Deck Machinery Electrical Technician - 18405

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Date: Apr 25, 2024

Location: Norfolk, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 18405 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain  

Level of Experience: Mid 

 

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

Job Description

The selected Deck Machinery Electrical Technician will perform corrective and preventative maintenance mechanical operation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and assessment of US Navy Auxiliary equipment. This position is located in Norfolk, VA. 

 

*This role is contingent upon being awarded the contract. 

Essential Job Responsibilities

  • Performs corrective and preventative maintenance with electrical operation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and assessment of US Navy Auxiliary equipment to include, but not limited to:

    • Sliding Pad Eyes, Boat Davits, Cranes, Capstans, Antenna Tilting Groups, and Chocks.

  • Ability to manage, oversee, schedule and assign tasks to one or more multiple jobs. Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment.

  • Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations.

  • Provide strong organizational and technical skills and the ability to perform detail-oriented work. Shall be self-motivated, customer oriented, possess strong analytic and communication (oral and written) skills.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 8 years of related experience, to include specific systems expertise. Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

  • Must have recent experience (within two years) maintaining and operating US Navy Auxiliary equipment.

  • Must have experience troubleshooting and assessment of US Navy Deck Equipment, in the official capacity of a SME for either a US Navy Engineering Activity, OEM, or industrial/commercial activity.

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance. 

  • Must have knowledge of Navy assessment programs, ship visit procedures, and post-visit reporting methods.

  • Must have experience troubleshooting, assessing, and inspecting shipboard systems and equipment. Demonstrate proper techniques for identifying causes of equipment casualties.

  • Must have the ability to interpret wiring diagrams, control schematics, and piping drawings.

  • Demonstrated computer/laptop hardware and software proficiency including Microsoft Office Suite applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook), necessary for compiling information and developing reports as required by the respective C250 Branch Head.

  • Possess the ability to review, update, and close assigned jobs in the prescribed government database.

Preferred Requirements

  • ​​​​Prefer technical/professional certifications.
  • A current/valid DoD security clearance. 

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards,under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

 

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

 

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
Today’s challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It’s why we’re focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our diversity. We believe that diversity among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of all our employees. 

 

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

Do You Need Assistance? 
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Technical Solutions.