Senior Engineering Electronics Specialist

QED Systems•Virginia Beach, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Engineering Electronics Specialist will support the U.S. Navy Small Boat Waterfront Operations facility at Naval Base Norfolk. The role involves maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, testing, and prototyping for U.S. Federal Government boats and craft, including those operated by the U.S. Navy, Special Operations Command, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, and other government agencies. The specialist will lead electronic teams conducting boat checks and inspections and installing and testing electrical and electronic systems and equipment. Systems and equipment include generators, batteries, cabling, distribution panels, sensors, radars, radios, and integrated helms. This is a full-time, non-exempt, contingent hire position that will be hired following a contract award. The job is located at Norfolk Naval Base, Building V-47.

Requirements

At least seven years of small watercraft electronic systems experience, including testing, maintenance, repairs, operations, and troubleshooting.
Experience leading an electronics or electrical technician team.
Experience with small watercraft at high speeds and in rough water conditions.
Ability to use technical drawings and wiring diagrams to assist with repairs and identify parts for purchase.
Associate’s degree or equivalent trade certification from an accredited educational institution in an Electrical Marine Technology-related field; or a high school diploma or GED and one of the specified marine electrical or electronics certifications.
Must be physically able to perform work onboard a vessel in a waterborne environment.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Must be able to meet and maintain eligibility for a U.S. Secret Clearance and/or be able to access military facilities.

Nice To Haves

Merchant Mariners Credential with Able seaman endorsement.

Responsibilities

Lead electronic teams in support of boat checks and inspections.
Install and test electrical and electronic systems and equipment on boats and craft.
Maintain, repair, troubleshoot, test, and prototype government boats and craft.
Use technical drawings and wiring diagrams to assist with craft repairs and identify parts for purchase.