Test Electrician - Virginia and Columbia Programs - Shipyard Test Organization

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp.; Groton (CT); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

General Dynamics Electric Boat Corp. seeks a skilled Electrical Test Director to perform comprehensive electrical testing across shipboard systems, supporting submarine construction and sea trials.

The role requires the ability to work on submarines under construction in varied weather, adhere to safety, and maintain security clearances. The position emphasizes interpreting diagrams, detailed testing, and readiness to engage in all shifts as required to ensure naval readiness and system

Formación

• High School diploma or GED plus 2+ years technical experience.
• Prior military training or electrical job experience or training from Vocational, Technical or Community College.
• Must be available for any shift.
• Naval submarine system or shipboard testing experience preferred, Lockout/Tagout familiarity beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Perform electrical testing of Shipboard, Steam and Electric Plant, Auxiliary and Weapons systems.
• Complete Test Director review of Test Form data daily and log calibrated test equipment.
• Read and understand systems and test diagrams/drawings for electrical testing.
• Work onboard submarines under construction in all weather and shifts.
• Perform testing with meters to check continuity and align ship systems electronics.
• Follow Division Safety Manual and operating instructions; maintain DoD Secret clearance.

Conocimientos

Interpret blueprints

Attention to detail

Electrical skills

Critical thinking

Read and pass schools

Educación

High School diploma or GED

2+ years technical experience

Military training or electrical training

Descripción del empleo

Overview

The Shipyard Test Organization is a learning organization that plans, prepares and executes complex testing on all non-nuclear systems through strict adherence to the policies and procedures that drive our Test Program. Our Test Directors abide by the nuclear watch-standing principles that have shaped our STO Pillars: Procedural Compliance, Ownership, Integrity, Level of Knowledge, Backup each other, Formality, and Planning.

STO is the premier trade made up of a team of world class testers who have the knowledge and skill to be the last in line delivering the most capable warships to the U.S. Navy. STO Test Directors complete a rigorous qualification program through provided schooling, hands-on application and troubleshooting on the deckplate, and a continued dedication to growth and proficiency within their role.

Responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:

• Perform electrical testing of all Shipboard, Steam and Electric Plant, Auxiliary and Weapons systems.
• Complete Test Director review of Test Form data daily and logging calibrated test equipment
• Exhibit high moral character and integrity required to certify NAVSEA test requirements.
• Exhibit the ability to read and understand various systems and test diagrams/drawings required for all electrical system testing.
• Work onboard submarines under construction during all phases of construction in all types of weather.
• Work requires heavy lifting, pulling and climbing (ladders) and entering tight/confined spaces for extended periods of time.
• Perform various electrical testing tasks using various meters to perform continuity checks of installed cables and equipment. Perform alignments of ship systems electronic systems. Assist in trouble shooting when required.
• Individuals must understand and comply with Division Safety Manual and technical manual operating instructions
• Be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Training and Qualifications:

Shipyard Test personnel are required to complete and maintain qualifications in the following areas:

• Training to perform electrical operational testing of all Steam and Electric Plant systems; Hull Mechanical and Auxiliary systems; and Weapons systems which may include going on sea trials.
• Work Controls: Qualify to perform the duties of a safety technician which requires making systems safe for trade work utilizing Electric Boat’s Lockout/Tag-out procedures.
• Perform watch standing duties to include: operate ship’s electrical systems; roving watches required for ship safety, or monitor electrical systems required as part of the construction which may include weekend work.
• Use of radiological dosimetry to work within radiological controlled areas when required.
• Complete and maintain the required training to work on energized equipment

Candidates must be prepared to work any shift.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or GED plus 2+ years technical experience
• Prior military training or electrical job experience or training from Vocational, Technical or Community College
• Must be available for any shift

Preferred:

• Prior US Naval submarine system experience or prior testing experience with shipboard systems
• Experience with Lockout/Tagout procedures

Skills

• Ability to interpret blueprints, system diagrams, and schematics
• Attention to detail
• Electrical skills (ability to work with basic electrical tools)
• Ability to think critically
• Ability to pass required schools for specific qualifications

Physical Qualifications

Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes

Cold, Dry, Dusty, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet