Navigation Data Systems Technician and Trainer

Position Summary

Life Cycle Engineering has an opening for a senior Navigation Data Systems Technician and Trainer supporting Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Code 541, the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) for U.S. Navy Ship Navigation Systems and Navy ECDIS Controls. Based at Naval Station Mayport, FL, this position is the waterfront technical presence for the Electronic Chart Display and Information System-Navy (ECDIS-N)/Navy ECDIS (NECDIS) aboard ships homeported in the southeast region. The technician troubleshoots and repairs navigation systems onboard ship, performs and manages alteration redlines, executes shipboard software loads and installation support, supports system testing through System Operability Verification Testing (SOVT), and serves as the primary deliverer of technical training to ship's force and shore personnel on the operation and maintenance of supported navigation systems. This position works independently at the waterfront with reach-back to the ISEA and travels to other fleet concentration areas and shipyards as tasking requires.

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required
• Active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance required (Security clearance eligibility may be considered on a case-by-case basis.)
• Ability to maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide on-site and onboard technical and troubleshooting support for ECDIS-N/NECDIS and associated navigation equipment aboard ships homeported at Mayport and other fleet locations; respond to fleet and naval activity requests for assistance in resolving system and equipment-level issues
• Deliver technical training on the operation, maintenance, and testing of supported navigation systems to ship's force and shore activity personnel; develop and maintain associated training materials in coordination with the ISEA
• Conduct ship checks and ship surveys in advance of ship alterations and in support of issue resolution
• Perform and manage alteration redlines onboard naval ships; develop, redline, and review installation drawings and installation procedures
• Perform shipboard software loads on Windows and Linux operating systems; provide scheduling and installation support for modifications and alterations in support of sustainment and modernization efforts
• Provide on-site support for execution of test plans and procedures, including pier-side dock trials, at-sea trials, and SOVT events
• Prepare original documentation involving the operation, maintenance, and testing of naval ship navigation and HM&E electronic equipment and systems, including test and trip reports
• Assist in identifying, tracking, and resolving equipment obsolescence and configuration issues; support configuration management artifacts for installed systems
• Mentor and provide technical direction to junior navigation systems technicians supporting the task order
• Complete all Government-mandated security and environmental training required to maintain site and network access

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

• High school Diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum ten (10) years of engineering or computer experience with the operation, test, maintenance, and repair of naval Navigation Systems, ECDIS-N/NECDIS, and associated equipment systems
• Experience in the preparation of original technical documentation involving the operation, maintenance, or testing of naval ship HM&E electronic equipment and systems
• Experience performing and managing alteration redlines on board naval ships
• Ability to deliver formal and informal technical training to military and civilian personnel
• Willingness to travel up to 40% to CONUS/OCONUS fleet locations, shipyards, and NSWCPD Philadelphia as tasking requires

Preferred Education, Skills and/or Experience

• Prior U.S. Navy Electronics Technician (14NV or T21B), or equivalent rating with navigation systems NEC; ten (10) or more years of naval navigation systems experience
• Navy instructor qualification (for example, Master Training Specialist) or documented experience developing and delivering Navy technical training curricula
• Direct experience with NSWCPD Code 541 ISEA processes, the Navy Modernization Program (NMP), Alteration Installation Team (AIT) execution, and SOVT
• Experience administering Windows and Linux operating systems in shipboard environments
• Familiarity with cybersecurity compliance practices (scans, patching) for shipboard systems

Physical Demands and Expectations

• Ability to work in an industrial shipboard/shipyard environment, climb shipboard ladders and wear all required safety equipment
• Able to lift (up to 50lb), carry, and transport heavy equipment and materials as required
• Able to meet U.S. Navy shiprider requirements
• Must be willing to travel up to 40% of the year to CONUS/OCONUS locations
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax, and other office equipment

Benefits

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
• Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
• Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
• Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
• Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
• Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
• Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
• Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more