Engineering Technician IV with Security Clearance

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Technician IV / Quality Assurance Specialist to support the Test & Evaluation Department at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport (NUWCDIVKPT). This position supports undersea warfare test, evaluation, environmental testing, range operations, failure analysis, and production quality assurance efforts critical to Fleet readiness. This role supports Dr. Shawn Wallen and the Undersea Test Ranges, Systems Acquisition & Assessment, and Test Resources Divisions in executing mission-critical undersea systems testing and operational validation. This position is ideal for a technician with strong environmental testing, electro-mechanical troubleshooting, cable fabrication, QA documentation, and database tracking experience in a DoD or Navy environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and track test items in CATTS database (approx. 25/month)
• Prepare and compile test packages per lab procedures
• Maintain inventory and photographic documentation of hardware
• Input and close out TMIS reports (HTTDS/APCS)
• Maintain FRACAS, FAR, and ISO9000 production documentation
• Generate weekly production and metric reports
• Operate and maintain acoustic, electronic, mechanical, and electro-hydraulic range systems
• Maintain maintenance logs and perform trend analysis
• Support fleet validation, dockside and underway events (approx. 3/month)
• Provide technical support for communication/radio systems
• Support parts research using Government databases
• Assist in development and fabrication of range systems
• Provide depot-level repair support for MK30 mobile target components
• Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical assemblies
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance
• Assist with UUV systems including Razorback and Snakehead platforms
• Support Underwater Tracking Range Equipment (UTRE / "pingers")
• Conduct quality walkthroughs and system audits (Book-to-Floor / OIS)
• Track and manage explosive safety and crane certifications
• Coordinate and track workforce technical qualifications
• Maintain training records and competency tracking
• Aid in QA metrics and compliance reporting

Required Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance
• U.S. Citizenship
• Associate degree (or equivalent technical training)
• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience
• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or defense industrial programs
• Experience with environmental testing (vibration, shock, temperature, humidity)
• Electro-mechanical troubleshooting experience
• Cable fabrication and repair experience
• Experience with production control, test tracking, or maintenance logs
• Strong documentation and database entry experience

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with CATTS, TMIS, FRACAS, or similar systems
• Experience supporting torpedo, USW, UUV, or undersea systems
• ISO9000 or Quality Management System experience
• EKMS training (Government provided if needed)
• Familiarity with Navy Correspondence Manual
• Experience working in classified material handling environments

Job Type

Full-time, Contract

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience

• Testing, soldering, cable/circuit card troubleshooting: 3 years (Required)
• Radar operation and repair: 3 years (Required)
• Security clearance: Secret (Required)
• Ability to commute: Keyport, WA 98345 (Required)

Work Location

In person