U103 TESTER C TURBINES

Northrop Grumman•Sunnyvale, CA

About The Position

Prepare and connect apparatus for tests and operate test facilities and controls to perform static tests on a variety of turbine and auxiliary products using normally established methods, sequences, and tooling. Work with or assist journey-level testers as required. Qualify for, secure, and maintain a security clearance for tester functions. The role uses steam-generating facilities and supporting auxiliary subsystems, test stands, tooling, fixtures, pumps, valves, component test equipment, precision gauges, recorders, and manual hydraulic and electric hand tools. Products and materials include turbines, gearboxes, oil sumps, forced-draft blowers, heat exchangers, turbine generators, valves, control equipment, and related supplies and chemicals. Receive assignments from supervision and instructions from a Test Engineer. Follow safety requirements and test documentation; mount and connect test apparatus and products; operate test facilities and controls; monitor conditions and test data; assist with routine dynamic tests under higher-level direction; maintain and calibrate instruments; record work and data; and keep tools and work areas orderly. The position may assist with or direct support personnel assigned to help with testing. This is a union-represented position.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent GED.
Experience operating commercial and/or industrial fluid systems, such as fluid, hydraulic, steam, air, and electrical systems.
Experience operating and monitoring pumps, valves, low-pressure steam-generating equipment and associated auxiliaries, heat exchangers, and water-treatment units used to provide power, steam, water, and oil for static testing.
Experience adhering to OSHA safety requirements, regulations, procedures, and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO).
Experience using MS Outlook email, creating Word documents, and entering data in Excel spreadsheets.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required U.S. Government Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a large test facility.
Current/active Stationary Operating Engineer license.
At least 4 years of steam plant operations experience aboard a U.S. Navy vessel or in a commercial facility.
Active U.S. Government Secret clearance.
At least 4 years of experience troubleshooting and resolving large steam plant equipment.

Responsibilities

Prepare and connect apparatus and operate test facilities and controls for static tests of turbines and auxiliary products.
Work with or assist journey-level testers as required, and assist with routine dynamic tests under the direction of a higher-level tester.
Receive work assignments from supervision and instructions from a Test Engineer.
Read and follow safety regulations, procedures, and manufacturing instruction packages, including drawings, change notices, operation sheets, specifications, and work authorizations.
Position and mount apparatus on pedestals and stands; assemble and bolt components, test plates, adapters, fixtures, hoses, fittings, and piping; cut and install gaskets; connect specified steam, water, air, and oil lines and gauges; and disassemble equipment after testing.
Start, operate, and monitor test facilities and auxiliary systems, including pumps, valves, low-pressure steam-generating equipment, feed-water, cooling-water and condensate systems, heat exchangers, and water-treatment units.
Operate test-stand controls to maintain specified pressures, temperatures, and flows; check for leaks and review test data to ensure results meet specifications and operating policies.
Start and operate pickling equipment to clean castings, fabrications, and parts.
Maintain the inventory of instruments and gauges and arrange for their calibration at specified times.
Observe safe operating practices and remain familiar with emergency shutdown procedures.
Make time-charge entries and record data as required.
Maintain tools, equipment, and the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
Assist and/or direct support personnel assigned to help with testing.
Perform other work of equal or lower classification as required.