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NTO Test Mechanic - 2nd shift

General Dynamics Electric Boat
United States, Connecticut, Groton
Jun 06, 2025

NTO Test Mechanic - 2nd shift


Requisition ID
2025-14827

Location
US-CT-Groton

Seat Location
EB Groton Shipyard

Trade
Building Trades

Shift
2nd

Security Clearance Required
Secret

Number of Openings
3



Overview

This posting is for a 2nd shift Test Mechanic within Nuclear Test Operations.

This position will require mechanical testing of nuclear components in accordance with their respective test procedure, performing mechanical alignment and alignment checks for both primary and secondary side detectors, and performing the duties of "Safety Technician" to ensure that systems are properly tagged out, isolated, and de-pressurized in order for other trades to perform work safely.

Candidates must be able to understand and interpret mechanical system diagrams, blueprints, schematics, and Test Equipment Drawings for building and installing test gear to support system testing.

The selected individual must understand the requirements and comply with the EB Safety Manual, various technical manuals, and applicable department instructions when working on ship's equipment.

Some heavy lifting is required along with crawling and working in tight, confined spaces.

The applicant must be medically able and willing to qualify as a Contamination Worker to obtain and maintain dosimetry. In addition, the individual must be able to pass all required trade training qualifications, including Grade A and Steam Plant Cleanliness.



Qualifications

Required:

    High School Diploma or GED or 2+ years related technical experience.
  • Candidates must be able to read & work from mechanical system diagrams, blueprints, and schematics
  • 2+ years related mechanical or naval experience
  • Although this is a 2nd shift position, please note that candidates must be available for any shift per the union agreement.

Preferred:

  • Technical school diploma
  • Previous U.S. Navy or Nuclear Test Operations experience or shipboard testing with mechanical systems


Physical 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


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