Watercraft Electronics Technician - 22489

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Date: Feb 27, 2025

Location: Norfolk, VA, Virginia, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 22489 

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $49,777.00 - $60,443.50 

Security Clearance: Secret  

Level of Experience: Mid 

Summary

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! This position is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The selected candidate will perform corrective and preventative maintenance mechanical operation, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and assessment in support of Maritime Special Operations Forces Support (MSOFS) Watercraft.

 

*This role is contingent upon being awarded the contract.

What You Will Do

  • Providing field service representatives to perform minor equipment modification, installation of equipment and maintenance of SOF equipment at the Echelon II level and below.

    • The types of specialized equipment to be supported include but is not limited to: Combatant Craft variants (CCA, CCH, CCM), Special Operations Craft-Riverine (SOC-R), Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs), Maritime Combatant Craft Aerial Delivery System, SEAL Delivery Vehicle and dry deck shelter, ground mobility vehicles and other tactical vehicles. Various dive equipment and weapons that are standard issued to NSW operators are also considered equipment

  • May train and provide instruction on the various equipment and/or platforms.

  • Perform corrective and preventative maintenance mechanical operation, troubleshooting, repair, and material assessment of all boat electrical systems and communications equipment to include but not limited to running lights, battery system, GENTEX communication boxes, UHF and VHF tactical communications equipment, Satellite communications (SATCOM), Alternators, Battery Isolators, Furuno radar displays and radome, relevant Communications systems, LINK 16.

  • May serve as the primary point of contact (POC) for problem resolution and liaison with Government. 

  • Ensures contract deliverables are accurately and timely submitted.

What You Must Have

  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 6 years of related experience.

  • Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.

  • Must have a current, active DoD Secret Clearance and be able to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security clearance. 

  • Must have at least three (3) consecutive years of experience repairing and troubleshooting boat electrical systems and communication equipment to include but not limited to: running lights, battery system, GENTEX communication boxes, UHF and VHF tactical communications equipment, Satellite communications (SATCOM), Alternators, Battery Isolators, Furuno radar displays and radome, relevant Communications systems, LINK 16.

  • Must have extensive knowledge of technical requirements. 

  • Must have the ability to supervise lower level employees. 

  • Must be able to read electrical drawings and schematics for patrol craft electrical systems. 

  • Must have the ability to perform service in accordance with applicable OEM tech manuals. 

  • Must be familiar with Navy Boat Information Book (BIB) and drawings.

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.

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.

 

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

 

Benefits

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

 

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

 

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 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 employees. We believe that an environment that fosters employee engagement among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of 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 Mission Technologies.