Shipboard IC Engineering Technician II

Akima; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Vacation, holiday and sick leave per D

Job summary

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE) seeks an Electronics Technician II to support the Navy IC removal and installation on the USS Harry S. Truman at Newport News Shipbuilding.

Work on-site with limited supervision, performing tagging, cable identification, removals, installation, and basic troubleshooting of IC systems. This role may lead small tasks or mentor Technician I staff, requires US citizenship and ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance, and a commitment to shipyard safety, documentation,

Qualifications

• Clearance and access requirements: US citizen able to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Must have shipyard access or ability to obtain before start.
• Experience with shipboard electronics, IC systems, or C4I installation/removal.
• Willingness to work on-site daily at the shipyard.
• Ability to read installation drawings and technical documentation.
• Ability to use hand and power tools and perform basic troubleshooting.

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/removal

Reading installation drawings

Troubleshooting basics

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 ID2026-26508
Work TypeOn-Site
Pay Range$22.70 per hour
Health & Welfare$5.09 per hour
BenefitsSCA - 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 MattersAkima 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.