Engineering Technician
About The Position
GDIT is hiring an Engineering Technician to support government, defense, and intelligence projects. The role involves removing and rolling back cables, removing equipment from bulkheads, and performing some foundation removals. The technician repairs, installs, replaces, and tests electrical circuits, cables, equipment, and connectors, using hand tools and testing equipment. Work is performed from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and must follow established safety procedures. The position is onsite in Newport News, Virginia. Travel within and outside the continental United States may be required; the posting lists travel as 10–25% and also states travel may be required for 20% of the time. The technician must be able to obtain required DBIDS and shipyard badges and must hold or be able to obtain a Secret clearance. U.S. citizenship is required. The likely hourly rate is $22.97–$31.07, though compensation may vary based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of related experience.
- Associate degree in a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work experience.
- U.S. citizenship required.
- Secret clearance required or ability to obtain it.
- Ability to obtain required DBIDS and shipyard badges.
- Ability to work on and climb ladders; work in extreme temperatures, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions, and in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift, carry, and transport equipment and boxes weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Travel may be required within and outside the continental United States.
Responsibilities
- Remove and roll back cables, remove items and equipment from bulkheads, and perform some foundation removals.
- Repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, cables, equipment, and connectors.
- Inspect and test electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits.
- Use general and specialized testing equipment to isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.
- Replace faulty switches, sockets, and other electrical-system elements.
- Dismantle electrical machinery and replace defective electrical or mechanical parts, such as gears, brushes, and armatures.
- Mount motors, transformers, and lighting fixtures and complete circuits according to diagram specifications.
- Work from drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
- Perform work in accordance with established safety procedures.
- Participate in special projects as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Competitive pay and paid time off.
- Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts.
- Dental plan options and vision plan.
- Paid parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave, as well as vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off.
- Short- and long-term disability benefits, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, personal accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and business travel and accident insurance.
- Career growth tools and learning opportunities.
- Internal mobility support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
