Ship Systems Test and Activation Engineer, Mid-Level

Responsibilities

• Perform complete end-to-end ship system inspection, grooming, activation, and test of assigned systems.
• Provide activation, operations, testing, troubleshooting, and OEM suggested maintenance, support for hull, mechanical, electrical, mission, C5I and/or weapon system components and equipment.
• Plan or assist in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance; determine test requirements, equipment modification, and test procedures; conduct tests and analyze and evaluate test results; and prepare reports on findings and recommendations.
• Conduct research to provide drawings, technical manual information, design specifications, and engineering technical recommendations for corrective actions.
• Provide technical assistance and support on technical problems in collaboration with engineers, test engineers and field engineers working test for mechanical, electrical, or weapon system components or equipment.

Qualifications

• Excellent skills in ship system operations, servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Ship system grooming, test, and activation experience is highly preferred.
• Must have the ability to read, understand and follow technical documentation such as work item requirements, drawings, technical manuals, test plans, and test procedures.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent physical condition with the ability to lift 50 pounds on your own.
• Willingness to travel to various locations in support of ship test, activation, and sea trials.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Prior service in the U.S. Navy or U.S. Merchant Marines is highly preferred.
• Must be proficient in full suite of Microsoft Office products and tools.
• Valid secret DoD security clearance, or the ability to qualify and maintain one.
• High School diploma or GED plus at least 5 years of relevant work experience.

Benefits

• R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits.
• Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.