LPD Deck Equipment/Mission Systems Technician

R&P Technologies; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contributions

401(k) matching

Job summary

R&P Technologies is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the U.S. Navy's LPD 17 Shipbuilding Program in Pascagoula, MS. You will assist with testing, installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of HM&E and Mission Systems aboard ships at the building yard.

The role requires a Secret clearance or eligibility, with opportunities to contribute to on-site testing and sea-trial coordination across locations. Competitive compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED plus 5–10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Associates degree in engineering preferred but not required.
• Active Secret Clearance or eligible to obtain one.
• DoD/Navy ACAT I Program and Amphibious Assault Ship Class experience is a plus.
• Experience with Deck System is preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching for extended periods (up to 8 hours).
• Capacity to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds with or without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Support on Deck/Mission Systems equipment.
• Assist Test Division in ship acquisition, integration and post-delivery testing.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and test shipboard electrical systems and interior communications equipment.
• Develop and review test procedures and witness equipment and system testing.
• Inspect equipment installations.
• Provide on-site test engineering and technical support for ship industrial testing.
• Coordinate liaison with Supervisor of Shipbuilding and other Navy and Contractor activities.
• Participate in at sea trials at Norfolk, San Diego, Mayport, Pearl Harbor and Sasebo.

Skills

Secret clearance

Electrical systems

Test procedures

Shipboard systems

Education

High School diploma

Associates degree in engineering

Job description

Location: US-MS-Pascagoula

Clearance Required: Secret

Overview

R&P is seeking an Engineering Technician to support the U.S. Navy's LPD 17 Shipbuilding Program (PMS 377) in Pascagoula, MS, for Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) and Mission Systems. Areas of support include installation and testing, light off, software installation, troubleshooting and preventive maintenance/repair, systems integration, engineering and technical support for ships at the building yard.

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Areas of support for HM&E and Mission Systems may include:
• Support on Deck/Mission Systems equipment.
• Support the Test Division in support of ship acquisition, integration and industrial and post-delivery test activities.
• Troubleshooting, repairing, and testing shipboard electrical systems and Interior Communications equipment.
• Support development and review of test procedures and witness equipment and system testing.
• Inspect equipment installations.
• Provide on-site test engineering and technical support for ship industrial testing.
• Establish and maintain an effective liaison with Supervisor of Shipbuilding and with other Navy, Government, and Contractor activities as required.
• Participate in at sea trials at other locations such as Norfolk VA, San Diego CA, Mayport FL, Pearl Harbor HI and Sasebo Japan.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirement: High School diploma or GED plus at least 5-10+ years of relevant work experience.
• Associates degree in engineering discipline is preferred but not required.
• Active Secret Clearance or eligible to obtain one.
• DoD/Navy ACAT I Program and Amphibious Assault Ship Class Platform experience is a plus.
• Experience with Deck System is preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching for extended periods (up to 8 hours) without undue fatigue.
• Capacity to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 25 pounds (or as specified by the employer) with or without assistance, and to move heavy materials and equipment safely.
• Muscular strength and endurance to support the body for long periods without fatigue, including using core and lower back muscles to maintain balance and posture.

EEO Statement

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an affirmative action plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

Salary

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.