Navigation Data Systems Technician and Trainer

About the role

The position supports 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 ECDIS-N/NECDIS aboard ships homeported in the southeast region.

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.
• 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.

Requirements

• Highschool 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.

Qualifications

• Highschool 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.

Skills

• Experience with ECDIS-N/NECDIS and associated equipment systems.
• Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems in shipboard environments.
• Experience with cybersecurity compliance practices (scans, patching).
• Ability to perform shipboard and shipyard work.
• Ability to deliver technical training to military and civilian personnel.

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...