About this role
Overview
The candidate for Test Engineer I/II/Sr/Spec will work closely with Nuclear Test Operations (NTO), Ship’s Force personnel (SFO), and various organizations at Electric Boat to support building and testing the nuclear electrical systems on board new construction Virginia- and Columbia-class submarines. Nuclear Test Electrical Engineering is responsible for proper installation and testing of reactor plant electrical systems, including Instrumentation and Control (I&C) systems. Candidates must complete a qualification program for Nuclear Test Engineer, Electrical, which involves learning and discussing various aspects of Nuclear Test Engineering, submarine I&C systems, and shipyard test procedures.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Initial commissioning of propulsion plant instrumentation and control systems
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution for I&C deficiencies
- Developing and executing technical work documents for system energization and alignment
- Recommending, completing, and documenting appropriate retests for repairs and modifications
- Working with Engineering to resolve technical issues
- Coordination with NTO, SFO, and various trades to execute installation and repair of electrical systems
- Use and maintenance of computer-based test equipment for propulsion plant I&C systems
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in testing and/or Naval Nuclear Propulsion
Preferred:
- 4+ years experience in testing and/or Naval Nuclear Propulsion
- Qualification as EOOW/EWS
- Experience testing and operating electrical/electronic propulsion plant I&C systems
- Experience troubleshooting I&C systems/equipment
- Active DOD Secret Clearance
- Bachelor of Science degree in an engineering field
Skills
- Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
- Ability to perform independently, as well as interact with other groups and organizations in a team environment
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Kneeling, Light Lifting, ReachingEnvironmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Hot, Inside, Noise, OilyOther facts
About General Dynamics Electric Boat
General Dynamics Electric Boat is a business unit of General Dynamics with headquarters in Groton, CT. The world’s first and finest submarine builder, Electric Boat was established in 1899 to complete the U.S. Navy’s first modern commissioned submarine, USS Holland. Designed and built by Electric Boat, USS Nautilus, the world’s first nuclear-powered submarine, was launched in 1954. Electric Boat has designed and delivered 17 of the U.S. Navy’s 20 classes of nuclear submarines. Now in its second centennial of submarine building, EB is the design yard and prime contractor for the Virginia-class submarine program, currently in production. EB is also designing and developing the Columbia-class ballistic-missile submarine which will replace the current Ohio class beginning in 2027.
What you'll do
- The Test Engineer will be responsible for the initial commissioning of propulsion plant instrumentation and control systems, as well as troubleshooting and resolving deficiencies. They will also develop technical work documents and coordinate with various teams for the installation and repair of electrical systems.
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