What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shipboard Test Engineer position at General Dynamics Electric Boat?
This position is located in Kings, Bay GA
Maintenance and Modernization has an opening for a highly motivated Non-Nuclear Field Test Engineer to support shipboard testing, troubleshooting, and technical execution of non-nuclear systems and components during submarine maintenance and overhaul periods.
Department 707 (D707) Non-Nuclear Repair & Construction Engineering team is a critical component of Electric Boat’s Maintenance & Modernization organization. D707 provides non-nuclear engineering support for submarine maintenance, modernization, alteration, and repair activities to ensure the delivery of mission-ready submarines to the fleet.
The Non-Nuclear Field Test Engineer candidate will provide deck-plate engineering support for maintenance and modernization activities involving submarine non-nuclear systems. This role includes authoring Technical Work Documents (TWDs), executing and supporting testing activities, resolving emergent shipboard issues, and ensuring work is performed in accordance with applicable specifications and quality requirements.
This position requires both shipboard and office-based work and demands a proactive, safety-focused, and deadline-driven approach.
The Non-Nuclear Field Test Engineer supports testing and troubleshooting of:
Key Responsibilities
Required
Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet
Maintenance and Modernization has an opening for a highly motivated Non-Nuclear Field Test Engineer to support shipboard testing, troubleshooting, and technical execution of non-nuclear systems and components during submarine maintenance and overhaul periods.
Department 707 (D707) Non-Nuclear Repair & Construction Engineering team is a critical component of Electric Boat’s Maintenance & Modernization organization. D707 provides non-nuclear engineering support for submarine maintenance, modernization, alteration, and repair activities to ensure the delivery of mission-ready submarines to the fleet.
The Non-Nuclear Field Test Engineer candidate will provide deck-plate engineering support for maintenance and modernization activities involving submarine non-nuclear systems. This role includes authoring Technical Work Documents (TWDs), executing and supporting testing activities, resolving emergent shipboard issues, and ensuring work is performed in accordance with applicable specifications and quality requirements.
This position requires both shipboard and office-based work and demands a proactive, safety-focused, and deadline-driven approach.
The Non-Nuclear Field Test Engineer supports testing and troubleshooting of:
- Submarine Non-Propulsion Electronic Systems (NPES), including fire control, navigation, sonar, instrumentation, and associated electronic systems
- Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) systems, including power distribution, control and indication systems, interior communications, fiber-optic data distribution, and electromechanical actuation
Key Responsibilities
- Author and revise Technical Work Documents (TWDs) supporting non-nuclear maintenance and modernization activities
- Provide shipboard technical direction and real-time troubleshooting support
- Conduct and support system testing and validation efforts
- Ensure compliance with shipbuilding specifications, USN maintenance requirements, and contractual obligations
- Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and structural engineering teams
- Evaluate shipboard conditions and develop practical engineering solutions
Required
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of experience supporting USN submarine mechanical or electrical systems (non-nuclear), including testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, or operation
- Experience using hand tools, torque wrenches, electrical test equipment, and precision measuring devices
- Physically able to climb ladders and steep stairs, ascend/descend scaffolding, and access confined spaces aboard submarines
- 6 years of experience supporting USN submarine mechanical or electrical systems (non-nuclear), including testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, or operation
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (or equivalent experience)
- Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Experience supporting Special Emphasis Programs (e.g., SUBSAFE, Level I)
- Previous qualifications as Navy Quality Assurance Inspector (QAI) or Quality Assurance Officer (QAO)
- Experience testing and troubleshooting shipboard fiber-optic systems
- DoD Secret Clearance
- Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical engineering fundamentals
- Understanding of system integration between electrical and mechanical components
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven setting
- Commitment to safety and proper use of personal protective equipment
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Heavy Lifting, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Medium Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting
Environmental Attributes
Acids or Alkalis, Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet