Electronics Technician B, Naval Vessel

Vectrus, Inc; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

V2X is seeking an Electronic Technician B to support the USNS Howard O. Lorenzen on a rotation-style deployment. The role requires living aboard the vessel for extended periods, performing maintenance on advanced radar and communication systems, and ensuring readiness 24/7.

Candidates must meet maritime medical requirements, hold an active Secret clearance, and be capable of international travel. This full-time assignment emphasizes safety, reliability, and precision in a demanding maritime

Qualifications

• Experience with electrical/mechanical troubleshooting at operator level.
• Maritime Medical Exam compliance.
• Active Secret Clearance and U.S. Passport required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily operational tasks and preventative maintenance on radar and communications systems on the vessel.
• Calibrate radar equipment and verify proper function; conduct regular checks for optimal performance.
• Assist in testing, troubleshooting, and updating standard operating procedures as needed.
• Provide timely reporting of repairs and maintenance and support safety audits.

Skills

Radar systems knowledge

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Overview

Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield. We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness. Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism.

V2X Mobile Sensors Management Office (MSMO) is seeking Electronic Technician B onboard the USNS Howard O. Lorenzen to support the V2X Mobile Sensors (MS) program. MS performs Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for a ship based marine mobile platform with complex multi-mission X-Band and S-Band phased array radar and communication systems which have a sophisticated command & control computing structure, along with communication interfaces and support sub-systems. These systems and the program assigned employees are tasked to primarily operate in the US Indo-Pacific Command's (USINDOPACOM) Area of Responsibility. Our program ensures the COBRA KING (CK) radar and communication systems are ready for operation 24 hours a day for 7-days a week and can support mission operations on very short notice. This role will perform and assist the Mobile Sensors program in planning, organizing, and executing operations and maintenance of the radar systems and/or communication equipment.

Responsibilities

In performance of this mission, this role will be required to support the direction of the Mechanical Leads (MEL) performing scheduled maintenance, directed daily operations, equipment evaluations, testing and calibrating of equipment, and ensuring work is performed in compliance with company standards and regulations, following established MSOPs. This position will report to the MEL and/or Deputy MEL to resolve issues and report on activities. This position will require personnel to live and work for extended shifts/periods onboard a ship that will operate in/out of overseas ports. This position will report to the MEL and/or Deputy MEL to resolve issues and report on activities. This Position requires meeting the maritime medical physical requirements.

This position, although V2X, is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2088, and the pay and benefits are per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

• Type: Rotation style deployments
• Location: Full-time assignment to the vessel (no home of record requirement)
• Active Secret clearance
• Travel: Company paid OCONUS travel to/from vessel

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Complete daily operational tasks as directed, conduct the daily/monthly/annual preventative maintenance as required, and daily inspections and operational validation of all systems.
• Conduct setup and calibration of radar equipment, ensuring proper function. Performing regular checks to maintain optimal performance.
• Assist in testing and troubleshooting radar systems, identify and resolve issues as appropriate/directed.
• Assist management in incorporating and/or identifying new procedures or updating current standard operating procedures.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting of repairs, installations, and maintenance activities.
• Provide feedback for process improvements and conduct continuous learning of technical knowledge and expertise of radar systems.
• Conduct safety audits and training to mitigate risk with associated equipment.
• Maintain clean work environment to include workshop, equipment rooms, and radar spaces.
• Performs incidental related duties as assigned or required.

Qualifications

Education Requirements:

• High School Degree or equivalent

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Complete daily operational tasks as directed, conduct the daily/monthly/annual preventative maintenance as required, and daily inspections and operational validation of all systems.
• Conduct setup and calibration of radar equipment, ensuring proper function. Performing regular checks to maintain optimal performance.
• Assist in testing and troubleshooting radar systems, identify and resolve issues as appropriate/directed.
• Assist management in incorporating and/or identifying new procedures or updating current standard operating procedures.
• Provide accurate and timely reporting of repairs, installations, and maintenance activities.
• Provide feedback for process improvements and conduct continuous learning of technical knowledge and expertise of radar systems.
• Conduct safety audits and training to mitigate risk with associated equipment.
• Maintain clean work environment to include workshop, equipment rooms, and radar spaces.
• Performs incidental related duties as assigned or required.

Other Requirements:

• 2+ years technical experience/application in electrical/mechanical troubleshooting at operator level
• This position is Full-Time/at-sea on a forward deployed vessel. Candidates must not be hindered by motion sickness.
• Candidates must pass/maintain Maritime Medical Exam IAW Mobile Sensors Performance of Work Statement as a condition for work
• Active Secret Security Clearance
• Current U.S. Passport with 3 x blank pages

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of electro-mechanical systems, hydraulic motors, highly complex gearboxes, compressors, dehydrators, air handling units, etc.
• Certified and/or trained to the standards of: United States Navy A-School, USAF Electrical and Environmental Systems, Cryptologic Technicians, Operations Specialists, Interior Communications Electricians or the equivalent civilian/military electrical or mechanical trade schools, vocational-technical schools, or technical institutes.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.
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