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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