Lead Underwater Vehicle Technician (Engineer Technical Services 3) 28203
About The Position
HII Mission Technologies is seeking an Engineering Technician Maintenance III to support underwater vehicle operations at the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) in Kauai, Hawaii. This senior‑level technician will lead maintenance, troubleshooting, and operational support activities for underwater vehicle systems, electronic components, and related equipment. The Lead Electronics Technician will play a key role in ensuring the readiness, reliability, and safe operation of mission systems supporting Navy undersea warfare activities supporting MK30 operations, maintenance, quality assurance, sustainment, training exercises, fly-away support, and MK 30 operations team oversight. Work Location: Kauai, HI – Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) What This Role Offers – • A hands‑on technical leadership role supporting Navy undersea warfare missions• Daily involvement with underwater vehicle systems, electronics troubleshooting, and maintenance operations• Opportunities to guide, mentor, and supervise technical personnel• A chance to support system readiness, quality assurance, and operational excellence at a premier Navy test range• Work in a unique, mission‑focused environment on the island of Kauai
Requirements
- 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience.
- Minimum 5 years of experience supporting Mk 30 Underwater Vehicle Operating Site operations, including planning, scheduling, and reporting
- Experience with electronics troubleshooting, diagnostics, maintenance, and repair
- Experience supporting MK30 Underwater Target systems, including turnaround, maintenance, production control, or quality assurance
- Broad range of MK30 certifications to include at a minimum target turnaround, maintenance, quality assurance, launch master, and logistics certifciations.
- Strong technical documentation and process tracking skills
- Ability to coordinate multiple maintenance and operational tasks simultaneously
- Active DoD SECRET clearance
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree or completion of an Electronics Trade School
- Current Forklift and Crane certifications (or ability to obtain after hire)
- Familiarity with Navy underwater vehicle operations, PMRF range support, or NUWC Keyport mission environments
- Hands‑on experience with electrical/electronic systems used in maritime or undersea applications
- Prior experience supporting defense technical operations or maritime systems maintenance
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of engineering technicians providing MK 30 support, test, exercise, and training activities.
- Lead daily maintenance, troubleshooting, testing, and repair activities for underwater vehicle electronic systems and sub‑assemblies
- Coordinate and oversee technical workflows, maintenance schedules, documentation, and material management to ensure system readiness
- Guide and mentor technicians, support training, and assist with maintaining required certifications
- Collaborate with engineers, logistics personnel, and government stakeholders to support operational planning and site readiness
- Ensure maintenance activities meet quality, safety, and performance standards
Benefits
- 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
- early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
High school or GED
