Mechanical Engineering Technician III

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. in Newport News, VA seeks a Mechanical Engineering Technician III to support U.S. Navy aircraft carriers at NN Shipyard.

The role combines hands-on repair, troubleshooting, and training of Sailors within the CEMAT mechanical project team. Candidates with Navy experience, shipboard maintenance, and the ability to read blueprints are encouraged to apply; security clearance and PPE compliance required.

Qualifications

• Twelve years of naval/mechanical repair and maintenance experience.
• Four years directing or supervising less-skilled technical personnel.
• Five years administering Navy 3M and Navy Supply systems.
• U.S. Navy surface ship or aircraft carrier experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and drawings for naval systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to the CEMAT team and serve as SME for shipboard personnel.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on aircraft carrier systems.
• Maintain and repair pumps, HVAC, JP-5 pumps, purifiers, VPCs, drains, capstan and towing systems, boat davits, galley and laundry equipment.
• Deliver on-the-job training to ship’s force Sailors as needed.
• Guide crew on maintenance, materials, and training for CVN shipboard equipment and systems.

Skills

Shipboard maintenance

Technical training

Blueprints reading

Leadership

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree substitution eligible

Tools

Navy 3M system

Mechanical drawings

Job description

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. has a job opportunity for a full-time Mechanical Engineering Technician III in Newport News, VA.

Put your shipboard maintenance and leadership experience to work supporting U.S. Navy aircraft carriers at Newport News Shipyard (NNS). You will provide mechanical expertise, help resolve equipment problems, and train Sailors while supporting the CEMAT mechanical project team.

Transitioning and former U.S. Navy Sailors, as well as experienced shipyard and marine maintenance professionals who meet the required qualifications, are encouraged to apply. Relevant backgrounds may include Machinist’s Mate (MM), Engineman (EN), Machinery Repairman (MR), or comparable Navy mechanical experience. These examples are not additional rating requirements.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Provide engineering and technical support to the CEMAT mechanical project team and serve as a subject matter expert for shipboard personnel.
• Perform routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on aircraft carrier mechanical and auxiliary systems.
• Maintain and repair centrifugal pumps, air conditioning, hydraulic systems, JP-5 pumps and purifiers, Vertical Package Conveyors (VPCs), main drainage systems, capstan and towing systems, boat davits, galley and laundry equipment, and other mechanical and auxiliary equipment.
• Deliver over-the-shoulder and on-the-job training to ship’s force Sailors as needed.
• Guide ship’s crew on maintenance, materials, and training for CVN shipboard equipment and systems.

Required Qualifications

• Twelve (12) years of experience operating, repairing, and maintaining naval or marine propulsion, hull, mechanical, electrical, or electronic equipment and systems aboard U.S. Navy ships. This experience must include four (4) years directing or supervising less-skilled technical personnel performing repair and maintenance functions and five (5) years administering Navy 3M and Supply systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Documented mechanical technical knowledge and expertise in U.S. Navy shipboard systems and equipment.
• U.S. Navy surface ship or aircraft carrier experience.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, diagrams, and other mechanical technical data used in the operation of naval hull, mechanical, and electrical equipment.

Experience Substitutions

An associate degree in the appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university may substitute for up to two (2) years of technician experience. Applicants requesting this substitution should include their degree and discipline in their application.

Job Requirements

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including hard hats, hearing protection, and safety glasses.

Safety Qualifications

The following qualifications must be current or obtained within thirty (30) days of hire:

• OSHA 7615 Shipyard Employment 10-Hour training course.
• Respirator qualification, including a physical examination and fit test.

Work Environment

Work is performed aboard U.S. Navy aircraft carriers and in a shipyard environment under industrial conditions.

Application Guidance

In your resume, identify the U.S. Navy ships you supported, the equipment you maintained, and your hands‑on repair experience. Describe the repair and maintenance teams you supervised and your experience administering Navy 3M and Supply systems. Shipyard and contractor applicants should clearly identify their U.S. Navy shipboard experience.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $27.00–$33.00 per hour. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, business considerations, local market conditions, internal equity, and candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

ADA Notations

• Frequent standing, sitting, walking, handling, feeling with hands, and reaching with arms.
• Will be required to work aboard ships in a shipyard environment under industrial conditions.
• Candidate will be working as part of a small team. When not working in their primary specialty, they will be required to assist other trade specialties in the performance of their tasking.
• Regular communication (hearing and speaking).
• Occasional stooping, kneeling, and crouching required.
• Ability to go aboard ships, barges, and other naval craft.
• Ability to move in narrow and restricted passageways, up/down steep and narrow ladders or stairways onboard ships.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move objects up to 50 lbs. in weight.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.