Electrical Test Specialist – Shipboard High-Voltage Systems

HII; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingalls Shipbuilding is seeking an Electrician Test Specialist to ensure shipboard electrical systems perform as designed throughout construction.

You will test, verify, and troubleshoot power distribution, high‑voltage equipment, and complex electronics, interpreting schematics and marine blueprints to guide testing procedures. Join a safety‑driven, craft‑focused team at America’s shipyard building the Navy’s fleet and safeguarding maritime interests.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in marine, shipyard, or industrial electrical field.
• Ability to read and interpret marine drawings and blueprints with metric and standard measurements.
• Proven experience testing and troubleshooting shipboard electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Test, verify, and troubleshoot shipboard electrical systems during construction.
• Perform circuit continuity verification and functional testing of power and lighting.
• Operate electrical test equipment including voltmeters, ammeters, and power analyzers.
• Test high-voltage systems up to 480V and 4160V.
• Inspect motor controls, transformers, and switchboards for proper operation.
• Support testing of radar, sonar, and navigation equipment.
• Read marine blueprints and diagrams to ensure accurate testing procedures.
• Work in active shipyard environments with heights and confined spaces.

Skills

Shipboard testing

Electrical troubleshooting

Schematics reading

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Voltmeter

Ammeter

Ohmmeter

Power analyzers

Megohmmeter

Job description

Ingalls Shipbuilding is seeking an Electrician Test Specialist to ensure shipboard electrical systems perform as designed throughout construction.

You will test, verify, and troubleshoot power distribution, high‑voltage equipment, and complex electronics, interpreting schematics and marine blueprints to guide testing procedures. Join a safety‑driven, craft‑focused team at America’s shipyard building the Navy’s fleet and safeguarding maritime interests.