Senior Engineering Technician

General Dynamics Mission Systems · Port Hueneme, CA · 1 mo ago

On-siteManagement$37.02/hrFull-time

Basic Qualifications

An associate’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent experience is required. A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience is also required. A Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at the time of hire.

Responsibilities

Maintain and operate LCS General Mission Modules
Engage in Mission Module Movements/Embarks and Debarks, Pre-embark Staging, and Fly-Away/Distance Support
Perform tasks such as MPAS installation and test, Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, and Preventative Maintenance
Assist in the development, implementation, installation, testing, modification, and operation of complex equipment and systems
Participate and lead on the engineering work team and support other team members in experimental design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance, and related issues
Construct, modify, debug, test, and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts, and instructions
Perform physically demanding work in various environments, including working aloft, in tight, restricted spaces on-board Naval Platforms, climbing scaffolding, ladders, and standing for long periods of time on-board a Navy ship or pier
Lift up to 50 lbs
Use basic hand tools and have knowledge and understanding of test equipment such as voltage meters, power quality analyzers, and fiber test equipment
Travel domestically and internationally up to 40% of the time

Qualifications

Experience with 11m Rigid-hull Inflatable Boats (RHIB)
Qualification as a RHIB Coxswain/operator / maintainer
Formally trained as Cummins diesel QSB 6.7L and 5.9L overhaul technician
Formally trained, operated, and maintained Navy's Surface Warfare (SUW), Mine Countermeasure (MCM) and systems and inter-workings of the LCS Class MM program
Experience operating and maintaining Navy weapons systems such as Mk 44/46 30mm Guns, MK 110 57mm Guns, Mk 45 5”; Close-in Weapons System (CIWS); Mk 34 Gun Weapon System (GWS) on US Navy/Coast Guard Vessels, and USMC/Army vehicles
Familiarity with U.S. Naval protocol such as WAFs and Tag-Out procedures
Identify opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation

Benefits

Competitive benefits package including 401(k) matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, health-care benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
Target salary range: USD $37.02/Hr. - USD $40.60/Hr.

About the Role

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge technology supporting critical defense/intelligence services and systems. The role involves maintenance, mission module movements/embarks and debarks, pre-embark staging, maintenance planning, fly-away/distance support, and logistic engineering support. The candidate will also install and test Mission Package Application Software (MPAS), assist in the development and implementation of complex equipment and systems, and perform a variety of equipment/process operations involving specific areas of expertise.