Shipboard IC Engineering Technician II

Akima; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) seeks an Electronics Technician II to support the IC removal and installation on the USS Harry S. Truman at Newport News Shipbuilding. The role requires on-site work and DoD clearance.

You will perform tagging, cable identification, installations, basic troubleshooting, and may mentor junior technicians. The position emphasizes adherence to safety, shipyard processes, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience with shipboard electronics or IC systems.
• Ability to read installation drawings and technical documentation.
• Willingness to work on-site daily at the shipyard.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and perform basic troubleshooting.
• US citizen and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform ship check, tagging, cable identification, and removal of IC systems with limited supervision.
• Install, terminate, and support integration of IC systems during the install phase.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and support system checks.
• Lead small work packages or mentor Technician I personnel as directed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and report status to the Deckplate Lead.
• Follow shipyard processes, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with other trades and support warehouse turn-in of removed equipment.

Skills

Shipboard electronics

IC systems

C4I installation

Hand and power tools

Troubleshooting

Reading drawings

Tools

Sound-powered phones

Announcing systems

SATCC

HYDRA

Video systems

Job description

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) is seeking an Electronics Technician II to support the Interior Communications (IC) removal and installation effort on the USS Harry S. Truman (CVN-75) RCOH at Newport News Shipbuilding.

The Technician II works with greater independence, performing tagging, cable identification, removals, installation, and basic troubleshooting of IC systems. May lead small tasks or mentor Technician I personnel under the Deckplate Lead.

Responsibilities

• Perform ship check, tagging, cable identification, and removal of IC systems with limited supervision.
• Install, terminate, and support integration of IC systems during the install phase.
• Conduct basic troubleshooting and support system checks.
• Lead small work packages or mentor Technician I personnel as directed.
• Maintain accurate documentation and report status to the Deckplate Lead.
• Follow shipyard processes, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with other trades and support warehouse turn-in of removed equipment.

Qualifications

Clearance and Access Requirements

• Candidate must be a US citizen and able to be processed for a DoD Secret clearance once onboarded, if a clearance is needed.
• Candidate must have current shipyard access to various shipyards including Newport News (or ability to obtain prior to start).

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with shipboard electronics, IC systems, or C4I installation/removal.
• Willingness to work on-site at the shipyard daily for the duration of the effort.
• Ability to read installation drawings and technical documentation.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and perform basic troubleshooting.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily onboard a Navy aircraft carrier in an active shipyard environment.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and move about the ship throughout the workday.
• May involve extended periods of standing, walking, and working in industrial conditions (noise, temperature variation, shipyard traffic).
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment (hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, etc.).
• Lift 50-75 lbs unassisted; heavier items with team lift or mechanical assist.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience on Navy carrier or surface ship availabilities or an RCOH.
• Navy veteran with ET, IC, or FC rating.
• Current or recent HII-NNS badging.
• Experience with sound-powered phones, announcing systems, SATCC, HYDRA, video systems, or similar IC systems.
• Experience leading small teams or junior technicians.

Any clearance requirements for this position are established by the government contract.

Job ID

2026-26508

Work Type

On-Site

Pay Range

$22.70 per hour

Health & Welfare

$5.09 per hour

Benefits

SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.