Systems Engineer I/II

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. in Groton, CT is seeking a test equipment design engineer to support Virginia-class propulsion testing across Groton, Quonset Point, and Sub-Base New London facilities.

You will design and maintain test equipment drawings, collaborate with test trades, and review procedures to ensure equipment meets specifications and functions during testing. Prior naval and fluid systems experience is valuable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering is required.
• 0–4 years post-graduate engineering experience.
• Active DOD Secret clearance preferred.
• Naval Nuclear Program experience is preferred.
• Experience with fluid system fittings and components is a plus.
• Experience testing fluid systems (hydrostatic, flushing, calibration, leak checks).
• Experience designing custom parts and working through internships or jobs.

Responsibilities

• Design, maintenance, and issuance of test equipment drawings with focus on quality and user experience.
• Collaborate with test trades and engineering to design test equipment and provide technical expertise.
• Review test procedures to ensure equipment meets specifications and will function during testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivation

Learning mindset

Education

BS in Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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

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