JOB DETAILS
Test Engineer - Non Nuclear Test - CWS & NPES - 3rd Shift
CompanyGeneral Dynamics Electric Boat
LocationGroton
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 21, 2026
About The Company
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.
About the Role
Overview
D441 Test Engineers plan and execute Combat and Weapons Systems and Non-Propulsion Electronics Systems test programs with D278 Electronics Technicians in the shop, COATS facility CCSMs and shipboard for all submarine classes in a safe and efficient manner.
D441 Test Engineer responsibilities include:
- Qualifying as and executing all duties of a Shift Test Director IAW NAVSEA 0905-485-6010
- Conducting thorough job hazard analysis briefs to assure personnel and equipment safety
- Ensuring proper safety and re-entry control procedures are in place and strictly adhered to
- Certifying all prerequisites are fully met prior to commencing tests
- Evaluating recorded data for conformance to test procedure requirements and specifications
- Performing post-testing procedure reviews for completeness and accuracy
- Conducting effective shift turnover to maximize cross-shift work continuity and efficiency
- Documenting, publishing, and troubleshooting test hold ups and non-conformances
- Interaction with trade personnel, ships management, engineering, and government personnel
Qualifications
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Minimum of two years of experience with shipboard construction, testing, and/or operation/familiarity with combat and weapons systems
Preferred:
- Previous shipyard test or supervisory experience, or equivalent Navy experience onboard OHIO, VIRGINIA, SEAWOLF, or LOS ANGELES class submarines
- Experience with the Navy tag-out process, EB shipboard tag-out process, or EB non-shipboard tag-out process is highly desired
Skills
Must have the ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate good personal and personnel management skills. This position also requires excellent task management and communication skills to coordinate and direct integrated test evolutions, as well as understanding submarine construction and test philosophies.
Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, TwistingEnvironmental Attributes
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, WetKey Skills
Test engineeringCombat systemsWeapons systemsNon-propulsion electronics systemsJob hazard analysisSafety proceduresData evaluationTest procedure complianceTask managementCommunication skillsSubmarine constructionTag-out processTroubleshootingShift turnoverPersonnel management
Categories
EngineeringManufacturingSecurity & SafetyManagement & LeadershipGovernment & Public Sector
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Test Engineer plans and executes combat and weapons systems test programs for submarine classes in a safe and efficient manner. Responsibilities include conducting job hazard analyses, certifying test prerequisites, evaluating recorded data, and managing shift turnovers.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
9877
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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