Marine Electronics Technician: Radar, GPS & Satcom

Mackay Communications, Inc.; Harahan, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with employer match

Company paid pension plan

Job summary

Mackay Marine, a global marine electronics service company, seeks several Marine Electronics Technicians for the New Orleans depot in Harahan, LA. Join a team supporting radios, radars, ECDIS, and other equipment onboard commercial ships in a structured, safety-conscious setting.

Under limited supervision you will install, service, and repair equipment, test and troubleshoot, and generate detailed service reports. A strong electronics background and relevant licenses are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of MET/MSE/ET/AT experience in commercial shipping or Navy/Coast Guard.
• Associate degree or equivalent technical training and experience.
• Strong knowledge of electronics theory and application.
• FCC General License with Radar Endorsement and GMDSS Radio Operator Maintainer License preferred.
• Be physically fit; able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, endure weather.

Responsibilities

• Install, service, and repair marine electronic equipment on board commercial ships.
• Test, adjust, and troubleshoot components and antennas; load and update software.
• Use schematics, blueprints, and manuals to complete assignments and write detailed service reports.

Skills

Electronics theory

Marine electrical

Troubleshooting

FCC License

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Mackay Marine, a global marine electronics service company, seeks several Marine Electronics Technicians for the New Orleans depot in Harahan, LA. Join a team supporting radios, radars, ECDIS, and other equipment onboard commercial ships in a structured, safety-conscious setting.

Under limited supervision you will install, service, and repair equipment, test and troubleshoot, and generate detailed service reports. A strong electronics background and relevant licenses are preferred.