ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 4

Huntington Ingalls•Newport News, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis. CVN TV Lead Technician 4 - The CVN TV Systems Lead is a demanding position requiring in-depth technical knowledge, a solid grasp of the requirements of Networks, Video and Audio (digital and analog), RF Distribution and Fiber Optic Systems and extensive Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) electronics experience. The Lead must be able to effectively communicate with external customers including SUPSHIP, SPAWARS Atlantic, CAFSU, and Ship’s Force as well as coordinate with many different internal organizations to safely and successfully accomplish TV system testing on all CVN projects. The CVN TV Systems Lead is responsible for leading a team of technicians to develop test procedures, groom/troubleshoot and test TV systems including TV Studio and Control Room, TV Distribution (RF and Network based), Shipboard Video Distribution System (SVDS), Shaft Alley and Propulsion Plant Monitoring, I-Stalker, Surveillance and Security, and ILARTS. The Lead will be responsible for the successful completion of testing in support of Propulsion Key Events, Crew Move Aboard and Flight Deck Certification. Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas. Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems. Works from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format. Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.

Requirements

Associate's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience
NNS Apprentice School graduate
Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
High School/GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience
High School/GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience
US Citizenship Required
Final Clearance Required to Start

Nice To Haves

Position will have daily shipboard access.
Should not have a fear of heights and be able to climb interior/exterior vertical ladders which span multiple decks.
Should be able to work multiple shifts and weekends.
Should be able to go to sea during Test Trials.
The ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical personnel is essential.

Responsibilities

Provide technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks.
Gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data.
Produce engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics).
Perform detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas.
Perform preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided.
Use personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports.
Conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.
Lead a team of technicians to develop test procedures, groom/troubleshoot and test TV systems.
Perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas.
Construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, and maintain equipment, components, devices, or systems.
Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
Operate related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format.
Perform calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.