Test Engineer - Submarine Operations Technical Lead

General Dynamics Electric Boat; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat in Groton, CT seeks a Test Engineer - Submarine Operations Technical Lead to drive technical guidance, coordinate LTD updates, and ensure quality of submarine manuals. You will interface with EB Engineering, Navy, and shipyard teams to resolve issues and shape maintenance programs.

The role requires submarine qualification or leadership experience, DoD clearance eligibility, and a strong background in naval systems, documentation, and process improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic software tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide Technical Guidance, oversight, and coordination of LTD updates.
• Ensure quality of technical manuals and conformance to procedures.
• Facilitate resolution of comments on LTD products with Navy, shipyards, and vendors.
• Interface with EB Engineering disciplines and customers to resolve technical issues.
• Attend kickoff meetings, evaluate designs, and estimate department man-hours.
• Set priorities, develop schedules, and manage workload with supervision.
• Suggest and implement process improvements where appropriate.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Planning & scheduling

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Test Engineer - Submarine Operations Technical Lead

Requisition ID

2026-17297

Location

US-CT-Groton

Seat Location

EB Groton Shipyard

Trade

Engineering

Shift

1st

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Overview

There's never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront designing, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.

About Department 403 - Technical Services. The Life Cycle Support directorate is responsible for the development and maintenance of all submarine logistics products, including modernization and fleet support of submarines. Our mission is to provide the U.S. Navy five-star support that increases submarine Operational Availability and Capability. As part of this directorate, Department 403 - Technical Services provides writing, editing, logistics, and production services in the development and maintenance of logistic technical data (LTD), including ship systems manuals and component technical manuals for OHIO, SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA, SSGN, and COLUMBIA.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide Technical Guidance, oversight, and coordination of the development of new modified LTD
• Ensure quality of technical manuals and guarantee that products are prepared in accordance with published procedures and processes
• Facilitate the resolution of internal and external comments against LTD products
• Regularly interface with various EB Engineering disciplines, shipyard organizations, vendors and the Navy customer to resolve or better understand technical and programmatic issues
• Attend kickoff meetings, evaluate designs, and provide department man-hour estimates for manual updates or other products as appropriate
• Work with supervision to determine priorities, develop schedules, and manage work load
• Recommend and implement process improvement’s, as appropriate

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Served submarine qualified (SS) Lieutenant (LT) or above OR Served submarine qualified (SS) Chief Petty Officer (CPO) or above
• 5+ years of experience related to operating, maintaining, or documenting submarine ship systems and the use of operating procedures
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Preferred

• Served submarine qualified (SS) Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) or above OR Served submarine qualified (SS) Senior Chief Petty Officer (SCPO) or above
• Successful completion of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
• Completion of a submarine department head tour or a submarine Engineering. Department Master Chief(EDMC) tour or prior served Chief of the Boat
• Experience with operation and maintenance of non-propulsion electronics system (NPES) equipment is desired
• Experience with operation and maintenance of submarine hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) systems (trim system, high pressure air system, electrical distribution system, etc.)
• A technical background in submarine systems and components and/or submarine operational experience
• Experience working with special emphasis programs (DSS‑SOC, SUBSAFE, and Fly-by-Wire) requirements
• Experience working with submarine Logistics Technical Data (Ship System Manual, Technical Manuals, etc.)
• Active SECRET security clearance

Skills

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work
• Microsoft Office computer skills

Why Join Us

• We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
• Competitive Pay & Benefits - Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
• Career Growth - Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
• Stability & Expansion - We're growing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
• Inclusive Culture - Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
• Impactful Work - Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navy's mission