Naval Ship Mechanical/Structural Technician Field Drawings

Phoenix Group of Virginia; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental & vision

Disability insurance

401(k) plans

Professional development $2,500/yr

Paid time off

9 holidays

Job summary

The Phoenix Group of Virginia seeks a Mechanical/Structural Engineering Technician to support NAVSEA 05V Ship Design Manager and PMS 312D APM during RCOH efforts.

You will assist with drawing reviews, field data collection, and coordination with CCTs and AITs, ensuring compliance with Navy standards in shipboard and office environments. This role requires hands-on Navy ship experience and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in mechanical, structural, or marine engineering technology or related technical field.
• Equivalent military or shipyard training with 5+ years of relevant hands‑on experience may be considered.
• 5-8 years of experience supporting engineering, ship repair, or design activities related to Navy ships (aircraft carriers preferred).
• Familiarity with Navy maintenance and modernization processes is highly desirable.
• Experience supporting structural or mechanical system installations, modifications, or repairs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the review of ship drawings and technical documentation for mechanical and structural systems.
• Support design and field engineering efforts for aircraft carrier maintenance and modernization.
• Document and communicate recommended changes and discrepancies to senior engineers and program staff.
• Coordinate with CCTs and AITs on installation and alteration work.
• Conduct shipboard inspections and collect field data to support engineering decisions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Navy design standards, technical manuals, and specifications.
• Assist in preparing technical reports, briefings, and documentation packages.
• Maintain proper handling of DoD Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Skills

Navy docs

MS Office

CAD tools

Reading drawings

Education

Associate degree in mechanical/structural/marine engineering tech

Equivalent military/shipyard training

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

The Phoenix Group of Virginia seeks a Mechanical/Structural Engineering Technician to support NAVSEA 05V Ship Design Manager and PMS 312D APM during RCOH efforts.

You will assist with drawing reviews, field data collection, and coordination with CCTs and AITs, ensuring compliance with Navy standards in shipboard and office environments. This role requires hands-on Navy ship experience and strong attention to detail.