Naval Shipboard Mechanical Assembler with Secret Clearance

Serco; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

Serco is seeking Experienced Mechanical Assemblers to support a Navy project in Newport News, VA. You will fabricate and assemble electromechanical and electronic assemblies on ships and naval installations, following blueprints and diagrams.

The role requires at least 5 years of hands-on assembly experience, the ability to obtain a secret clearance, and a strong commitment to safety. Work may involve shifts and site access to shipyards, with travel up to 10% as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a secret clearance.
• The ability to obtain and gain access to shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS), undergo a background investigation, and pass a drug screening.
• The ability to obtain an OSHA certification.
• The ability to be respirator qualified and wear proper PPE throughout the work shift.
• 5 years of Shipboard Experience.
• 5 years of combined experience in: read drawings (Beginner); drill holes, cut metal, shoot studs & use torque wrench (without supervision); assist with HAZMAT control & safety; bolts/unbolts cableways, deck plates & equipment; drill holes (with supervision); operate light machinery/equipment; position, join, align, wrap & seal pipe & conduit sections; follow directions from senior employees; carry equipment & clean spaces; remove lagging & paint.
• Demonstrated ability to work with blueprints, assembly drawings and sketches to complete a wide variety of assembly and subassembly tasks.
• Experience in fabrication and precision assembly of mechanical assemblies.
• Ability to work a second or third shift as needed and be willing to work more than 40 hours per week.
• Ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs/ladders, kneel for cable runs under false decking, lift up to 50 pounds with 80% of work requiring carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 40 pounds, while standing, crouching, or walking.
• Attention to safety.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% to various work sites.
• An active DoD Secret Clearance.
• An OSHA Certification.

Responsibilities

• Follow blueprints, guidelines, and/or diagrams to fabricate and assemble various electromechanical and electronic assemblies.
• Keep equipment operational by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, and reporting malfunctions.
• Perform work with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field.
• Plan and accomplish goals relying on limited experience and judgment.
• Work on-board U.S. Naval Ships and military installations in environments that may be uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, and temperature variation.
• Operate equipment where carelessness could result in injuries or death.

Job description

Serco is seeking Experienced Mechanical Assemblers to support a Navy project in Newport News, VA. You will fabricate and assemble electromechanical and electronic assemblies on ships and naval installations, following blueprints and diagrams.

The role requires at least 5 years of hands-on assembly experience, the ability to obtain a secret clearance, and a strong commitment to safety. Work may involve shifts and site access to shipyards, with travel up to 10% as needed.