Mechanical Test Engineer - NNTL - 2nd & 3rd shift - Virginia class
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Groton, CT · Posted September 16, 2026
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About the job
Overview
Shipyard Test Organization (D272) is seeking highly motivated candidates on backshift to lead and instruct STO-Mechanical Testers in the safe conduct of Virginia Class Steam and Electric Plant systems, Weapons, and Hull, Mechanical and Auxiliary systems which may include testing on Sea Trials. The successful candidate will be skilled in the proper planning and preparation required to execute Non-Nuclear Testing in accordance with testing guidelines with the highest level of formality and procedural compliance.
Duties include but are not limited to:
Test sequence planning in accordance with Virginia Class playbook
Facilitate instruction of Mechanical Testers on the deck plate
Ability to accomplish complex testing and troubleshooting of Steam Plant, HPA, Weapons and Hydraulic systems
Complete Test Form review IAW CONOPs Test Form Prosecution, participate in Surveillance program and perform Safety walkthroughs
Partner with Trades on deckplate for system turnover, initial pressurization, troubleshooting and correction to increase workforce efficiency and first time quality
Conduct professional interface with variance entities as needed: Nuclear Test, USN, NAVSEA, Naval Reactors, Engineering, and Vendors
Ability to achieve and maintain Qualifications in Virginia Class Steam and Electric Plant
Ability to read, interpret and teach isometric and mechanical system diagram knowledge to perform Lockout/Tag-out of ship systems in accordance with shipyard standard procedures
Demonstrate proper operation of ships systems both on hull and in learning module setting
Operate with the highest level of integrity and formality with strict compliance on material history and handling
Flexible schedule to accommodate major milestone and key event testing as required
Qualifications
Required:
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Must meet one of the following:
3+ years of Mechanical experience
3+ years of Mechanical test or Shipyard Test experience or
3+ years Navy or Military experience
Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering
Preferred:
Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program Experience
Current DOD Secret Clearance
Skills
Candidates must be able to read & work from system diagrams, blue prints and schematics
Physical Qualifications Climbing, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes Cold, Dry, Dusty, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet