Mechanical Test Technician - Shipyard Test Organization (2nd Shift)

Overview

Are you seeking a change in your career? Feel like making an impact in support of our nation?

This is your opportunity to join a team manufacturing one of the most technologically advanced and highest priority assets for our United States Navy - The Ballistic Missile Submarine Class. Your ability to contribute and assist this team will be built off of your past experiences combined with our building block training modules.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

Prescription Coverage

Health and Wellness Programs

401K

Commuter/Van Services

Paid Vacation and holidays

Paid training

Advancement Opportunities

Learn more at gdeb.com/careers

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Overview:

The Quonset Point Test department, 972, is hiring mechanical technicians to perform acceptance testing in support of Virginia and Columbia class submarine construction. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, all aspects of the following:

Hydrostatic testing of ship’s hardware

Proof of cleanliness flushes of ship’s hardware

Hydraulic valve operation

Tank level calibration

Compartment and lead bin completion (air) tests

Utilize provided test documentation to perform test per procedure

Record test results and document UNSAT conditions

This work will be performed both in the shop and onboard submarines under construction. Technicians are trained and required to obtain “mechanical test director” qualification.

This is a SECOND SHIFT hourly position located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or GED OR a minimum of 2 years related technical experience

Minimum of 2 years experience in a mechanical, piping or structural field

Able to work in confined spaces and in areas that are not climate controlled

Basic math skills including percentages, decimals and division

Strong reading comprehension skills

Available to work all shifts

Basic computer skills

Individuals will be required to possess their own basic hand tools

Able to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense.

Preferred:

Navy Nuclear Machinist Mate or Auxiliary training highly desired

Prior US Navy and/or shipboard testing experience is highly desired

Related military training, Vocational, Technical, Community College or appropriate Apprenticeship programs

Troubleshooting experience

Familiarity with procedures and mechanical/piping drawings

Experience working with cleanliness control qualifications

Skills

Demonstrated aptitude for teamwork

Ability to communicate and understand technical language

Troubleshooting experience

Positive attitude

Physical Qualifications
Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, 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