Submarine Engineering Technician IV - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

Job Title / Level

Submarine Engineering Technician IV - Ability to Obtain a Secret Clearance

Clearance Required?

Secret

Location:

Bethesda, MD 20817 US (Primary)

% Travel

30 - 40%

Job Description

Are you a self-driven technician with previous experience working with Sonar systems?

If so, our Engineering team is searching for a Submarine Engineering Technician IV to support the United States Navy in Bethesda, MD!

As a Submarine Engineering Technician IV, you will:

• Work within the Engineering Division to support the checkout, installation, testing, and removal of Temporary Alteration systems at submarine bases in support of US Navy submarines at-sea trials.
• Perform tasks required to support Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division (NSWCCD) Code 732 Onboard Tracking and Acoustic Vibration Systems Branch activities at headquarters in West Bethesda, MD.
• Receive robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
• Be a part of an empowered accountability culture where each employee-owner has a meaningful stake in the future success and growth of the company.

A week in the life of a Submarine Engineering Technician IV:

• Perform pre-installation checkout, installation, and testing of temporary alteration systems.
• Provide technical support at the NSWCCD Code 732 Onboard Tracking and Acoustic Vibration Systems Branch.
• Set up test instrumentation, collect and report collected data.
• Assist in the development of system requirements, design specifications, and technical descriptions of the temporary alteration systems.
• Operate temporary alteration systems onboard during pierside availabilities.
• Review test plans, ship alteration drawings, and installation plans.
• Install upgrades to temporary alteration systems.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair temporary alteration systems.
• Perform acceptance testing for temporary alteration systems.
• Update temporary alteration systems documentation.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs to cables.
• Travel to various US Navy installations in the US and overseas to perform dockside support.
• Conduct Pre- and Post- Installation briefs to US Navy personnel.
• Create new and process existing electronic documents.
• Perform delicate solder repairs to electronic equipment.
• Perform logistics activities.
• Support configuration management of system inventories in support of Quality Assurance measures.

Job Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
• ASET or US Navy or other military "A" and "C" schools in Electronics or SONAR
• Extensive knowledge or experience with temporary installations for US Navy submarines and familiarization with submarine diver operations
• Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds
• Willingness to travel, occasionally on short notice! (Travel: 30% - 40%)

At least 7+ years of experience in:

• US Navy submarine or surface SONAR and other electronics systems
• Leading and managing teams to attain identified goals within stringent constraints.
• Basic mechanical skills typical in a repair environment.
• Working with minimum supervision at the Laboratory test facility and installation sites.
• Clear and succinct oral and written communication with engineering and management personnel.

Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs, and innovation we deliver excellence every day.

Company Awards:

• Forbes National Best Midsize Companies
• Energage National Best Workplaces, National
• Washington Post Best Workplaces

Veteran Hiring Awards:

• U.S. Department of Labor Hire Vets Medallion
• BEST FOR VETS by Military Times
• TOP 10 MILITARY FRIENDLY COMPANY by MilitaryFriendly.com

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans (including ESOP and 401k), insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

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