Test Engineer - Nuclear

Overview

Nuclear Test Engineering (D275) is responsible for the safe conduct of reactor plant testing onboard all submarine classes. This testing includes mechanical, electrical and chemistry related reactor plant systems.

Candidates must complete a comprehensive Qualification Program for Shift Test Engineer (STE) on the S9G reactor plant.
This involves passing:

• Extensive classroom training and written examinations;
• Completing shipboard training;
• Two Day NAVSEA certified Written examination;
• EB administered oral board examination.

Approximate time for training before qualification as STE is 24 months after obtaining security clearance. After qualification the STE directs reactor plant testing for their assigned shift (position does require various shift work, including overtime, weekends and the possibility of holidays). This includes direction of Ships Force, Rad Con, Trades, Inspection, and Test Technician personnel.

The qualified STE ensures testing and operations involving the reactor plant are performed safely and in accordance with NAVSEA , Manual for the Control of Testing and Plant Conditions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Ability to obtain and maintain a secret level DOD security clearance
• 1+ years of Naval / Shipbuilding experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in a related field
• Naval nuclear experience
• Current DOD Secret Clearance

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