Tech Subject Matter Expert

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class medical, dental and视觉

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee discounts

Job summary

Join Mission Technologies’ Global Security group in San Diego as an experienced Auxiliaries systems/equipment mechanic aboard CVNs. You will be the subject matter expert for Galley and Refrigeration equipment, performing comprehensive evaluations, repairs, and ensuring accurate logistics records.

This full-time role requires installing and testing systems, training ship personnel, and coordinating with customer teams.

Qualifications

• High School education or Trade School with 8 years related experience.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated.
• Experience generating Technical Work Documents (MP and FWP).
• Experience assessing, troubleshooting and repairing shipboard auxiliary equipment (Galley, sculleries, Laundry, Water heaters, HPAC, refrigerations).
• Experience conducting pump alignments.
• Experience developing work packages for Automated Work Requests (AWRs).
• EPA Refrigerant Technician Certification (Universal).
• Active DoD SECRET security clearance and US passport required.

Responsibilities

• Be SME in technical specialty for assigned systems on CVNs.
• Conduct material condition assessments, troubleshoot and repair equipment.
• Train Ships Force on assessment techniques and use of technical docs.
• Validate installed equipment for APL accuracy and maintain records.
• May work with customer reps and deploy for projects.
• Oversee scheduling and assignment of multiple jobs.
• Install, operate, maintain, repair and modify equipment.
• Provide on-site training and support to customer personnel.

Skills

Galley equipment

Refrigeration equipment

Pump alignments

AWRs

AC&R

Technical Work Documents

Education

High School or Trade School

Tools

MP and FWP documentation

Job description

Requisition Number: 29709

Required Travel: 26 - 50%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $67,687.00 - $86,829.60

Security Clearance: Secret

Level of Experience: Mid

This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.

As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.

For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.

HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.

Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies

Role

Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:

• Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
• Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
• Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
• Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
• Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
• Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.

Summary

Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! This position is for an experienced Auxiliaries systems / equipment mechanic for the COMNAVAIRPAC Carrier Engineering Maintenance Assist Team (CEMAT). The experienced mechanic will be the subject matter expert for Galley and Refrigeration equipment and perform comprehensive equipment evaluations and repairs aboard CVNs, train ship personnel in proper assessment methods and technical documentation use, and verify installed systems to ensure accurate logistics records. This is a full-time position, located in San Diego, CA.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Considered subject matter expert in technical specialty.
• Conducting material condition assessments, troubleshooting and repairs on various equipment throughout the ship.
• Train Ships Force on proper assessment techniques.
• Train Ships Force on using technical documentation such as drawings and technical manuals.
• Validate equipment installed on CVNs to verify APL accuracy.
• May work directly with customer or customer representatives, attend meetings and deploy for special projects.
• Ability to manage, oversee, schedule and assign tasks to one or more multiple jobs.
• Installs, operates, maintains, repairs and modifies equipment.
• Performs a variety of maintenance and technical support on products such as equipment, integrated systems and subsystems, and software at customer and/or field locations.
• Analyzes and evaluates products and related performance.
• Maintains effective customer communications and relations. May provide onsite training of customer support personnel.

What You Must Have

• High School education, or Trade School or equivalent, and 8 years of related experience, to include specific systems expertise.
• Must provide own hand tools as designated per trades specialty.
• Experience generating Technical Work Documents (MP and FWP).
• Experience assessing, troubleshooting and repairing shipboard auxiliary equipment to include: Galley and sculleries, ship’s Laundry, Water heaters, Pump alignment, HPAC compressors, waste pollution Equipment and refrigeration plants onboard CVNs.
• Experience conducting pump alignments.
• Experience developing and executing work packages in support of government screened Automated Work Requests (AWRs).
• Experience identifying equipment deficiencies affecting AC&R, thaw and chill boxes.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Have an EPA Refrigerant Tech Certification (Universal).
• Must have an active DoD SECRET level security clearance.
• Must have a current US passport.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain base/ship access.

Bonus Points For

• Prior US Navy Active‑Duty experience with at least one tour onboard a CVN.
• Knowledge of the CEMAT organization.
• Experience working onboard CNAP aircraft carriers stateside and in Japan.
• Experience working side‑by‑side with Ships Force training sailors on proper system / equipment assessment, troubleshooting and repair techniques.
• Qualified as a Quality Control Inspector (QCI).

Physical Requirements

Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards,under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.

Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division

Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers.

HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future.

Benefits

• best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
• wellness resources
• employee assistance programs
• Savings Plan Options (401(k))
• financial planning tools, life insurance
• employee discounts
• paid holidays and paid time off
• tuition reimbursement
• early childhood and post‑secondary education scholarships

Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

Why HII

We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Do You Need Assistance?

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