Full-Time

Shipyard Test Technician

Posted on 10/4/2025

Deadline 10/16/26
General Dynamics

General Dynamics

10,001+ employees

Produces defense hardware and business jets

No salary listed

Company Does Not Provide H1B Sponsorship

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Hybrid

Category
QA & Testing (2)
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Requirements
  • 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.
Responsibilities
  • 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
Desired Qualifications
  • 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.
  • 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

General Dynamics designs and builds defense and aerospace systems for government and commercial customers. Its products include nuclear-powered submarines and ships, armored vehicles, and Gulfstream business jets, all integrated with advanced propulsion and avionics. It differentiates itself through a long track record of large-scale contracts, deep multi-domain engineering, and a balanced portfolio across military programs and commercial aviation. Its goal is to provide reliable, mission-critical platforms and technologies for national defense and secure civilian travel.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1952

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q1 2026 orders exceeded $26 billion, lifting backlog to $131 billion.[1]
  • Marine Systems revenue grew 21% on submarine programs, supporting near-term execution.[1]
  • Aerospace delivered 38 aircraft in Q1 2026 with strong margins.[1]

What critics are saying

  • Marine execution slips directly hit submarine revenue, margins, and future Navy awards.
  • Supply-chain disruptions can delay delivery across submarine and shipbuilding programs.
  • Gulfstream weakness can offset defense strength because Aerospace remains a major profit engine.

What makes General Dynamics unique

  • General Dynamics spans Gulfstream jets, combat vehicles, and nuclear submarines.[3][4]
  • Its four segments create balanced exposure across defense hardware and business aviation.[3][5]
  • Electric Boat launched USS Nautilus, the first nuclear-powered submarine, in 1954.[1]

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