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General Engineer (Final Assembly and Testing)

National Nuclear Security Administration

Department of Energy

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$143,913 - $197,200

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March 6, 2026More DOE jobs →

GS-14 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $104,604 - $135,987

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-13. Senior expert or supervisor.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves overseeing the final assembly and testing of Virginia Class submarines to ensure they are built efficiently and meet Navy deadlines, while managing engineering teams and improving construction processes.

It suits experienced engineers with a background in nuclear propulsion and shipbuilding who enjoy solving complex technical problems in a high-stakes government environment.

Ideal candidates are detail-oriented leaders who can handle budgets, contracts, and long-term planning for advanced naval projects.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to NN-03 or GS-13 level in federal service
  • Professional knowledge of nuclear propulsion engineering techniques
  • Expertise in mechanical and electrical engineering for naval applications
  • Experience in testing and shipyard work within construction environments
  • Ability to provide complex problem resolution for nuclear-powered warship equipment
  • Strong skills in engineering liability management, quality control, and construction planning
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field (per OPM professional engineering standards)

Full Job Description

This position is part of the Deputy Administrator for Naval Reactors, Department of Energy.

National Nuclear Security Administration Demonstration Project: This position is covered by the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) Demonstration Project.

The NN-04 pay band is equivalent to the GS-14-15 grade levels.

For more information on the NNSA Demonstration Project and Pay Band/Salary review link @ http://www.energy.gov/nnsa/nnsas-demo-pay-system-compared-general-schedule.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the NN-03 or GS-13 level or equivalent in the Federal service.

Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting ALL of the following: Professional knowledge of techniques of nuclear propulsion, mechanical, and electrical engineering Professional knowledge testing and shipyard work in a construction environment Provide complex problem resolution for equipment associated with the construction/operation of nuclear-powered warships Resume should be limited to no more than two (2) pages.

If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: IOR: Professional and Scientific Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=GS-PROF AND IOR: All Professional Engineering Positions: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job) Duties (be specific in describing your duties, we cannot make assumptions regarding your experience) Employer's name and address Supervisor name and phone number Start and end dates including month, day and year (e.g.

June 18 2007 to April 05 2008) Start and end dates for each grade/pay level if you've held a federal position.

Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week) Salary You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Major Duties:

As a General Engineer (Final Assembly and Testing), you will: Reports to the Deputy Director of the VIRGINIA Class Construction and Naval Reactor Industrial Base Division.

Focus on developing a strategy and providing oversight for Final Assembly and Test for VIRGINIA Class submarines to enable efficient construction to meet delivery span to meet the Navy's requirements.

Improve engineering liability management, first time quality, and construction planning and execution.

Plan and oversee activities across various ships in post-delivery phases, coordinating and reporting on technical, budget, and contractual work, and managing PSA planning and execution.

Provide leadership and oversight for sophisticated and technologically advanced research programs and develops, reviews, and recommends changes in strategic or long range program plans and/or standards and regulatory guidance.

Maintain a thorough understanding of the short-range and long-range goals of the NNPP.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/27/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/28/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: 26-NA30-13-12878557-DH