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Test Engineer Submarine Operations Technical Lead
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2026-20409
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 2
Category: Engineering
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
Theresnever been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand forcutting-edgenaval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefront designing, building, andmaintainingthe most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.
The Life Cycle Support directorateis responsible forthe development and maintenance of all submarinelogisticsproducts, including modernization and fleet support of submarines. Our mission is to provide the U.S. Navy five-star support that increases submarine Operational Availability and Capability. As part of this directorate, Department 403 Technical Services provides writing, editing, logistics, and production services in the development and maintenance of logistic technical data (LTD), including ship systems manuals and component technical manuals for OHIO, SEAWOLF, VIRGINIA, SSGN, and COLUMBIA.
The D403 SystemsTestEngineer brings extensiveshipboardexpertiseto provide technical guidance and oversight of new andmodifiedwritten technical products. These products include ship systems manuals,componenttechnical manuals, steam and electric plant manuals,maintenanceand alteration documents.As a submarine operations technical lead, they will have technical oversight over a writing group and LTD product line, working directly with D403 supervision and Electric Boat engineering departments to ensure product accuracy and qualityfor shipboard use.More key responsibilities are listed below.The ability to direct others toaccomplishtasksis required tobe successful in this role.
ProvideTechnical Guidance, oversight, and coordination of the development ofnewmodified LTD
Ensure quality of technical manuals and guarantee that products are preparedin accordance withpublished procedures and processes
Facilitate the resolution of internal and external comments against LTD products
Regularlyinterface withvarious EB Engineering disciplines, shipyard organizations,vendorsand the Navy customer to resolve or better understand technical and programmatic issues
Attend kickoff meetings, evaluate designs, and provide departmentman-hourestimates for manual updates or other products as appropriate
Work with supervision todeterminepriorities,develop schedules, and managework load
Recommend and implement process improvements, as appropriate
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work
Microsoft Office computer skills
We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
Competitive Pay & Benefits Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuitionassistance
Career Growth Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
Stability & Expansion Weregrowing, adding thousands of new jobs across our facilities
Inclusive Culture Employee Resource Groups and community engagement
Impactful Work Every role contributes directly to national defense and the U.S. Navys mission
Required
High School Diploma or GED
Served submarine qualified (SS) Lieutenant (LT) or above OR Served submarine qualified (SS) Chief Petty Officer (CPO) or above
5+ years of experience related to operating,maintaining, or documenting submarine ship systems and the use of operating procedures
Ability to obtain andmaintaina DoD Secret clearance
Served submarine qualified (SS) Lieutenant Commander (LCDR) or above OR Served submarine qualified (SS) Senior Chief Petty Officer (SCPO) or above
Successful completion of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
Completion of a submarine department head tour or a submarine Engineering.Department MasterChief(EDMC) touror prior served Chief of the Boat
Experience with operation and maintenance of non-propulsion electronics system (NPES) equipment is desired
Experience with operation and maintenance of submarine hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E) systems (trim system, high pressure air system, electrical distribution system, etc.)
A technical background in submarine systems and components and/or submarine operational experience
Experience working with special emphasis programs (DSS-SOC, SUBSAFE, and Fly-by-Wire) requirements
Experience working with submarine Logistics Technical Data (Ship System Manual, Technical Manuals, etc.)
Active SECRET security clearance
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