Field Engineer Close-in Weapons System (CIWS)

Basic Engineering Concepts & Technologies Inc DBA BecTech Inc; Riyadh Region; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking qualified Field Engineers with Block 1B2 CIWS experience for the Royal Saudi Navy. Responsibilities include maintaining CIWS systems, conducting troubleshooting, and ensuring operational readiness. Candidates must have over 12 years of relevant experience and possess US Citizenship with an active Secret Clearance. Travel to Saudi Arabia is required twice a year, with all expenses covered.

Benefits

Travel, lodging, and per diem provided

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in shipboard operations and maintenance.
• US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance required.
• Experience with Block 1B2 CIWS systems.

Responsibilities

• Groom and maintain the CIWS for the Royal Saudi Navy.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on the CIWS system.
• Conduct tests and inspections to ensure system operability.

Skills

Shipboard experience

Technical qualification in OEM procedures

Troubleshooting

Job description

BecTech is looking for two qualified field engineers with Block 1B2 CIWS experience to groom gun mounts for the Royal Saudi Navy. Specific duties include, but are not limited to assistance to Ship Repair Force (SRF) to groom and maintain the CIWS as follows :

Work will follow the Planned Maintenance System Maintenance Index Page (MIP) 7112 / 1B2 and the CIWS technical manuals, TW-221-B2-MMO-010 (IETM).

MIP 7112 / MRC Q-12. Remove, Clean, Inspect, and Re-Install Ammunition Handling System Components.

MIP 7II2 / MRC S-2R. Remove, Disassemble, Clean, Inspect, Lubricate, Re-Assemble, and Re-Install Gun.

Troubleshoot and repair CASREPTS as requested.

Test the CIWS system through all modes to achieve a "GO" status.

Perform CIWS System Technical Assessment. (PMS AP-1). Note all Gun Ammunition Handling System (GAHS) will be performed with dummy ammunition only.

Perform System Operability Tests (SOTS), Periodic System Operability Tests (PSOTS), and Fault Isolation Tests (FITS).

Test transmitter output and ensure a "GO" status.

Tune the Klystron as required.

Clean and lubricate the Gun Ammunition Handling System (GAHS).

Inspect shock isolators.

Inspect condition of door gaskets, seals, and weatherproofing and determine if replacement is necessary.

Inspect the Environmental Control Group (ECG).

Test safety devices.

Perform troubleshooting and repairs necessary to accomplish the tasks above.

This opportunity requires travel to Saudi Arabia a minimum of twice per year for 24 days. Travel, lodging, per diem will be provided. Work will be performed under an FMS case. Candidates must be technically qualified in OEM procedures and requirements. Prior FMS and OEM experience preferred.

Required Skills :

• US Citizenship with Active Secret Clearance
• 12+ years of experience
• Shipboard experience to include operations, maintenance, test, system installation, of Block 1B2 CIWS.

Desired Skills :

• OEM Technical certification
• Prior experience with FMS support

Position requires travel to Saudi Arabian a minimum of two times per year with a potential to increase to once per quarter over three years.

All applicants selected will be subject to a background investigation.