The posting
Test Specialist
Location: West Mifflin, PA (On-site, up to 10% telework) Pay Rate: $65–$75/hr Contract: 2-year contract Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week Clearance: DOE “L” required
About the Role We are recruiting for a Test Specialist to join a team at Bettis Atomic Power Laboratory in West Mifflin, PA. The Naval Nuclear Laboratory develops advanced naval nuclear propulsion technology for the safety and reliability of the Navy’s submarine and aircraft carrier fleet, and this team is looking for an experienced A4W propulsion plant operator to serve as a Test Engineer supporting A4W Fleet Interactive Training Equipment (FITE). FITEs are high-fidelity simulation platforms used to develop and maintain the operational readiness of the deployed fleet. You will support the A4W FITE platform and cross-train to support the A1B FITE platform. Test Engineers certify hardware and software field changes before they are deployed to FITE sites, with test programs focused on plant operations and on confirming that FITE operating values match expected plant response.
Key Responsibilities • Certify hardware and software field changes for the A4W FITE platform prior to deployment to FITE sites. • Run test programs focused on plant operations, confirming FITE operating values against expected plant response. • Cross-train on and support the A1B FITE platform. • Learn and work within the FITE simulation software platform. • Support other groups developing field changes on the FITE preproduction units located at Bettis. • Travel semiannually to other Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program sites.
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university and a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Top Skills & Requirements • Previous A4W qualification as Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW), Propulsion Plant Watch Officer (PPWO), or Engineering Watch Supervisor (EWS). • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or engineering technology from an accredited college or university. • Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience. • Ability to cross-train on the A1B platform. • Ability to learn the simulation software platform. • Ability to travel semiannually to other Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program sites.
Security Clearance
A DOE “L” clearance is required for this position. Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE “L” security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and team-building skills. • Ability to work as part of a team to solve complex problems. • Ability to work independently and complete all aspects of assignments with minimal direction from management. • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including communicating with management and interfacing organizations. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
Contract Details Duration: 2-year contract. Any extension is at the discretion of the hiring manager and is not guaranteed. Estimated Hours: Approximately 2,080 straight-time hours per year (full-time). Work Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week; up to approximately 10% telework.
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