Marine Electronics Technician (Electronics Technician, Maintenance I)

Systems Application & Technologies•Port Hueneme, CA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is seeking a Marine Electronics Technician (Electronics Technician, Maintenance I) to support the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons, Pacific Target and Marine Operations Division at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA. This role involves providing Seaborne Targets O&M Support and requires expertise with electronics and electrical components on vessels ranging from 21 to 286 feet in length. The technician will maintain electrical and electronic components, perform troubleshooting and repairs on seaborne target systems, assist in component replacement, and qualify for Remote Control Operator certification. The position also includes maintaining equipment logs, supporting remote operations, organizing tools, and serving as a crew member on vessels. Work conditions vary, including indoor and outdoor environments, potentially on shore or afloat, in wet or dry conditions, and may involve shift work at remote locations with overnight assignments. Safety guidelines, including the use of personal protective equipment, must be followed. Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs. unassisted and 50-180 lbs. assisted. The work schedule is a 9/80 system with potential overtime and routine travel, though the primary work location is NBVC, Port Hueneme.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Technical school training or specialized training in the appropriate field required or a total of four – six (4 - 6) years’ experience in performing the stated functions may replace education.
Basic understanding of Computer/Networking/MS Office.
Works well with others as a member of a team.
Have worked in or around a Marine environment.
Experience working on or with Mercury Marine and Suzuki outboards, MerCruiser inboard gasoline engines; Cummins, Yanmar, Caterpillar, and John Deere diesel engines.
Knowledgeable in testing systems and components to ensure functionality in accordance with procedures defined in technical manuals using specified test equipment.
Proficient in 480v, 208v, 120v, AC shore power, as well as generator systems maintenance.
Proficient working on 12-24 volt DC power.
Correct and safe use of hand tools, power tools, and engine and electronic test equipment as directed.
With limited support have ability to read and interpret maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, engineering data, and other specifications to determine feasibility and method of repairing or replacing malfunctioning or damaged components.
Following OSHA and Navy mandated safety guidelines with specific periods of use for safety glasses, outdoor use of respirator, hearing protection, and steel toe shoes.
Strong diagnostic skills for AC/DC marine electrical.
Ability to diagnose a problem, create a solution to fix the problem, order correct material and parts to complete the project from start to finish.
Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a military environment (E5+) or on a military facility preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Maintain all electrical, electronic components and operational readiness for a fleet of vessels.
Apply technical working knowledge to perform tasks on various types of electronics and electrical work on seaborne target systems and subsystems (AVRs, QST A/B/I, FACT, HSMST, and SDST Targets).
Assist higher-level technicians in activities such as build-up or replacing seaborne target components and/or wiring harnesses/circuits.
Troubleshoot AC/DC systems and subsystems.
Repair complex and simple electronic equipment.
Use tools and common test equipment.
Receive technical guidance, as required.
Qualify for and maintain Portable Command and Control Unit (PCCU) Remote Control Operator (RCO) certification.
Test electrical circuits using a multi-meter at a proficient level.
Fabricate AC/DC circuit boards.
Troubleshoot radar systems.
Maintain offshore communication equipment.
Maintain equipment logs, maintenance action forms and work-time tracking sheets.
Support seaborne target remote (PCCU) operations both at Pt. Mugu and deployed sites.
Keep and maintain inventoried and organized shop and hand tool bags.
Serve as a crew member on various size vessels as a deckhand and/or on the water ET support.