Shipboard Controls Technician- Norfolk, VA
About The Position
Noblis MSD is seeking an Engineering Technician based in Norfolk, Virginia, to support U.S. Navy machinery control and shipboard systems for Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. The candidate will provide waterfront support for the installation, checkout, troubleshooting, testing, and verification and validation (V&V) of modernized Machinery Control Systems (MCS). This is a primarily onsite position supporting work aboard ships and at shipyards and naval stations. When the employee is not aboard ship, the waterfront work environment may include shared trailer workspace. This is not a remote position, although limited remote work during ship-installation downtime may be approved on a case-by-case basis.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 or more years of experience as an electrical technician or field technician supporting control systems in an industrial environment.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand electrical schematics and troubleshoot electrical or control systems.
- Active DOD Secret Clearance or ability to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance; U.S. Citizenship is required.
- Valid U.S. Passport or ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.
- Ability to work primarily onsite in Norfolk, Virginia, aboard U.S. Navy ships and at shipyards and naval stations.
- Ability to work extended hours, off-hours, and weekends as required to meet ship installation and test schedules.
- Ability to travel approximately 30-50% of the time.
Nice To Haves
- Experience tracing signals and diagnosing or isolating the cause of electrical failures and anomalies.
- Experience with grounded and ungrounded electrical systems.
- Knowledge of basic electrical principles, including current, voltage, and resistance, and their application in circuit troubleshooting.
- Knowledge of the fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures associated with industrial control systems.
- Experience with Versa Module Eurocard (VME) systems.
- Experience with Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems.
- Basic knowledge of network troubleshooting tools and techniques.
- Experience using HyperTerminal, PuTTY, or an equivalent serial interface.
- Experience using Wireshark for network data capture, analysis, and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and general computer and laptop operations.
- Technical writing ability and attention to detail in documenting testing, troubleshooting steps, and findings.
- U.S. Navy shipboard experience within an engineering department.
- Ability to work independently, complete tasks efficiently, and communicate effectively within an integrated team environment.
Responsibilities
- Troubleshoot machinery control systems using test equipment, system documentation, and electrical schematics.
- Provide shipboard test and V&V support for all variants of fielded systems.
- Support shipboard installation, checkout, and testing of MCS software and hardware.
- Trace signals and diagnose or isolate electrical failures and system anomalies.
- Use electrical and diagnostic test equipment, including digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, and signal generators, to support system testing and troubleshooting.
- Develop, edit, review, and implement test procedures and other technical documentation.
- Review technical documentation for fielded and future system configurations.
- Provide clear, documented status updates and maintain accurate records of testing, troubleshooting actions, and findings.
- Act as a liaison between the Norfolk waterfront test team and technical leads in Philadelphia.
- Provide field observations and technical input to support improvements to future MCS installations.
- Participate in special projects and other program support activities as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
