Shipboard Installer I

Leidos • Norfolk, VA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Leidos Defense Group is hiring a Shipboard Installer I in Norfolk, Virginia, to support the ILC mission involving maintenance, modernization, and installation of ASW sonar systems. The position performs assigned shipboard cable, cableway, connector, inspection, and material-support work under the supervision of qualified installation personnel. Work must meet approved workmanship, quality, and safety standards.

Shipboard assignments may take place at naval or commercial shipyards and may involve ladder climbing, work in restricted spaces, and handling materials weighing up to 50 pounds. The employee must follow approved drawings, NAVSEA Standard Items, applicable shipyard and program safety rules, and security-clearance requirements.

Requirements

• Ability to perform assigned work under supervision, follow technical instructions, maintain accurate records, use tools safely, and meet applicable program qualification requirements.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid passport.
• OSHA 10.
• Must possess an active Secret security clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Remove, install, route, band, and secure cable and cableway under supervision using approved drawings and procedures.
• Conduct pre-installation, in-process, and post-installation cable and cableway inspections under supervision; record results and report discrepancies.
• Prepare and fabricate assigned coaxial, multipin, and fiber-optic connectors under direct supervision; document completed work and qualification activity.
• Perform assigned MCT/MCP opening, closing, inspection, and testing under supervision and complete required installation records.
• Perform assigned cable continuity checks and operate authorized test equipment under supervision; accurately record results.
• Read applicable installation drawings and identify basic electrical symbols, components, and material requirements for assigned tasks.
• Perform installation kitting, material identification, equipment staging, tool accountability, and return-material preparation as directed.
• Follow WAF/TUMS and lockout/tag-out controls; comply with NAVSEA Standard Items, the SOW, shipyard requirements, and ESH procedures; immediately report unsafe conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED