<p>Overview</p> <p>Nuclear Test Engineering (D275) is responsible for the safe conduct of reactor plant testing onboard all submarine classes. Candidates must complete a comprehensive Qualification Program for Shift Test Engineer (STE) on the S9G reactor plant.</p> <p>This involves passing:</p> <ul> <li>Extensive classroom training and written examinations; </li><li>Completing shipboard training; </li><li>NAVSEA certified Written examination; </li><li>EB administered oral examination. </li></ul> <p>Approximate time for training before qualification as STE is 20-24 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, RadCon, 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 0989-028-5000, Manual for the Control of Testing and Plant Conditions.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Required Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED equivalent </li><li>Ability to obtain and maintain a secret level DOD security clearance </li><li>1+ years of Naval / Shipbuilding experience </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Associates Degree in a related field </li><li>Naval nuclear experience </li><li>Current DOD Secret Clearance </li></ul> <p>Physical Qualifications</p> <p>Climbing, Color Vision, Crawling, Kneeling, Light Lifting, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping, Twisting</p> <p>Environmental Attributes</p> <p>Cold, Dry, Dusty, Fumes, Hot, Inside, Noise, Oily, Outside, Wet</p>