Marine Electronics Technician (MTP3)- 30574

HII•Chesapeake, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced புகை technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. HII’s Platform Modernization (PM) organization provides industry‑leading shipboard alteration and installation services that play a vital role in advancing fleet modernization and readiness. We are seeking a highly capable mid‑level Marine Electronics Technician to join our team and support the installation, removal, testing, and upgrading of a wide range of shipboard electrical, electronic and communication systems across Naval platforms. In this position, you will work closely with other experienced trades personnel, applying your technical expertise to execute complex modernization tasks while continuing to develop advanced skills across multiple systems. Your work will directly support mission‑critical fleet modernization initiatives both ashore and aboard Naval vessels. This position requires travel to shipyards and military bases in the Hampton Roads region, throughout the United States, and internationally when needed. Travel may reach up to 75% when not assigned to local work. Per diem is provided based on location, and all travel and lodging expenses are fully covered by the company. There is a possibility for weekend and/or overtime work, depending on contract schedules and the requirements associated with your assigned tasks.

Requirements

High School diploma, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related shipboard electrical shipboard experience.
Must have a DoD secret security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
Must be able to obtain various shipyard and base access credentials within 30 days of start date and maintain them throughout employment.
Must adhere to safety and quality procedures set forth by HII and local shipyards.
Must be able to travel between 50% - 75% when not assigned to local tasking.
Must provide hand tools and trade specific PPE per trades designation.
Must have experience installing, removing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing high and low voltage electrical distribution systems and associated equipment and cabling.
Must have working knowledge of reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, wire connection sheets, run sheets (cut sheets), technical manuals, engineering sketches, charts and/or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction for cables and equipment to be removed, installed, connected and tested.
Must be familiar with planning and laying out cable runs according to specs, drawings, and proper installation practices, preparing the areas for welding and assisting in the attachment process.
Must have experience installing, opening, modifying, and logging MCTs, MCPs and stuffing tubes and completing tests for final inspections.
Must be proficient in proper methods of electrically disconnecting and reconnecting new and existing equipment and completing supporting OQE.
Must have experience fabricating multipin copper connectors, installing fiber optic cable and fabricating single and multi-mode fiber optic connectors.
Must be experienced with the proper, safe usage of multimeters, meggers, and testing procedures.
Must adhere to safety and quality procedures set forth by HII and local shipyards.
Must be able to accurately communicate with Team Leads and co-workers regarding the technical aspects of the work being performed.
Must be a U.S. citizen.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with current NAVSEA Fiber Optic certification are preferred.
Candidates with multipin connector fabrication certification in accordance with NAVSEA STD 009-73 are preferred.
Candidates with NAVSEA Cableway Improvement Program certifications are preferred.
Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred.
OSHA 10 Maritime Certification a plus.

Responsibilities

Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement, and performance consistent with company values.
Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures by performing alterations and installations for fleet modernization on US Navy surface ships.
Apply knowledge of production processes towards completion of complicated and non-routine tasks related to installations on shipboard systems and related equipment at company, and/or field locations in accordance with established quality and safety procedures.
Work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.
Troubleshoot and diagnose systems and equipment to efficiently eliminate problems.
Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.
Maintain effective supervisor and manager communications and relations.
Remove, plan, execute, install, and modify electrical cables, cableways, conductors, connectors, strain relief, fasteners, and equipment aboard naval vessels.
Complete electrical and data conductor disconnections, repairs, installations and reconnections on existing and new equipment for a complete installation.
Perform a variety of complicated and non-routine tasks including duties outside of specialty to complete installation or work assignment.
Complete Quality documents necessary for reporting and verification of the work performed.