Senior Marine Electronics Technician (TSME)

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS) within HII’s Mission Technologies division. The Global Security group delivers live, virtual, and constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental services; and international business support. As a trusted partner to military customers, HII designs, develops, and operates the largest LVC enterprise to prepare warfighters for cross-domain battle. With over 40 years of experience, HII maintains and modernizes the majority of the U.S. Navy’s fleet, ensuring mission readiness through a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems. Additionally, HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through site management, operations, and environmental cleanup.

About the Role

HII Platform Modernization (PM) trades teams provide expert solutions for shipboard alterations and installations as part of fleet modernization. The Senior Marine Electronics Technician will support PM, collaborating with skilled trades teams on naval vessels to remove, install, and upgrade industrial systems and equipment. Weekend and/or overtime hours may be required based on contract demands. The role involves commuting to and accessing shipyards and military bases in the Hampton Roads area, with potential travel to domestic and international locations. Per diem, travel, and lodging expenses are covered by the company.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures through alterations and installations for fleet modernization on U.S. Navy surface ships.
• Apply advanced knowledge of production processes to complete complex and non-routine tasks related to shipboard system installations at company or field locations, adhering to quality and safety procedures.
• Work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, technical documents (including controlled work packages), formal work processes, test documents, reports, and task/trip reports.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose systems and equipment to resolve issues efficiently.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications and maintain effective communication with supervisors and managers.
• Remove, plan, execute, install, and modify electrical cables, cableways, conductors, connectors, strain relief, fasteners, and equipment aboard naval vessels.
• Perform electrical and data conductor disconnections, repairs, installations, and reconnections on existing and new equipment.
• Execute a variety of complex and non-routine tasks, including duties outside of specialty, to complete installations or assignments.
• Develop and utilize technical documents, including controlled work packages, formal work processes, test documents, reports, and task/trip reports.
• Demonstrate mastery in reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, technical manuals, and work orders for cable and equipment installation.
• Plan and lay out cable runs according to specifications, drawings, and installation practices, including preparing areas for welding and assisting in the attachment process.
• Install, open, modify, and log MCTs, MCPs, and stuffing tubes, and complete tests for final inspections.
• Apply proper methods for disconnecting and reconnecting new and existing equipment, completing supporting OQE (Objective Quality Evidence).
• Install, troubleshoot, test, maintain, and repair marine electrical and electronic systems, associated equipment, and tools on marine vessels.
• Use multimeters, meggers, and testing procedures safely and effectively.
• Adhere to and promote safety and quality procedures set by HII and local shipyards.
• Communicate technical aspects of work accurately with team leads and coworkers.
• Function in a crew leadership role when required.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• High school diploma, trade school certification, or equivalent, with 8 years of related shipboard electrical experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain shipyard and base access credentials within 60 days of employment.
• Adherence to safety and quality procedures set by HII and local shipyards.
• 50%–75% travel required when not assigned to local tasks.
• Provision of personal hand tools and trade-specific PPE.
• Experience installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing high and low voltage electrical distribution systems and associated equipment and cabling.
• Expertise in reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, technical manuals, and work orders for cable and equipment installation.
• Experience planning and laying out cable runs, preparing areas for welding, and assisting in the attachment process.
• Experience installing, modifying, and logging MCTs, MCPs, and stuffing tubes, and completing tests for final inspections.
• Proficiency in disconnecting and reconnecting new and existing equipment and completing supporting OQE.
• Mastery of marine electrical and electronic systems, equipment, and tools, including installation, troubleshooting, testing, maintenance, and repairs.
• Experience with multimeters, meggers, and testing procedures.
• Ability to communicate technical aspects of work accurately with team leads and coworkers.
• Experience functioning in a crew leadership role.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current Fiber Optic certification and installation experience.
• Multipin connector fabrication experience and certification in accordance with NAVSEA STD 009-73.
• NAVSEA Cableway Improvement Program certifications.
• Experience installing DDG Modernization Backfits: S/A 71615K DVSS, S/A 71726K IBNS, S/A 717427K Digital Indicators, S/A 84226K OOD Flat Panels, and S/A 94979K HM&E Condition System 2.0.
• Graduation from or completion of electrical military A or C school, vocational school, apprenticeship program, or skilled trades certificate program.
• Current or active DoD clearance.
• OSHA 10 Maritime Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, and transport heavy equipment and boxes (minimum 30 lbs).
• Capability to work on and climb ladders, in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces.
• Ability to perform duties in high heat, humidity, noise, and dirty conditions, including working aloft or over the sides of vessels.
• May require wearing a respirator.
• May involve riding ships at sea for extended periods.
• Travel may be required within and outside the continental United States.

Pay

Anticipated salary range: $61,534.00 – $72,758.40.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Wellness resources and employee assistance programs.
• Savings Plan Options (401(k)) with financial planning tools.
• Life insurance and employee discounts.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement and early childhood/post-secondary education scholarships.
• Occasional bonus or non-recurrent compensation for qualified positions.

About HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of over 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers expertise and advanced technologies across multiple domains to support global mission partners. Mission Technologies accelerates national security solutions, offering capabilities in C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations, synthetic training environments, fleet sustainment, environmental remediation, and unmanned underwater vehicles. Learn more about Mission Technologies.

Leadership Mindset at HII

Leadership at HII is defined by a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we empower every employee to grow, lead, and contribute, regardless of role. The framework emphasizes:

• Know & Grow Your People: Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships: Communicate openly, collaborate, and build trust.
• Take Ownership: Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First: Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future: Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency: Take initiative and follow through with purpose.