Engineering Technician
About The Position
GDIT is hiring an Engineering Technician to support government, defense, and intelligence projects. The role requires experience testing C4I external communication systems for surface ship radio communication systems (RCS), such as NMT and CBSP. Work includes removing and rolling back cables, removing equipment from bulkheads, and performing some foundation removals, as well as repairing, installing, replacing, and testing electrical circuits, cables, equipment, and connectors. The position is onsite in Newport News, Virginia, and travel within and outside the continental United States may be required for 20% of the time.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of related experience.
- Experience testing C4I external communication systems for surface ship radio communication systems, such as NMT and CBSP.
- Associate degree in a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must possess or be able to obtain a Secret clearance.
- Ability to work on and climb ladders and 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.
- Ability to obtain all necessary DBIDS and shipyard badges.
Responsibilities
- Remove and roll back cables, remove items and equipment from bulkheads, and perform foundation removals.
- Repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, cables, equipment, and connectors.
- Use hand tools and testing equipment to inspect and test electrical equipment, lighting, signal, communication, and power circuits.
- Isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment using general and specialized testing equipment.
- Replace faulty switches, sockets, and other electrical system elements.
- Dismantle electrical machinery and replace defective electrical or mechanical parts, including 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 and perform other duties as assigned.
- Obtain necessary DBIDS and shipyard badges.
- Travel within and outside the continental United States as required.
Benefits
- Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts
- Dental plan options
- Vision plan
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- Critical illness insurance
- Business travel and accident insurance
- Wellness packages
- Career growth and learning opportunities
- Internal mobility support
- Full-flex work weeks where possible
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
