PLC Waterfront Systems Technician - 00213

Life Cycle Engineering; Pascagoula (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

HSA / FSA

Job summary

Life Cycle Engineering seeks a Systems Technician to support the U.S. Navy by designing, installing, testing, and troubleshooting control, navigation, and network systems on Navy ships, interfacing with Navy civilian engineers, program managers, logisticians, and equipment manufacturers.

You will perform on-site and remote troubleshooting, develop test procedures, read schematics, and collaborate with OEMs to prepare equipment for installation and testing. Travel up to 25% may be required; U.S.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years related experience.
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical circuits.
• Experienced in comprehensive systems troubleshooting.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring connection lists, and related documents.
• Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Modicon, etc.).
• May require ~25% travel.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, test, and troubleshoot Navy ship systems.
• Conduct software and hardware integration testing.
• Develop and implement test procedures.
• Emphasize remote support and on-site assistance for Navy ships.
• Collaborate with Navy Engineers, OEMs, and vendors to prepare equipment for installation, testing, and troubleshooting.

Job description

Join Life Cycle Engineering. Lead with purpose. Own the outcome. Do the right thing the right way. Why Choose LCE? Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build financial stake in your work. Our 100% employee-owned model directly connects your contributions to company performance and long-term wealth creation. Award-Winning Culture: Join an organization repeatedly recognized as a \"Best Place to Work\" driven by integrity, mutual respect, and a supportive team environment. Impactful Mission: Support defense operations, waterfront engineering, cyber infrastructure, and asset reliability programs that keep fleets and operations mission ready.

Join Life Cycle Engineering. Lead with purpose. Own the outcome. Do the right thing the right way. Why Choose LCE? Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build financial stake in your work. Our 100% employee-owned model directly connects your contributions to company performance and long-term wealth creation. Award-Winning Culture: Join an organization repeatedly recognized as a \"Best Place to Work\" driven by integrity, mutual respect, and a supportive team environment. Impactful Mission: Support defense operations, waterfront engineering, cyber infrastructure, and asset reliability programs that keep fleets and operations mission ready.

Opportunity Summary

As a Systems Technician, you will support the U.S. Navy in designing, developing, installing, testing, and troubleshooting control, navigation, and network systems on Navy ships. The selected candidates will interface with Navy civilian Engineers, Program Managers, Logisticians, and equipment manufacturers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for system installation, testing, and troubleshooting support.


• Conduct software and hardware integration testing.


• Develop and implement test procedures.


• Emphasize remote support and troubleshooting as well as on-site assistance for Navy ships.


• Collaborate with Navy Engineers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and vendors to prepare equipment for installation, testing, and troubleshooting.

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship


• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance

Required Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years related experience


• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical circuits using appropriate tools


• Experienced in comprehensive systems troubleshooting


• Ability to read schematics, wiring connection lists, and related documents


• Experience with PLCs (Siemens, Allen Bradley, Modicon, etc.)


• May require ~25% travel

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior military service related to IBS/INBS


• Knowledge of software development process


• QA experience such as identifying excessive cable bend radius and ensuring proper installation of equipment,


• Computer and/or electronics experience with A+ or Security+ certification

Physical Expectations

Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, and standing; frequent periods of prolonged sitting may be required. Maneuvering around tight spaces in a confined environment. Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance. Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined position. Other responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should be addressed to the hiring authority or to Human Resources.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options


• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Plan, & Lifestyle Spending Account


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave


• Flexible schedules, casual work environment, and relaxed dress code


• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels


• Free access to online training library including certification preparation


• Bonus program, employee referral program, monetary recognition opportunities, and more...

Benefits may vary based on employment status, business unit, and location.

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance


• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options


• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Plan, & Lifestyle Spending Account


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave


• Flexible schedules, casual work environment, and relaxed dress code


• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels


• Free access to online training library including certification preparation


• Bonus program, employee referral program, monetary recognition opportunities, and more...

Benefits may vary based on employment status, business unit, and location.

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

• 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on ... reli