Submarine Sonar Technician
Position Summary
Life Cycle Engineering is seeking a Submarine Sonar Technician to join our team in San Diego, CA. This role supports U.S. Navy Submarines under the direction of the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) and serves as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME).
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Direct, oversee repair activities, train, troubleshoot, diagnose, and maintain the following:
- Reelable Towed Array Handling System (RTAHS) aka Fat Line Towed Array (FLTA)
- Deployable Array Working Group (DAWG) aka Thin Lined Towed Array (TLTA)
- Provide technical support for procurement, installation, at-sea testing, preventive/corrective maintenance, and lifecycle management of systems.
- Interpret technical manuals
- Apply repair standards
- Maintain accurate technical documentation
Required Education, Skills, and Experience
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Navy Submarine "A" School
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience with associated systems
- Fiber Optics Technician Certificate
- Proficient in troubleshooting and maintaining communication systems
- Strong technical comprehension with the ability to read and interpret manuals and standards
- Effective communication skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related technical applications
Preferred Education, Skills and/or Experience
- SSN-688 Los Angeles-class submarine background highly desired
- Navy "C" School: OK-276/BQ Fat Line Handler - Intermediate Maintenance Course
- OK-542A/BQ Thin Line Handler - Intermediate Maintenance Course
- OA-9070B/BQQ Thin Line Handler System DAWG - Maintenance Course
- OA-9070E/BQQ Thin Line Handler System DAWG-E - Maintenance Course
- OA-9070A/B Operators Course
- OK-276 Series Operators Course
Physical Demands and Expectations
- Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and handling tools/equipment
- Regular verbal and auditory communication
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to board ships and naval crafts, navigating passageways and steep ladders
- Comfortable working in shipboard and industrial environments
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
About Life Cycle Engineering
LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way”, which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work” in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work!
Our Mission:
Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential. As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.
Our Culture:
Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.