Engineering Technician Subject Matter Expert (On Call)

About the role

This is an on-call position based in the Philadelphia, PA area. The NSWCPD Machinery Control Systems (MCS) team is seeking an experienced, on-call technician to provide subject matter expertise (SME) in support of the DDG HM&E Mid-Life Upgrades Program and lifecycle support of fielded Machinery Control Systems (MCS) on the USS ARLEIGH BURKE class of destroyer.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on Machinery Control Systems, providing technical guidance and mentorship to team technicians and engineers.
• Guidance on developing, reviewing, and improving training materials including curricula, system-specific instructional content, and hands-on lab exercises.
• Expert-level troubleshooting support for complex control system problems across all variants of fielded systems (microprocessor-based control systems) both at Land Based Engineering Sites (LBES) and shipboard.
• Advise on test procedures, test execution strategies, and troubleshooting approaches using system documentation and electrical schematics.
• Advising on training approach and content accuracy to ensure materials reflect current system configurations and operational lessons learned.
• Identifying gaps in existing training materials and recommending updates based on evolving system baselines and common field issues.
• Support resolution of escalated technical issues that exceed the capability of on-site personnel.
• Provide guidance on shipboard software and hardware installation of all variants of fielded systems at LBES and shipboard.
• Review and provide expert input on test procedure development, edits, and implementation.
• Review technical documentation related to all variants of fielded systems and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Act as a technical liaison between shipboard test teams and technical leads/Support knowledge transfer and continuity by maintaining and sharing institutional knowledge of system history, lessons learned, and best practices.
• Provide documented status updates and technical findings when engaged on tasking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree & Seven (7)+ years of demonstrated professional experience as an electrical technician, engineering technician, or field technician as it pertains to control systems in an industrial or military environment.
• In lieu of a Bachelor's degree will also consider an Associates degree & 9 years OR High School diploma and 11+ years of military/professional experience.
• Advanced electrical troubleshooting skills to include proficient use of a digital multimeter, oscilloscope, and signal generator.
• Strong understanding of electrical principles including current, voltage, and resistance, and the ability to effectively troubleshoot complex circuits containing them.
• Must be a US Citizen with an Active Secret Security Clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to read, interpret, and explain electrical schematics and diagrams to others.
• Proficiency with a personal computer (PC) including advanced operations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• The ability to learn new PC applications as needed.
• Strong problem-solving ability with a practical, methodical approach.
• Adequate vision is necessary to read technical manuals, identify color-coded systems, and detect safety hazards, while hearing capability must be sufficient to perceive warning signals, alarms, and verbal communications in noisy environments, with or without hearing protection.