Test Facilities Mechanic

General Dynamics Electric Boat•Groton, CT

About The Position

The D237 Test Services and Support Mechanic supports the performance of Steam and Electric Plant (S&EP) and Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) test programs for the VIRGINIA Class and COLUMBIA Class in Groton. The role also routes, installs, and services various mechanical temporary services and systems. Work takes place in Test Facilities, COATS, the Pure Water Shed, Duck Pond, the Machine Shop (LPT and LET Testing), and other testing and activity areas. The mechanic supports test operations, handles materials for testers, reads technical drawings, maintains test equipment, and works with shipboard mechanical testers to troubleshoot issues and improve processes. The position requires strict adherence to material history and handling requirements and flexibility to accommodate major milestones and key-event testing.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 1 year of mechanical experience.
Prior military training, mechanical job experience, or training from a vocational or technical school or community college.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.
Ability to perform heavy lifting, pulling, climbing ladders, and work in tight or confined spaces for extended periods.

Nice To Haves

Self-motivated and technically minded, with an understanding of the submarine test program.
Warehousing experience and organizational skills, including inventory management, attention to detail, and customer service.
Mechanical knowledge and competencies.

Responsibilities

Perform testing and operations in Test Facilities, COATS, the Pure Water Shed, Duck Pond, the Machine Shop (LPT and LET Testing), and other testing and activity areas.
Serve as the standing crib issue point attendant, ensuring materials issued to testers comply with application, rating, and intended end use.
Read and interpret isometric, mechanical system, and test equipment drawings and diagrams for kit building and test equipment assembly.
Achieve and maintain qualifications in NAVSEA 6010, Steam Plant Clean, and Grade A.
Conduct preventive maintenance on test equipment and shipboard equipment, including hydrostatic testing of Test Facilities’ hoses and operational checks and repairs of Test Facilities’ equipment.
Work shipboard with mechanical testers to troubleshoot and analyze issues with test equipment and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Route, install, and service various mechanical temporary services and systems for testing.
Use shop equipment to clean, service, repair, and fabricate test equipment.
Maintain the highest level of integrity and formality and strictly comply with material history and handling requirements.
Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate major milestone and key-event testing as required.