Engineering Technician II

Leidos; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Income protection

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Job summary

Leidos in San Diego, CA, seeks a skilled technician to support the Towed System Intermediate Maintenance Activity (TS IMA). You will inspect, test, and repair towed array modules, assemble or remove towed bodies pier-side, and travel overseas on short notice to assist Navy operations.

A DoD Secret clearance is required or attainable, with forklift and tools experience essential. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and readiness, providing 24/7/365 support as part of Leidos’ fleet

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited technical institute or an electronics apprenticeship, or Navy equivalent to C school.
• At least two years’ experience testing and repairing electronic/electrical equipment.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment and various handheld power tools.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and U.S. Passport.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical inspection, electrical testing, and troubleshooting of towed array modules.
• Assemble and install or remove towed bodies pier-side and in all weather environments.
• Travel overseas and within the continental United States on short notice.
• Perform overtime to meet Navy schedules and support surge work at other TS IMA sites.
• Operate company trucks, cranes, forklifts, and hand tools as required.
• Interact with Navy personnel, government staff, and civilian contractors.

Skills

Electronic testing

Electrical repair

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Electronics apprenticeship

Tools

Electronic test equipment

Handheld power tools

Forklift operation

Job description

The Towed System Intermediate Maintenance Activity (TS IMA) in San Diego, CA, provides direct fleet support for towed acoustic systems installed on submarines and surface ships, including 24/7/365 worldwide casualty assistance. The role supports shipping, receiving, warehousing, government property administration, and asset tracking.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct physical inspection, electrical testing, and troubleshooting of towed array modules.
• Assemble and install or remove towed bodies pier‑side and in all weather or warehouse environments.
• Travel overseas and within the continental United States on short notice.
• Perform occasional overtime to meet U.S. Navy operational schedules and support surge work at other Towed System IMAs.
• Operate company trucks, cranes, forklifts, and handheld power tools as required.
• Interact with Navy personnel, government staff, and civilian contractors.

Basic Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited technical institute or an apprenticeship in electronics, or successful completion of a military electronics course equivalent to U.S. Navy “C” school.
• At least two years’ experience in testing and repairing electronic/electrical equipment.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment and various handheld power tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Department of Defense security clearance at the Secret level and a U.S. Passport.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift 40 lbs without assistance.
• Completion of a background check and physical examination to operate company vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior U.S. military service, preferably in the Navy on platforms utilizing towed sonar systems.
• Experience with towed sonar arrays (e.g., AN/BQQ‑5, AN/BQQ‑6, AN/BSY‑1, AN/BSY‑2, SQQ‑89, OK‑276, OA‑9070/9070A, OK‑410, OK‑542/542A).
• Light mechanical maintenance skills and forklift operation capability.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (O365).
• Fiber optic certification.

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay is $24.48 per hour. This position is covered under the Service Contract Act and adheres to minimum wage and health‑and‑welfare requirements. Employees receive the standard Leidos benefits package, which includes health and wellness programs, income protection, paid leave, and retirement plans.

Location and Travel

San Diego, CA. Position requires travel overseas and within the continental United States on short notice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.