Ship Systems Test and Activation Engineer, Senior-Level

Reliability & Performance Technologies ( R&P ); Gautier (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance contributions

401(k) matching

Job summary

Reliability & Performance Technologies (R&P) in Gautier, Mississippi is seeking an experienced senior ship systems test and activation engineer. This role involves end-to-end inspection and testing of ship systems and requires substantial experience in troubleshooting and activation within the maritime domain.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in technical documentation, along with excellent problem-solving abilities and physical fitness. R&P offers competitive compensation and seeks candidates comfortable in a demanding shipyard environment.

Qualifications

• 15 years of relevant work experience.
• Must have a valid secret DoD security clearance or the ability to qualify.
• Prior service in the U.S. Navy or U.S. Merchant Marines is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end ship system inspection and test.
• Plan tests to evaluate equipment performance and analyze results.
• Provide technical assistance in collaboration with engineers.

Skills

Ship system operations

Troubleshooting

Technical documentation skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

R&P is looking for an experienced senior ship systems test and activation engineer who wants to join our team. We are a small‑sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to government and commercial maritime clients. We need a ship system operator with system operation, grooming, troubleshooting, and test experience ready to join a fast‑paced and exciting work environment in shipbuilding and modernization. This job is ideal for U.S. Navy veterans and U.S. Merchant Mariners (credentialed) QMEDs. Candidates must be comfortable with and confident in their abilities to trace, inspect, align, and operate ship systems in a demanding shipyard environment.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Perform complete end‑to‑end ship system inspection, grooming, activation, and test of assigned systems.
• Provide activation, operations, testing, troubleshooting, and OEM suggested maintenance, support for hull, mechanical, electrical, mission, C5I and/or weapon system components and equipment.
• Plan or assist in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance; determine test requirements, equipment modification, and test procedures; conduct tests and analyze and evaluate test results; and prepare reports on findings and recommendations.
• Conduct research to provide drawings, technical manual information, design specifications, and engineering technical recommendations for corrective actions.
• Provide technical assistance and support on technical problems in collaboration with engineers, test engineers and field engineers working test for mechanical, electrical, or weapon system components or equipment.
• Train and mentor mid‑level and junior‑level test and activation engineers.
• Excellent skills in ship system operations, servicing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Ship system grooming, test, and activation experience is highly preferred.
• Must have the ability to read, understand and follow technical documentation such as work item requirements, drawings, technical manuals, test plans, and test procedures.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem‑solving ability.
• Excellent physical condition with the ability to lift 50 pounds on your own.
• Willingness to travel to various locations in support of ship test, activation, and sea trials.
• Excellent communication, organizational, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Prior service in the U.S. Navy or U.S. Merchant Marines is highly preferred.
• Must be proficient in full suite of Microsoft Office products and tools.
• Valid secret DoD security clearance, or the ability to qualify and maintain one.
• High School diploma or GED plus at least 15 years of relevant work experience.

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non‑salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.