Senior Engineering Technician

General Dynamics Mission Systems•CA-Port Hueneme, CA

6d•$33 - $3,582•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation’s core defense/intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions. The LCS General Mission Module Maintenance Technician will engage in Maintenance, Mission Module Movements/Embarks and Debarks, Pre-embark Staging, Maintenance Planning, Fly-Away/Distance Support and Logistic Engineering Support. The candidate will perform a variety of duties including Mission Package Application Software (MPAS) installation and test, Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, and Preventative Maintenance involving GDMS Mission Module support of Littoral Combat Ship (LCS). Travel required 40% of time.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 11m Rigid-hull Inflatable Boats (RHIB), qualification as a RHIB Coxswain/operator / maintainer. Experience with other rigid-hull boats will be considered.
Formally trained as Cummins diesel QSB 6.7L and 5.9L overhaul technician.
Formally trained, operated, and maintained Navy's Surface Warfare (SUW), Mine Countermeasure (MCM) and systems and inter-workings of the LCS Class MM program
Experience operating and maintaining Navy weapons systems such as Mk 44/46 30mm Guns, MK 110 57mm Guns, Mk 45 5”/54; Close-in Weapons System (CIWS); Mk 34 Gun Weapon System (GWS) on US Navy/Coast Guard Vessels, and USMC/Army vehicles.
Familiar with U.S. Naval protocol such as WAFs and Tag-Out procedures

Responsibilities

Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, Preventative Maintenance and Maintenance planning
Lead Mission Module Pre-embark Staging, Movements/Embarks and Debarks
Fly-Away/Distance Support and Logistic Engineering Support.
Installation and testing of Mission Package Application Software (MPAS)
Assists in the development, implementation, installs, tests, modifies and/or operates complex equipment and systems.
Participates and leads on the engineering work team and supports other team members in experimental design, materials, equipment setup/maintenance and related issues
Performs a variety of equipment/process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.)
Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts and instructions.
Must be able to perform physically demanding work in various environments, to include working aloft, in tight, restricted spaces on-board Naval Platforms, climbing scaffolding, ladders and standing for long periods of time on-board a Navy ship or pier and be able to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to use basic hand tools and have knowledge and understanding of test equipment such as voltage meter, power quality analyzer, and fiber test equipment.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% of your time.

Benefits

An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation's security.
Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work
Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, health-care benefits, health and wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more.
See more at Benefits - General Dynamics Mission Systems (gdmissionsystems.com)
You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

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