Naval Engineering Technician

ManTech; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a motivated Naval Engineering Technician in Portsmouth, VA. The role involves ensuring the maintenance and operational readiness of U.S. Navy ship systems. Candidates should have significant experience in mechanical systems and must possess a Secret security clearance. Join a team committed to enhancing naval capabilities and maintaining vital supports for operational missions.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in ship mechanical systems.
• Expert in piping, pumps, refrigeration, and hydraulic systems.
• US Citizenship and requires Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering tasks involving analysis and design.
• Plan and supervise installations per engineering specifications.
• Update technical documentation and generate final outputs in PDF formats.

Skills

Operation of ship mechanical systems

Maintenance of ship mechanical systems

Repair of ship mechanical systems

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

ManTech seeks a motivated, career customer-oriented Naval Engineering Technician to join our team in Portsmouth, VA. This is an onsite position.

NNSY is responsible for maintaining and improving Class-wide and Individual-Ship Maintenance for the U.S. Naval Forces. The mission includes ensuring material readiness throughout the projected service life of vessels, developing life-cycle strategies for system upgrades, and implementing Class Maintenance Plans into each ship's schedule.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Perform complex engineering tasks involving analysis, design, or testing of ship mechanical systems

Plan, conduct, and potentially supervise research, development, or system installation per engineering design and customer specifications

Interpret Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Ship System Feedback Reports (SRFRs), and reference materials

Develop and mark up documents for ship system changes including: Ship System Drawings (SRDs), Ship Information Books (SIBs), Non-Nuclear Reactor Support (NNRS) Books, and Technical Manuals

Use AutoCAD to update graphics in technical documentation

Generate and deliver final outputs in PDF (.pdf) or image (.tiff) formats

Produce and distribute finalized SRD documentation including both printed and digital formats

Minimum Qualifications:

8+ years of hands-on experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of ship mechanical systems

Experience with piping systems (e.g., firemain, chilled water, HVAC), Pumps, refrigeration systems

Experience with elevators (aircraft and weapons)

Experience with compressed gas systems (LP and HP air)

Experience with hydraulic systems

High School Diploma

Preferred Qualifications:

Expert-level experience with Navy maintenance programs and databases

Familiar with engineering and technical documentation processes

Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Security Clearance Requirements:

US Citizenship required and a current Secret security clearance or higher

Physical Requirements:

Ability to pass and maintain a modified maritime physical exam

Physically able to:

Balance, bend, crouch, stretch, kneel, and lift up to 35 lbs

Regularly climb stairs (up to 10 flights), gangways, and galleys

Work in confined spaces and at heights without fear

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