Naval MCS Electrical Technician - Lab & Shipboard Systems

The GBS Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

11 paid holidays

Life Insurance

Voluntary Accident/ Critical Illness

Job summary

The GBS Group is seeking an Electrical Technician for shipboard machinery control systems (MCS) on US naval platforms. Based in Philadelphia, you will troubleshoot electrical and network control systems, test components in lab environments, and support system repairs using Navy schematics and cut sheets.

The role requires 5+ years in related fields, ability to travel 10%, and eligibility for a Secret level clearance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years professional experience in electrical and control systems for naval applications.
• Ability to locate and trace faults, measure currents, voltages, resistance, and test for shorts/continuity.
• Knowledge of gas turbine engines, propulsion machinery, control systems and alarm systems.
• Current working knowledge of Navy machinery control systems (MCS) and MCSS or equivalent experience.
• PLC and network system experience; Navy or processing plant experience a plus.
• UPS system knowledge.
• Ability to travel up to 10% for shipboard installations and troubleshooting.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level government clearance; U.S. Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting electrical and network control systems.
• Setup and test network control components in a lab environment.
• Work in a team environment to complete hardware and software testing.
• Develop trip reports and document findings; photograph hardware as needed.
• Interact with team members and SMEs to investigate problems and propose solutions.
• Work with schematics and cut sheets to repair and document systems.
• Provide ships force with training to ensure system readiness and proper operation.
• Participate in meetings and track the status of assigned work.

Job description

The GBS Group is seeking an Electrical Technician for shipboard machinery control systems (MCS) on US naval platforms. Based in Philadelphia, you will troubleshoot electrical and network control systems, test components in lab environments, and support system repairs using Navy schematics and cut sheets.

The role requires 5+ years in related fields, ability to travel 10%, and eligibility for a Secret level clearance.