Mechanical Test Technician – Shipyard Test Organization

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Mechanical Test Technician - Shipyard Test Organization

US-RI-North Kingstown

Job ID: 2026-17353
Type: Full-Time
# of Openings: 6
Category: Manufacturing Support/Trades
EB Quonset Point Facility

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, VisionPrescription CoverageHealth and Wellness Programs401KCommuter/Van ServicesPaid Vacation and holidaysPaid training
• Advancement Opportunities

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Overview:

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

Hydrostatic testing of ships hardwareProof of cleanliness flushes of ships hardwareHydraulic valve operationTank level calibrationCompartment and lead bin completion (air) testsUtilize provided test documentation to perform test per procedureRecord 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 an hourly position located at the Quonset Point facility in North Kingstown, RI.

Responsibilities

Demonstrated aptitude for teamworkAbility to communicate and understand technical languageTroubleshooting experiencePositive attitude

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or GED OR 2+ years of related technical experience2+ years experience in a mechanical, piping or structural fieldAble to work in confined spaces and in areas that are not climate controlledBasic math skills including percentages, decimals and divisionStrong reading comprehension skillsAvailable to work all shiftsBasic computer skillsIndividuals will be required to possess their own basic hand toolsAble to obtain and maintain a security clearance through the Department of Defense.

Preferred:

Navy Nuclear Machinist Mate or Auxiliary training highly desiredPrior US Navy and/or shipboard testing experience is highly desiredRelated military training, Vocational, Technical, Community College or appropriate Apprenticeship programsTroubleshooting experienceFamiliarity with proceduresand mechanical/piping drawingsExperience working with cleanliness control qualifications

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