Shipboard Maintenance Technician

MANTECH•Port Hueneme, CA

6d•$60,100 - $99,300•Onsite

About The Position

MANTECH is seeking a motivated, customer-oriented Shipboard Maintenance Technician to work onsite in Oxnard, California (Port Hueneme). The technician will support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Underway Replenishment (UNREP) Division’s maintenance efforts for Military Sealift Command (MSC) platforms. The role involves maintaining and troubleshooting UNREP equipment and providing operational and maintenance support at the UNREP Test Site and aboard U.S. Naval Ships (USNS). The technician will assist with equipment overhauls during maintenance availabilities, plan and execute shipboard maintenance with ship engineers, assess equipment condition, and troubleshoot equipment to restore it to operational use. The role also involves routing, tagging, testing, and terminating shipboard cables using technical documents and instructions; maintaining detailed records; communicating findings; and following shipyard and NAVSEA installation requirements. Travel within and outside the contiguous United States may be required up to 50%, with trips often lasting 2.5–3 months.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 3 years of experience directly supporting UNREP equipment maintenance, or at least 5 years of experience in technical maintenance such as automotive, oilfield equipment, or machine work.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain an Interim Secret security clearance prior to starting employment.
Ability to remain in a stationary position for 50% of the time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Ability to climb multiple stairs, planks, or galleyways.
Ability to crawl and maneuver in confined spaces or bilge areas, if required.
Ability to operate standard office equipment and communicate effectively with coworkers, management, and customers.
Ability to perform physical labor outdoors in international locations, with varying weather and conditions.

Nice To Haves

Experience performing assessments of UNREP equipment conditions.
Experience working aboard a ship and in a shipyard environment.
Experience using technical manuals and documentation related to shipboard operations.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing requirements.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist with UNREP equipment overhaul during maintenance availabilities.
Collaborate with ship engineers on advanced planning and travel to ships to execute maintenance requirements.
Travel to ship maintenance availability locations to support maintenance and overhaul of UNREP equipment.
Troubleshoot UNREP equipment to restore it to operational use.
Develop subject matter expertise in UNREP equipment maintenance and operation through on-the-job learning and training at the UNREP Test Site.
Maintain detailed records of ship visits and support provided.
Conduct UNREP Station material condition assessments and perform overhaul mechanical maintenance on Underway Replenishment equipment.
Use wiring lists, schematics, blueprints, and verbal and written instructions to route, tag, test, and terminate shipboard cables.
Communicate with MANTECH employees and clients, including delivering presentations and reporting findings.
Support operational activities while adhering to shipyard and NAVSEA installation requirements.
Travel within and outside the contiguous United States as required, up to 50%; trips will often last 2.5–3 months.