Test Procedure Writer / Engineer I/II

General Dynamics Electric Boat; New London (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Electric Boat is seeking a Test Procedure Writer / Engineer to draft and validate step-by-step technical test procedures for IPS-related systems. You will work across Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, and Software teams to ensure procedures meet engineering specs and safety requirements.

You will review ERDs and PRDs, perform walkthroughs with technicians, and manage EDMS documentation. Occasional travel to the test facility is required as part of validation and approvals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
• 0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience in hardware, manufacturing, software, or regulated testing environment, or relevant military service.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret-level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and maintain step-by-step technical test procedures aligned with engineering specs.
• Interpret ERDs and PRDs to define testable conditions and acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with Systems, Design, Electrical, and Software Engineers to document test environments.
• Conduct physical or digital test drives and walkthroughs to validate procedures for safety and accuracy.
• Ensure procedures comply with regulatory and internal quality standards.
• Manage document control through the EDMS system and track revisions.
• Prepare formal correspondence to government for document approvals.
• Interface with internal and external customers to align requirements.
• Travel to the test facility as needed to verify procedures.

Skills

Schematic literacy

Documentation tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Word

Adobe

Visio

PLM software

Job description

Overview

Overview

Electric Boat is gearing up to execute a major construction and test program for the 827 Integrated Power Systems (IPS) at the IPS Compatibility Test Facility (CTF) in Philadelphia, PA. The IPS encompasses both the cutting-edge electric drive propulsion plant and the core electrical power distribution system. A pre-production integrated test program utilizing prototypic equipment is currently underway at the CTF and will run continuously right through the launch of the motor module test program.

Every groundbreaking product requires proof that it works safely, reliably, and perfectly under pressure, and we need to withstand a lot of pressure. As our Test Procedure Writer / Engineer, you aren't just documenting data—You sit exactly at the intersection of brilliant engineering designs and hands-on physical reality.

Without your master procedures and test frameworks, the technicians can't test, the system can't launch, and the product can't reach the world. You are the ultimate gatekeeper of quality and safety.

What's In It for You?

• Total Product Visibility: Unlike roles that silo you into one single component, you get an end-to-end view of our entire system. You will collaborate daily with Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, and Software teams.
• Bridge the Gap: You'll be the translator who turns abstract, complex engineering requirements into flawless, actionable reality. Your work directly prevents failures and protects people.
• A Masterclass in Systems Engineering: This role is a continuous learning engine. You will constantly absorb new methodologies, master cutting-edge testing technologies, and learn directly from expert multidisciplinary engineers.
• Collaborative with Test Facility Touchpoints: While this is primarily an engineering and documentation-focused role, it isn't a rigid "desk-only" job. You will travel to visit the test facility as needed to see your procedures in action, sync with technicians, and validate your work in the real world.

Key Tasks

• Procedure Authoring: Draft, review, and maintain step-by-step technical test procedures, by using operation manuals, and verification of matrices mapped directly to engineering specifications
• Requirement Breakdown: Interpret Engineering Requirement Documents (ERDs) and Product Requirement Documents (PRDs) to identify testable conditions and define explicit acceptance criteria
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Systems, Design, Electrical, and Software Engineers to extract necessary inputs and ensure test environments are accurately documented
• Validation & Walkthroughs: Perform physical or digital "test drives" and walkthroughs of draft procedures alongside testing technicians to validate accuracy, flow, and safety parameters prior to formal sign-off
• Regulatory & Quality Compliance: Ensure all written procedures strictly conform to industry regulations and internal quality management standards
• Document Control Management: Submit, track, and archive completed documents, revision requests, and test records through the company's Electronic Document Management System (EDMS).
• Development of formal correspondence to the government for various document approval purposes
• Interface with external and internal customers to ensure alignment
• Work travel is periodically required

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Software) or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Experience: 0-5 years of post-graduate engineering experience in a hardware, manufacturing, software, or highly regulated testing environment or post-graduate military experience within the Submarine Force in a technical, electronics, or analytical rating (e.g., ET, FT, STS, ITS, or Nukes).
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret-level security clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications in Lean/Six Sigma or technical auditing
• Hands-on laboratory or workshop troubleshooting experience.
• 3+ years of military experience within the Submarine Force in a technical, electronics, or analytical rating (e.g., ET, FT, STS, ITS, or Nukes).
• Proven experience adhering to rigorous sub-surface standard operating procedures and a 'First Time Quality' mindset.
• Technical Writing: Demonstrated track record of writing high-consequence technical manuals, work instructions, command-statement test scripts or equivalent test documents.

Skills

• Schematic Literacy: Ability to interpret engineering schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and CAD models to construct test frameworks.
• Mastery of standard documentation platforms (MS Word, Adobe, Visio) and familiarity with technical databases or PLM software.

Physical Qualifications

Color Vision, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping

Environmental Attributes

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