Marine Electronics Technician (Electronics Technician, Maintenance I)

Systems Application & Technologies Inc•Port Hueneme, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is seeking a Marine Electronics Technician (Electronics Technician, Maintenance I) to provide Seaborne Targets O&M Support to the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons, Pacific Target and Marine Operations Division at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA. This role requires expertise with electronics and electrical components on vessels ranging from 21 feet to 286 feet in length. The primary duties involve maintaining electrical and electronic components, performing repairs on seaborne target systems, troubleshooting AC/DC systems, and qualifying for specific certifications. Additional duties include maintaining logs, serving as a crew member on vessels, and organizing tools. The work environment varies, including indoor and outdoor settings, potentially on shore or afloat, in wet or dry conditions, and may involve shift work at remote locations with overnight assignments. Safety guidelines must be followed, and the position requires the ability to lift significant weight. A 9/80 work schedule is in place, with potential for overtime and routine travel.

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 and you 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, troubleshooting AC/DC systems and subsystems, repairing complex and simple electronic equipment, using tools and common test equipment, and receiving 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 of AC/DC circuit boards, troubleshoot radar systems, and maintain offshore communication equipment.
Maintain equipment logs, maintenance action forms and work-time tracking sheets.
Learn (and be qualified) to 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.