experience testing fluid systems (hydrostatic testing, flushing, calibration, leak checks).
• Preferred: Experience designing custom parts.
• Preferred: Engineering experience through work, internships, or summer positions.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintenance, and issuance of test equipment drawings with a focus on technical quality and end-user experience.
• Supporting test trades and test engineering organizations by collaborating on test equipment designs and offering technical expertise on the available equipment.
• Reviewing of test procedures and other source documentation to ensure designed test equipment is within the required specifications and will function as expected during testing.

Job description

Overview

The VIRGINIA Class Propulsion Plant Test Equipment group is cognizant over support systems used to test the reactor plant and steam plant system's piping and components at Electric Boat's Groton Shipyard, Electric Boat's Quonset Point Manufacturing Facility, and the Nuclear Regional Maintenance Department at Sub-Base New London. Cognizance over the support systems spans both the Virginia and the Los Angeles class of ships with this group support both new construction, and major overhaul availabilities that Electric Boat is contracted to perform. Additionally, the VIRGINIA Class Propulsion Plant Test Equipment group is responsible for assisting with any deckplate issues that arise during reactor plant and steam plant testing, which utilizes test equipment, and offering technically sound solutions.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Design, maintenance, and issuance of test equipment drawings with a focus on both technical quality and overall end user experience.
• Supporting the various test trades and test engineering organizations by collaborating on test equipment designs and offering technical expertise on the available equipment.
• Reviewing of test procedures and other source documentation to ensure designed test equipment is within the required specifications and will function as expected during testing.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 0-4 years of post-graduate engineering experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor's of Science or higher in Mechanical, Marine, Aerospace, or Manufacturing Engineering
• Active DOD Secret clearance
• Prior Naval Nuclear Program experience
• Experience using or working with the various fittings and components used in fluid systems.
• Experience relevant to performing testing on fluid systems such as hydrostatic testing, flushing, component calibration, leak checks, etc.
• Experience designing custom parts.
• Experience working in engineering through employment, internships, or summer positions.

Skills

• Above average written and verbal communication skills
• Organization, self-motivation, desire for continued learning, and a questioning attitude
• An experienced mentor will be assigned to each engineer and on the job training is expected

Environmental Attributes

Inside