Nuclear Test Engineer I

2 weeks ago


Groton Connecticut, United States General Dynamics Electric Boat Full time
Overview:
Nuclear Test Engineering (D275) is responsible for the safe conduct of reactor plant testing onboard all submarine classes. 

Candidates must complete a comprehensive Qualification Program for Shift Test Engineer (STE) on the S9G reactor plant.

This involves passing:

Extensive classroom training and written examinations;

Completing shipboard training;

NAVSEA certified Written examination;

EB administered oral examination.

 

Approximate time for training before qualification as STE is 20-24 months after obtaining security clearance.

 

After qualification the STE directs reactor plant testing for their assigned shift (position does require various shift work, including overtime, weekends and the possibility of holidays). This includes direction of Ships Force, RadCon, Trades, Inspection, and Test Technician personnel.  The qualified STE ensures testing and operations involving the reactor plant are performed safely and in accordance with NAVSEA (phone number removed), Manual for the Control of Testing and Plant Conditions.

Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:

BS in Engineering or Science

0-14 years of related experience

Ability to obtain and maintain a secret level DOD security clearance 

Candidate must be from organizations outside of operations (Gildart/Gabriel)

Preferred Qualifications:

Naval nuclear experience (EOOW/EWS Qualified) 

Passed NAVSEA written exam

Current secret clearance through the DOD

Physical Qualifications:
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting

Environmental Attributes:
Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet


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