Naval Shipboard PLC Controls Technician

The GBS Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 49,593 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

11 holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

Voluntary Life insurance

Voluntary Accident/ Critical Illness

Job summary

The GBS Group seeks a skilled PLC Control Systems Technician to design, troubleshoot, and support PLC-based control systems aboard U.S. Navy ships. You will work with designers and engineers on complex naval platforms, including prototype execution and training of ship personnel.

Responsibilities include system development, diagnostics, and documentation, with frequent travel for installations and upgrades. Security clearance may be required for duties in maritime and defense projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: high school or trade school.
• Two years of professional experience with PLC control systems and instrumentation.
• Knowledge of Rockwell/Allen Bradley equipment preferred.
• Two years reading and modifying electrical schematics.
• Two years using test equipment and diagnostic tools for PLC hardware/software.
• Knowledge of Linux systems a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop or modify PLC control systems and instrumentation for U.S. Navy ships.
• Troubleshoot/repair PLC-based control systems, including electrical/mechanical interfaces.
• Onboard shipside troubleshooting and training for crew.
• Review legacy systems to propose upgrades and improvements.
• Design control and sensor circuitry for PLC systems.
• Use diagnostics tools to test and validate systems.
• Develop electrical/mechanical designs and drawings to document systems.
• Prepare technical documentation and equipment lists.
• Travel up to 30% CONUS/overseas for installs, upgrades, and support.
• Collaborate with planning yards, shipyards, installation teams, and ship forces.

Skills

PLC control systems

Rockwell/Allen Bradley

Electrical schematics

Diagnostic tools

Linux systems

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma or trade school

Navy / military experience a plus

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

The GBS Group seeks a skilled PLC Control Systems Technician to design, troubleshoot, and support PLC-based control systems aboard U.S. Navy ships. You will work with designers and engineers on complex naval platforms, including prototype execution and training of ship personnel.

Responsibilities include system development, diagnostics, and documentation, with frequent travel for installations and upgrades. Security clearance may be required for duties in maritime and defense projects.