Engineer Specialist 4 (Ship Checker)

QED Systems Inc; Everett (WA); On-site; USD 35,817 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Leave

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

QED Systems Inc in Marysville, WA is seeking an Engineering Specialist 4 (Ship Checker) to conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels. The role entails validating work notifications, identifying components, and documenting ship checks with sketches and photographs. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, strong writing skills, and familiarity with Navy systems. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels.
• Knowledge of Navy structural, mechanical, piping, and electrical systems.
• Strong documentation skills for detailed ship checks with sketches and photos.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship checks using drawings and references.
• Identify interferences impacting planning.
• Document ship checks for uploading into NMD.

Skills

Ship checks validation

Knowledge of Navy ship layout

Strong writing and communication skills

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office & Adobe

Ability to lift heavy equipment (30 lbs)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate’s degree or higher (preferred)

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Specialist 4 (Ship Checker)

Job Location: 1536 Grove St NE, Marysville, WA 98270

Job Category: Engineering/Maintenance

Job Status: Full Time/Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $26.00 – 29.00/hour

Job Description: Reports to the Marysville based Project Manager. The Specification Development and Advance Execution Support (SDAES) Division is responsible for conducting ship checks onboard Navy Vessels per Work Notifications. A ship check reviews the brokered WN for accuracy, scope, identifies components & equipment, system piping, and ship structure to describe existing conditions. Completed checks are reported with sketches & photos for planner use. Ship checkers progress to specification planners with experience.

Job Requirements / Skill Sets:

• Conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels using drawings and references to validate work notifications, determine scope, and provide amplifying information to planners.
• Identify interferences and special circumstances impacting planning.
• Document ship checks with detailed information and photographs on approved forms in PDF for uploading into NMD.
• Lift, carry, transport heavy equipment; minimum requirement 30 lbs.
• Self‑starter, works well with others.
• Knowledge of Navy ship compartmentation & layout.
• Read, understand, validate work notifications and scope of work.
• Strong writing & communication skills for verbal & written findings.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office & Adobe programs.
• Knowledge of Navy Structural, Mechanical, Piping, Electrical systems.
• 10% overseas travel; must obtain Passport, CAC or DBIDs pass.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Education Requirements: High School diploma or GED plus at least two years of technical/vocational training, Navy apprenticeship or equivalent; Associate’s degree or higher preferred.

Security Clearance / Naval Facility Access: U.S. citizenship; eligible for and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance; access to military facilities, naval and private shipyards; valid U.S. Passport.

EOE/M/F/D/V: Q.E.D. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans / Disabled Welcome.

Benefits: Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Basic Life Insurance, supplemental insurances, and Employee Assistance Program.