Navy Electrical Specialist - Norfolk VA

VetJobs; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis is seeking a Navy Electrical Specialist to join CNAL at Norfolk, VA. The role involves hands-on troubleshooting, maintenance, and on-the-job training of shipboard electrical systems, with focus on galley, scullery, and laundry equipment.

It is a hands-on position requiring active SECRET clearance and naval background. The role supports combat readiness and quality of life on CVN-class carriers, working with Fleet Maintenance, Systems Engineering, and QA/QC teams.

Qualifications

• Hands-on electrical maintenance experience, preferably Navy/DoD.
• Experience leading or supervising a team.
• Strong ability to troubleshoot shipboard electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair galley, scullery, and laundry equipment at component level.
• Provide on-the-job training and coaching to ship's force Sailors.
• Deliver electrical guidance and maintenance support for 60 Hz hotel services and equipment.
• Interpret NAVSEA diagrams and NAVSEA standards for troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with Fleet Maintenance and QA/QC teams to support readiness.
• Document actions and comply with JFMM and NAVSEA standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Team leadership

Mentoring or training

Hands-on maintenance

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree

Tools

NAVSEA documentation

JFMM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. This role is "On-Site" unless specifically stated otherwise.

Navy Electrical Specialist

Posted Salary Range: $53,280.00 - USD $83,320.00 /Yr.

Responsibilities

CVN Electrical Specialist - Galley & Auxiliary Systems

CEMAT | Commander Naval Air Forces Atlantic (CNAL) | Norfolk, VA

The CVN Electrical Specialist will serve on the Carrier Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (CEMAT), providing hands‑on electrical troubleshooting, maintenance support, and on-the-job training to ship's force personnel aboard CVN-class aircraft carriers. This role focuses primarily on galley, scullery, and laundry equipment, working at the component level to diagnose and repair systems that directly support crew quality of life and operational readiness. This is a hands‑on, deck‑plates position, not a desk job. You'll be the go‑to expert helping Sailors keep critical quality‑of‑life equipment running

What You'll Do

• Troubleshoot and repair shipboard galley and scullery equipment (commercial dishwashers, garbage disposals, steam kettles, ovens, mixers) and laundry systems at the component level: motors, contactors, relays, heating elements, timers, and control boards.
• Provide over‑the‑shoulder coaching and OJT to ship's force Sailors, building their ability to independently maintain and troubleshoot auxiliary electrical equipment.
• Deliver engineering guidance and maintenance support for 60 Hz electrical systems powering hotel services and auxiliary equipment.
• Interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and NAVSEA documentation to support troubleshooting and repair efforts.
• Collaborate with Fleet Maintenance, Systems Engineering, and QA/QC teams to support equipment readiness and sustainment.
• Document maintenance actions and support compliance with JFMM and NAVSEA Standard Items.

Ideal Navy Backgrounds

We strongly encourage applications from veterans with the following ratings:

• Electrician's Mate (EM) - especially with A-Gang / Auxiliaries or hotel services experience
• Interior Communications Electrician (IC)
• Gas Turbine Systems Technician - Electrical (GSE)
• Or equivalent experience maintaining shipboard galley, scullery, laundry, or auxiliary electric equipment.

Auto req ID

486898BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Preferred Education

Bachelors

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree + 6 years of experience
• OR High School diploma + 8 years of experience (Quantified, specialized skills such as trade qualifications, manufacturer certifications of training for shipboard related systems, equipment and components may be substituted for up to two (2) years of technician experience for each major qualification or specialized trade skill).
• Experience should be hands‑on electrical maintenance experience, preferably in a Navy or DoD environment. Should also have experience in a team leader or supervisor role.
• Shipboard Background: Prior U.S. Naval service with direct E-Division or Auxiliaries Division experience (preferably aboard CVN-class carriers or surface combatants).
• Clearance: Active SECRET clearance required
• Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required
• Physical: Ability to lift 50 lbs and work in shipboard/industrial environments (ladders, confined spaces, elevated temperatures)

Desired Qualifications

• NEC certifications in electrical systems/equipment
• Familiarity with NAVSEA Standard Items, JFMM, and Navy maintenance planning systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience mentoring or training junior personnel

City*

Norfolk

State*

Virginia

Job_Category

Electrician

Job Code

Electrician Electrician

Affiliate Sponsor

Noblis

Salary Range

$45,000-$60,000