Shipyard Test Technician Requisition ID 2025-14182

Location US-PA-Philadelphia

Seat Location EB @ Naval Surface Warfare Cen

Trade Engineering

Shift 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Security Clearance Required Secret

Number of Openings 2

Overview

Specific responsibilities include, but not limited to: Advise the Shift Test Engineer on safe and effective execution of operations and testing. Maintain required paperwork (review paperwork daily for completeness and accuracy). Complete and maintain the required training to perform electrical & mechanical operational testing of Steam & Electric Plant Systems. Complete and maintain the required training to perform watch standing duties to include: operate ship's electrical/mechanical systems; support roving watches; monitor electrical/mechanical systems required as part testing which may include weekend work. Complete and maintain the required training to perform the duties of a safety technician which requires making systems safe for trade work utilizing Electric Boat's Lock out/Tag out procedures Complete and maintain the required training to maintain the requirements for system cleanliness Ability to follow written procedures and comply with requirements Install, maintain and remove test equipment (hoses, fittings, test pumps, meters etc.) and have the ability to understand the different types of test equipment, fittings and hoses for each system and apply them correctly per system requirements. Exhibit high moral character and integrity required to certify NAVSEA test requirements Exhibit the ability to read and understand various system and test diagrams/drawings required for all electrical and mechanical system testing. Be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance. Ability to work all shifts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd) including occasional weekend work is required based on department/project needs Please note this job is located in Philadelphia, PA.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent required 2+ years of experience relevant to design, operation, maintenance, and/or testing of marine propulsion systems or similar power generation/control systems. Will accept a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in lieu of 2+ years experience. Preferred: Engineering Degree or Qualification on U.S. Navy nuclear submarine experience involving the operation, test, and maintenance of propulsion plant and associated components is highly desired. Engineering or shipyard environment related to test or operations is highly desired. Familiarity and experience with the COLUMBIA electric plant design and operation. Demonstrated knowledge in the area of power generation, power electronics and controls, electric motor drive systems, and/or power distribution systems operation.

Skills

Skills: Attention to detail Proven strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work in a teaming environment with remote participants, including interfacing regularly with the nuclear Navy customer

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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