Marine Electronics Technician (MTP3)- 30574

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a mid-level Marine Electronics Technician to install, test, and upgrade shipboard electrical systems across Naval platforms. You will work with experienced trades personnel, applying technical expertise to support modernization initiatives both ashore and aboard vessels.

The role requires travel up to 75% domestically and internationally when needed. Per diem is provided; eligible for overtime.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or trade school or equivalent, and 4 years of related shipboard electrical experience.
• DoD secret security clearance and maintain clearance throughout employment.
• Ability to travel 50% - 75% when not assigned to local tasking.
• U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify shipboard electrical, electronic and communication systems for fleet modernization on US Navy surface ships.
• Work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders and other technical documents.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose systems to efficiently eliminate problems.
• Complete quality documents necessary for reporting and verification of work performed.

Job description

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Requisition Number:30574

Required Travel: 51 - 75%

Employment Type:Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range:$45,791.00-$58,136.00

Security Clearance:Secret

Level of Experience:Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS).Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People– Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships– Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership– Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First– Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future– Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency– Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.

Job Description

HII’s Platform Modernization (PM) organization provides industry‑leading shipboard alteration and installation services that play a vital role in advancing fleet modernization and readiness. We are seeking a highly capable mid‑level Marine Electronics Technician to join our team and support the installation, removal, testing, and upgrading of a wide range of shipboard electrical, electronic and communication systems across Naval platforms.

In this position, you will work closely with other experienced trades personnel, applying your technical expertise to execute complex modernization tasks while continuing to develop advanced skills across multiple systems. Your work will directly support mission‑critical fleet modernization initiatives both ashore and aboard Naval vessels.

This position requires travel to shipyards and military bases in the Hampton Roads region, throughout the United States, and internationally when needed. Travel may reach up to 75% when not assigned to local work. Per diem is provided based on location, and all travel and lodging expenses are fully covered by the company.

There is a possibility for weekend and/or overtime work, depending on contract schedules and the requirements associated with your assigned tasks.

• Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement, and performance consistent with company values.
• Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures by performing alterations and installations for fleet modernization on US Navy surface ships.
• Apply knowledge of production processes towards completion of complicated and non-routine tasks related to installations on shipboard systems and related equipment at company, and/or field locations in accordance with established quality and safety procedures.
• Work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose systems and equipment to efficiently eliminate problems.
• Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications.
• Maintain effective supervisor and manager communications and relations.
• Remove, plan,execute, install, and modify electrical cables, cableways,conductors, connectors, strain relief, fasteners, and equipment aboard naval vessels.
• Complete electrical and data conductor disconnections, repairs, installations and reconnections on existing and new equipment for a complete installation.
• Perform a variety of complicated and non-routine tasks including duties outside of specialty to complete installation or work assignment.
• Complete Quality documents necessary for reporting and verification of the work performed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a High School High School diploma, or Trade School or equivalent, and 4 years of related shipboard electrical shipboard experience.
• Must have a DoD secret security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment.
• Must be able to obtain various shipyard and base access credentials within 30 days of start date and maintain them throughout employment.
• Must adhere to safety and quality procedures set forth by HII and local shipyards.
• Must be able to travel between 50% - 75% when not assigned to local tasking.
• Must provide hand tools and trade specific PPE per trades designation.
• Must have experience installing, removing, troubleshooting, maintaining,and repairinghigh and low voltage electrical distribution systems and associated equipment and cabling.
• Must have working knowledge of reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, wire connection sheets, run sheets (cut sheets), technical manuals, engineering sketches, charts and/or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction for cables and equipment to be removed, installed, connected and tested.
• Must be familiar with planning and laying out cable runs according to specs, drawings, and proper installation practices, preparing the areas for welding and assisting in the attachment process.
• Must have experience installing, opening, modifying, and logging MCTs, MCPs and stuffing tubes and completing tests for final inspections.
• Must be proficient in proper methods of electrically disconnecting and reconnecting new and existing equipment and completing supporting OQE.
• Must have experience fabricating multipin copper connectors, installing fiber optic cable and fabricating single and multi-mode fiber optic connectors.
• Must be experienced with the proper, safe usage of multimeters, meggers, and testing procedures.
• Must adhere to safety and quality procedures set forth by HII and local shipyards.
• Must be able to accurately communicate with Team Leads and co-workers regarding the technical aspects of the work being performed.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Preferred Requirements

• Candidates with current NAVSEA Fiber Optic certification are preferred.
• Candidates with multipin connector fabrication certification in accordance with NAVSEA STD 009-73 are preferred.
• Candidates with NAVSEA Cableway Improvement Program certifications are preferred.
• Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed a vocational school or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Find the role that’s right for you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
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