#2633 Field Engineer (FE30) Electrician-SDTS

AdvantEdge Technology, Inc.; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AdvantEdge Technology, Inc. seeks a Field Engineer (electrician) to support the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS) aboard the ship at NSWC Port Hueneme, CA. The role demands hands-on electrical work, maintenance, and readiness for underway evolutions.

Requirements include shipboard electrical experience (4–6 years if you have a degree; 8+ years without a degree) and proficiency with power distribution, troubleshooting, and MS Office. Valid driver’s license and background check required.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree with 4–6 years of experience or no degree with 8+ years’ experience.
• Electrician must have 4–6 years shipboard electrical experience.
• Experience with power distribution systems and HVAC electrical systems.
• Able to operate ship electrical power generation, lighting, and appliances.

Responsibilities

• Support the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS) as a field engineer on board.
• Maintain and troubleshoot shipboard electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform log readings and stand underway watches as required.
• Work with minimal supervision and complete onboard maintenance tasks.

Skills

Shipboard electrical experience

Power distribution systems

Troubleshooting

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Experience equivalence (no degree)

Tools

Multi-meter

Job description

Salary Range: $27.99-32.50 + WD- +$5.55 hourly

Role and Responsibilities:

Full Time position supporting the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS) filling

a Field Engineer position as an electrician on the SDTS. The position is on board the SDTS located

in NSWC Port Hueneme, California.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree and 4-6 years of experience or no degree and minimum 8 years’ experience.
• The electrician must possess a minimum of 4 -6 years of shipboard electrical experience.
• Must have experience with power distribution systems, HVAC electrical systems, load transfer systems/switching, circuit installations and troubleshooting
• Responsible for the operation of a ship's electrical power generation systems, lighting systems, electrical equipment, and electrical appliances.
• Must know shipboard tagout lockout
• Must be able to use multi-meter for troubleshooting.
• Must be able to work independent completing onboard maintenance requirements.
• Must be able to support overnight underway evolutions (includes regular housekeeping/cleaning).
• Must be able to take log readings and stand underway watches.
• Must have basic computer Microsoft Office skills (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, data entry)
• Must serve as member of ship’s Damage Control Fire Party.
• Have a valid driver’s license with own transportation.
• Must have no criminal record and able to satisfactorily complete background check.
• Must be able to work under minimal supervision, perform and complete tasks with limited guidance.
• Able to follow company policies and procedures.
• Able to write, speak and understand English and able to write clear, detailed reports.

Preferred Skills:

• EM “A” and “C” School, EM 2ⁿᵈ class
• Familiar with shipboard electrical service.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to climb up and down the shipboard vertical ladders.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass Shipboard Fire Party School.
• Must be able to get underway to support mission operations.