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Strategic Weapon Systems (SWS) Test Engineer

Full-time

Electric Boat

Responsibilities for this Position


Strategic Weapon Systems (SWS) Test Engineer

US-CT-Groton

Job ID: 2026-18444
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 14
Category: Building Trades
EB Groton Shipyard

Overview

The Strategic Weapons System Test Engineer must proactively prepare for and execute assigned Strategic Weapon System Testing for the COLUMBIA new construction submarine , in a safe and efficient manner.Specific responsibilities include:

Conduct thorough job hazard analyses and briefings to ensure personnel and equipment safety. Ensure proper safety tagout and re-entry control procedures are in place and strictly adhered to. Certify all prerequisites are fully met prior to commencing a test.

Evaluate recorded data for conformance to test procedure requirements/specifications. Conduct effective shift turnovers to maximize downstream work efficiency. Verify retest requirements are properly executed & certified. Document, publish and track test delays and non-conformances. Perform Test Procedure review for accuracy and completeness. Lead test execution, and manage effective test data collection/certification. Qualify as, and execute all duties of a Test Director & Shift Test Director. Test Engineers will report directly to their Test Supervisor or Assistant Chief Test Engineer (ACTE).

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Coordination of Testing Between interfacing test departments (D972, D272, D441, D278, D445)
  • Testing of Piping Systems & Tanks (Hydrostatic, Cleanliness Flushes & Operational Testing)
  • Hydraulic Operations (Missile Tube Muzzle Hatches, Valve Operations & Timing of Control Valves)
  • Electrical Cable Integrity Checks
  • Tracking Trade Installations via Test Inspection Reports
  • Support GFE Component Installation and Inspections
  • Support extended testing durations and shift work (1st, 2nd and 3rd) as required to minimize schedule impacts.
  • Process Ripouts for Re-Entry Control establishing safety tagouts & retest requirements
  • Perform Testing IAW Columbia Integrated Test Requirements Outline (ITRO) and Strategic Weapon System Test Execution Plan (SWSTEP)
  • Qualify as a SWS Test Director and SWS Shift Test Director

Responsibilities

Skills:

  • Proficiency in management of multiple tasks
  • Coordination and direction of cross functional teams
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and logical thinking
  • Ability to plan and work closely with engineering and design

Qualifications

Required:

  • 2+ years of System test experience or Technical background
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance

Preferred:

  • Mechanical system test experience to include fluid or air system flush and hydrostatic testing, or:
  • Electrical/Electronic system test experience, including fiber optic cabling
  • Electromechanical system operation and grooming
  • Previous Shipyard supervision, test or equivalent Navy experience
  • Experience with the Navy Tagout system and/or Non-shipboard Lockout Tagout system

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