Departure From Speciation (DFS) Coordinator - 25116

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Date: Aug 21, 2025

Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States

Company: HII's Mission Technologies division

Requisition Number: 25116 

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $46,046.00 - $54,225.60 

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.

 

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

 

Summary

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! Our Surface Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (SEMAT) is looking for a Departure from Speciation (DFS) Coordinator to provide Departure from Specification (DFS) Support and Engineering Service Request (ESR) program support to our customer related to U.S. Navy ships and vessels. This is a full-time position, located in San Diego, CA. 

What You Will Do

  • Assist the Chief Engineer (CHENG) and the engineering management team with administrative tasks for Engineering Service Request (ESR), technical repair documents and actions required for the engineering department. 
  • Provide support of ESRs and Process Control Procedures (PCP). 
  • Support contractor personnel shall generate responses for DFS requests in support of work not being completed in accordance with specifications during ship availabilities. 
  • Coordinate Government requirements for DFS with D-Level and fleet DFSs requests.  
  • Review all DFSs, upon receipt of the request from the fleet TYCOM using the appropriate references.  
  • Interface with the TYCOM, Ship’s Force, and Maintenance Team representatives when reviewing DFSs.  
  • Process all fleet (TYCOM/Ship) and SWRMC D-Level DFSs that require action from the SWRMC CHENG (the NAVSEA LTA). Processing includes reviewing and routing incoming DFSs to the appropriate technical code for assignment, by Branch Head.  
  • Process evaluated DFSs prior to submitting to CHENG, Deputy CHENG or designated delegates for review.  
  • Provide status updates, reports, and metrics to the engineering department management of all DFSs.  
  • Capable of conducting training covering Departure-from-specification (JFFM) requirements. 

What You Must Have

  • High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related experience.
  • Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain CAC ID base access.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

  • Must be able attend and pass the mandatory Technical Authority Training within 90 days of onboarding and every 2 years thereafter.

Preferred: Bonus Points For

  • Four years U.S. Navy shipboard experience. 
  • A current, active DoD secret security clearance or higher. 
  • Prefer technical/professional certifications. 

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.

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.
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.