Engineering Technician II

Leidos Inc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 27,822 - 39,625; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in San Diego is seeking a Towed Systems IMA technician to support the US Navy with towed acoustic systems for submarines and surface ships. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, electrical testing, troubleshooting, and installation of equipment. Candidates must have relevant electronics education, a valid driver's license, and the ability to lift 40lbs. An interim Secret security clearance is also needed. This position offers a wage of $24.48/hr and requires availability for possible overtime and travel.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to lift 40lbs without assistance.
• Must complete background check and physical for company truck operation.
• Ability to obtain DoD security clearance at the Secret level.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct towed array module physical inspection and electrical testing.
• Troubleshoot and assemble towed arrays for shipboard installation.
• Provide 24/7 fleet support for towed acoustic systems.
• Interact with Navy, Government, and civilian contractors.

Skills

Electronic test equipment usage

Operation of handheld power tools

Troubleshooting and repair of electronic/electrical equipment

Light mechanical maintenance

Microsoft Office (O365)

Education

Graduation from accredited technical institute or military electronics course

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Description

The successful candidate will be a Member of the Towed System Intermediate Maintenance Activity (TS IMA) team in San Diego, CA. This site provides direct fleet support with towed acoustic systems installed on submarines and surface ships, including 24/7/365 worldwide casualty assistance (CASREP) support. Other responsibilities of the program include shipping/receiving/warehousing, government property administration, and asset tracking.

Primary Responsibilities

Candidate will be responsible for conducting towed array module physical inspection, electrical testing, troubleshooting, array assembly and shipboard installation and removal of towed bodies while working pier side, in all weather conditions and/or in a warehouse environment. Travel overseas and within CONUS on short notice may be required.

This position has occasional requirements for overtime work in order to meet US Navy operational schedules and may have occasional requirements for extended travel to support surge work at other Towed System IMAs in order to meet US Navy operational schedules.

Selected applicant will receive on the job training and is expected to qualify as a Towed Systems IMA technician. Selected applicant must be able to interact with Navy, Government and civilian support contractors. For advancement consideration within the IMA program (when positions become available) the selected candidate must be a qualified Pier-Side Supervisor in accordance with Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) requirements.

Candidate must be capable of performing routine assigned work with minimum supervision.

Selected Applicant must have the ability to obtain and retain a Department of Defense security clearance at the Secret level and be able to obtain and retain a US Passport.

Basic Qualification

• Graduate of an accredited technical institute or apprentice program in electronics above the high school level or successful completion of a military electronics course equivalent to U.S. Navy "C" school and at least two years' experience in the test and repair of electronic/electrical equipment.
• Experience in the use of electronic test equipment and operation of various handheld power tools.
• Must obtain a minimum of an interim Secret prior to commencement of employment.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to lift 40lbs without assistance.
• Must complete a background check and physical to be able to operator company truck.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior US military service, preferably Navy and on a platform utilizing towed sonar systems (submarine or surface ship).
• Experienced in the operation, troubleshooting, and/or repair of towed sonar arrays, or experience with any of the following equipment is desirable: AN/BQQ-5, AN/BQQ-6, AN/BSY-1, AN/BSY-2, SQQ-89, OK-276, OA-9070/9070A, OK-410 or OK-542/542A.
• Must be able to perform light mechanical maintenance actions and operate a forklift as part of assigned duties.
• Familiar with the use of Microsoft Office products (O365).
• Fiber Optic Certified.

Pay and Benefits

This position is covered under the Service Contract Act and is subject to minimum wage requirements as well as the minimum Health and Welfare benefit. Leidos will ensure that all provisions are met through their wages and benefits. The pay for this position will be $24.48/hr.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

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.