Engineering Technician

Bowhead•Crane, IN

20d

About The Position

Bowhead seeks an experienced Engineering Technician to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division. The technician performs work that is not completely standardized or prescribed, adapting standard procedures or equipment using applicable precedents. After receiving initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from a supervisor or engineer as needed, the technician performs recurring work independently. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy and conformity with instructions. The position supports radar system maintenance, repair, overhaul, fabrication, testing, and depot maintenance for electronic systems, including AN/SPS-67 and AN/SPS-73 radar consoles and associated equipment. The technician works with other technicians and communicates with the Task Lead, Branch Manager, ISEA, and US Navy fleet. This is an SCA position with a targeted hourly rate of $30.09. The position requires the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, for which US citizenship is required at this location.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in an electronics technician and/or maintenance role.
Minimum of five years of experience in radar system maintenance and repair.
High school diploma or equivalent at a minimum; additional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Required training in personal protective equipment (PPE), high voltage, electrostatic discharge (ESD), and associated practices for designated work areas.
Must possess or be able to obtain Fall Protection Training, Overhead Crane Certification, and Forklift Certification.
Must possess or be able to obtain solder certification to IPC requirements, such as IPC J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721, or Miniature/Micro-miniature (2M) certification standards.
Basic to intermediate skills in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Must be able to obtain a Secret-level security clearance; US citizenship is required for Secret clearance at this location.
Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
Able to stand and walk for prolonged periods.
Able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Nice To Haves

SPS-73 experience preferred.
An associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering Technology is highly desired.
Navy electronics experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, and overhaul radar systems.
Fabricate cable harnesses, populate RVCA, manage parts inventory, and perform complete system testing using approved procedures.
Work with other technicians to test and repair AN/SPS-67/SPS-73 radar system consoles and associated equipment.
Communicate effectively with the Task Lead, Branch Manager, ISEA, and US Navy fleet.
Provide troubleshooting assistance to the ISEA and US Navy.
Maintain parts inventory in accordance with OM&S regulations.
Assemble electrical and electronic systems and prototypes.
Build, calibrate, and repair electrical instruments or testing equipment.
Inspect drawings and designs for quality control, report findings, and make recommendations to the lead engineer.
Perform depot maintenance on electronic systems to specified requirements.
Help build prototypes from rough sketches or plans under engineers’ direction.
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics.
Adjust and replace defective circuitry and electronic components.
Perform other duties as assigned.