Responsibilities for this Position
Test Engineer - Technical Lead
US-CT-Groton
Job ID: 2026-17297
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Engineering
EB Groton Shipyard
Overview
Theres never been a better time to join the shipbuilding industry. As demand for cutting-edge naval technology grows, General Dynamics Electric Boat is at the forefrontdesigning, building, and maintaining the most advanced submarines in the world. Our work is mission-critical, supporting the U.S. Navy and strengthening national security.
About Department 403 - Technical Services
The Life Cycle Support directorate is responsible for the development and maintenance of all submarine logistics products, 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.
Role Overview
D403 (Technical Services) is seeking an experienced Test Engineer - Technical Lead. This group is cognizant of the development, maintenance, and distribution of logistics technical data (LTD) for all submarine classes. LTD includes ship systems manuals, component technical manuals, steam and electric plant manuals, special emphasis program boundary books, and maintenance and alteration documents.
Key Responsibilities
Provide technical guidance, oversight, and coordination of the development of new and modified LTD
Ensure the quality of interactive electronic technical manuals and guarantee that products are prepared in accordance with published procedures and processes
Interface regularly with various EB Engineering disciplines, shipyard organizations, and the Navy customer to resolve or better understand technical and programmatic issues
Facilitate the resolution of internal and external comments against LTD products
Attend kickoff meetings, evaluate designs, and provide department man-hour estimates for manual updates or other products as appropriate; updates routinely include new designs or backfit modernizations
Work with supervision to determine priorities, develop schedules, and manage workload
Recommend and implement process improvement initiatives, as appropriate
Responsibilities
Microsoft Office skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to plan, organize, and schedule work
Ability to direct others to accomplish tasks
Why Join Us
We offer a workplace where integrity, innovation, and excellence drive everything we do
Competitive Pay & Benefits
Comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, and tuition assistance
Career Growth
Training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance within the company
Stability & Expansion
Were growing, 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
Qualifications
Required
High School Diploma or GED
10+ years of experience with technical documentation and/or U.S. naval experience
Experience operating, maintaining, or documenting submarine ship systems and the use of operating procedures
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD secret clearance
Preferred
Successful completion of Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program
A qualified Naval Nuclear Engineer, a prior served Engineering Department Master Chief, or a prior served Chief of the Boat
A technical background in submarine systems/components
Direct involvement 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.)
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