Aircraft Carrier Engineering Technician - Field and Design Support

Phoenix Group of Virginia, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoenix Group of Virginia, Inc. is seeking a mechanical/structural engineering technician to support NAVSEA 05V Ship Design Manager and PMS 312D APM during Aircraft Carrier Refueling Complex Overhaul (RCOH).

You will review drawings, collect field data, and coordinate with engineering and installation teams in shipboard and office settings. The role requires an Associate degree and 5+ years of hands-on Navy ship experience; familiarity with Navy maintenance and documentation is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical, structural, or marine engineering technology or related technical field.
• Equivalent military or shipyard training with 5+ years of hands-on experience may be considered.
• 5–8 years of experience supporting engineering, ship repair, or design activities related to Navy ships (aircraft carriers preferred).
• Familiarity with Navy maintenance and modernization processes is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting structural or mechanical system installations, modifications, or repairs.
• Working knowledge of Navy technical documentation and ship drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiar with basic CAD software tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and structural drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review of ship drawings and technical documentation for mechanical and structural systems.
• Support design and field engineering efforts for aircraft carrier maintenance and modernization.
• Document and communicate recommended changes and discrepancies to senior engineers and program staff.
• Coordinate with CCTs and AITs on installation and alteration work.
• Conduct shipboard inspections and collect field data to support engineering decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Navy design standards, technical manuals, and specifications.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, briefings, and documentation packages.
• Maintain proper handling of DoD Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Skills

Navy technical documentation

Ship drawings interpretation

Microsoft Office

Reading mechanical/structural drawings

Education

Associate degree in mechanical, structural, or marine engineering technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Microsoft Office

Job description

Phoenix Group of Virginia, Inc. is seeking a mechanical/structural engineering technician to support NAVSEA 05V Ship Design Manager and PMS 312D APM during Aircraft Carrier Refueling Complex Overhaul (RCOH).

You will review drawings, collect field data, and coordinate with engineering and installation teams in shipboard and office settings. The role requires an Associate degree and 5+ years of hands-on Navy ship experience; familiarity with Navy maintenance and documentation is highly desirable.