Weapon Systems Technician

CACI•San Diego, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

CACI is seeking a skilled and experienced technician to provide gun weapon systems support to the U.S. Navy, specifically for the Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) variants, including Phalanx, SeaRAM, and LPWS. As an integral part of our highly experienced and capable team, you will be supporting a vital role of our customers to ensure Navy fleet gun weapon systems capability, supportability, and readiness.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship
Active Secret Security Clearance (or the ability to obtain one).
Minimum 6 years of hands-on experience operating and maintaining any of the Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) variants (Phalanx, SeaRAM, and LPWS)
Knowledge of the mechanical, electro-mechanical, pneumatic, electronic and electrical systems associated with any of the three CIWS variants.
Ability to perform installation, removal, light off and check out, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of CIWS under the guidance of senior technicians.
Ability to read and interpret mechanical, electrical, and structural drawings and schematics.

Nice To Haves

One or more NECs (Navy Enlisted Qualifications) related to CIWS Phalanx and/or SeaRAM would be a positive.
Knowledge of DOD requirements, standards, and processes.
Strong communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft office products.

Responsibilities

Perform Close-In Weapon System (CIWS) maintenance grooms and assessments onboard US Navy (USN) and US Coast Guard (USCG) vessels.
Assist with the testing of system capabilities including integration with multiple combat systems both pierside and atsea.
Perform CIWS System Operational Verification Testing (SOVT).
Provide technical, mechanical, operational, and tactical training to USN and USCG personnel
Interface with Regional Maintenance Centers (RMCs), Combat System Port Engineers (CSPEs), and land-based test sites.
Provide installation support for Counter Unmanned Aircraft System (C-UAS).
Provide technical reports and recommendations to Government stakeholders.