C260 Mechanical Engineer
The Code 260 (C260) Fluid/Mechanical Engineering and Planning Division at Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) provides technical direction on fluid and mechanical systems for all non-nuclear work in connection with overhaul, repair, conversion, construction, inactivation, recycling of ships and submarines and other projects as assigned; technical guidance and assistance in the development and implementation of shipyard training programs as required to support accomplishment of cognizant non-nuclear work on fluid and mechanical systems; ensuring proper liaison with the Production Resources Department (Code 900) and Operations Department (Code 300); and additional duties assigned by NNSY’s Chief Engineer. The purpose of this 26-week plan is to provide active-duty sailors participating in the SkillBridge program the necessary on the job training and the opportunity to have the opportunity to compete for a full-time job within the division. This opportunity for a full-time job will be based on their combined military and previous work experience relating to non-propulsion and propulsion plant piping and equipment as well as exceptional performance reviews during the time of internship.
Job Title: Mechanical Engineer, GS-08 through GS-11Job Description: The primary function of this position is to provide C260 Division waterfront and planning yard products for overhaul, repair, conversion, construction, inactivation, and recycling of ships. These products include but are not limited to the development and review of Task Group Instructions (TGIs), technical manuals, process instructions, correspondences (letters and memos), test specifications, system drawings, etc. Other primary functions may include ordering performing ship checks, selecting and ordering material, performing calculations, and data analysis. A bachelor’s degree is required to be selected as an engineer.Job Title: Mechanical Engineering Technician, GS-08 through GS-11Job Description: The primary function of this position is to provide C260 Division waterfront and planning yard products for overhaul, repair, conversion, construction, inactivation, and recycling of ships. These products include but are not limited to the development and review of Task Group Instructions (TGIs), technical manuals, process instructions, correspondences (letters and memos), test specifications, system drawings, etc. Other primary functions may include ordering performing ship checks, selecting and ordering material, and data analysis.
Mechanical and fluid system background in engineering fields
You must be a US Citizen, be able to gain a Security Clearance, pass a background check, and potentially pass a drug screening. This position is on location at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA.
Inquiries about this C260 Fluid/Mechanical SkillBridge training plan can be directed to NNSY_SkillBridge@us.navy.mil
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ "You list IN — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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