Experienced Systems Engineer, Fluids General Dynamics Electric Boat United States, Connecticut, Groton Aug 25, 2026 Experienced Systems Engineer, Fluids Requisition
Class commissioned submarines by providing engineering technical support for modernization and maintenance of the reactor plant. RPPY engineers also provide engineering support for Naval Nuclear Power Training Units, which include the Moored Training Ships and the S8G Prototype. This position requires the ability to resolve a wide variety of technical challenges, directly supporting the commissioned fleet and trainers. Technical expertise and knowledge of fluids engineering, submarine arrangements, military and federal specifications, welding, fasteners, material properties, and project management are all beneficial to the position. This position requires resolution of a wide variety of technical challenges in a fast-paced environment. Technical expertise and knowledge of propulsion plant fluid systems, Military and Federal specifications, welding, fasteners, materials, mechanical equipment, and general methods of manufacturing will be developed by frequently using these skills in performing technical evaluations. RPPY Reactor Plant Fluids engineers are expected to evaluate and resolve system and component related questions and problems from Naval Shipyards, perform system analysis, perform cost/benefit analysis, perform engineering studies and calculations, resolve obsolescence issues and updated provisioning documents, develop ship alterations, maintain fluid system diagrams and construction drawings, and updated operating instructions. Candidates will also function as a project engineer overseeing all aspects of engineering tasks including overall technical quality, working in a team environment, maintaining schedules, awareness of budgets, and interfacing with other engineering and design disciplines. Selected candidates will be expected to effectively communicate with NAVSEA, prime contractors, Naval shipyards, and equipment vendors.
Qualifications Required:
Bachelor of Science degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace, or equivalent)
5+ years of engineering experience post graduation
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance Preferred Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program or commercial nuclear experience
Experience with steam plan design, operations, or testing
Experience working on fluid systems, components, or arrangements Skills Strong interpersonal, organizational, project management, oral and written communication
Capable of working in a team environment
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