Engineering Technician III

General Dynamics Information Technology; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,299 - 49,111; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading technology and defense firm is seeking an Engineering Technician III in Seattle, WA. This role involves the installation and maintenance of shipboard electrical and mechanical systems, requiring certifications and strong problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of relevant experience and the ability to work in varying temperatures and conditions. Benefits include a 401(k) with company match, comprehensive health packages, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in electrical, electronic, or mechanical installation and maintenance.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Capable of solving complex problems with technical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair various types of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot and correct malfunctions using test equipment.
• Prepare operating and malfunction reports and documentation.

Skills

Blueprints

Electrical installations

Experience in shipyards

Education

Associate of Arts or Associate of Science

Tools

Cableway Certified

Cableway Inspector

Cables and Connectors fabrication

Job description

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN III

This is a waterfront shipboard construction and re-modernization position, working within shipyards and drydocks onboard U.S. Naval ships. The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the winter preforming the following tasks:

• Installs, maintains, repairs, overhauls, troubleshoots, modifies, constructs and tests various types of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and related devices.
• Applies technical knowledge of electronics principles to put equipment in operational condition and solve complex problems.
• Troubleshoots and corrects malfunctions using specialized test and diagnostic equipment.
• Modifies circuitry to improve performance.
• Makes recommendations for improvements or modifications to correct problems.
• Provides operation and maintenance instruction to customer personnel.
• Prepares operating and malfunction reports and related documentation.
• Assists engineering staff in determining and solving equipment design problems.
• May perform quality assurance testing of assemblies and equipment fabricated by other technicians.
• May provide work leadership to less-experienced technicians.
• Participates in special projects, as required.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate of Arts or Associate of Science.
• Experience: 3+ years of related experience in electrical, electronic, or mechanical installation and maintenance.
• Skills: Blueprints, electrical installations, shipyards.
• Certifications:
  • Cableway Certified
  • Cableway Inspector (multiple)
  • Connertor Certified Modular
  • COAX, Multi-Pin Connector Fabricator and Inspector: Connector Trained and Qualified with 40 hours OJT
  • WAF Tagout qualified
• US Citizenship required.

Salary: The likely hourly rate for this position is between $26.35 - $35.65. Salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Paid vacation and holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans