VCS Monitoring Systems Lead Technician - Engineering Technician 4 (22351)

HII; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Monitoring Systems Lead, where your expertise in electronics and US Naval experience will play a crucial role in enhancing the operational readiness of Virginia Class Submarines. This dynamic position involves providing technical support, conducting tests, and ensuring the seamless operation of critical systems. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, this role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to national defense while working alongside a talented team. If you are passionate about technology and dedicated to mission success, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Best-in-class medical, dental, and vision plans

Wellness resources

Employee assistance programs

401(k) Savings Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and time off

Qualifications

• 6 years related experience or 8 years with a High School Diploma.
• Prior US Naval experience on Virginia Class Submarines.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to engineers on various tasks.
• Produce engineering documentation and perform analyses.

Skills

Technical Support

Data Analysis

Engineering Documentation

Mathematical Calculations

Education

Associates Degree in related discipline

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Personal Computer

Engineering Software

Job description

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Base pay range

$64,337.00/yr - $77,272.00/yr

Requisition Number: 22351

Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt

Anticipated Salary Range: $64,337.00 - $77,272.00

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.

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. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that's right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.

To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072

Job Description

HII Mission Technologies Newport News Direct Support Division is seeking candidates to join The Non-Propulsion Electronics Systems Virginia Class Submarine (VCS) Team at Newport News Shipbuilding as a Monitoring Systems Lead. This is a demanding position requiring in-depth technical knowledge, a solid grasp of the requirements of, and extensive Commercial-Off-The-Shelf electronics used on Virginia Class Submarines. The desired candidate should have prior US Naval experience on Virginia Class Submarines in the area of electronics operation and maintenance. This position is in Newport News Shipbuilding in Newport News Virginia and is not a remote position.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates Degree or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 6 years related experience or High School Diploma or equivalent and 8 years related experience.
• Prior US Naval experience on Virginia Class Submarines
• Active Secret Security Clearance
  
  

Preferred Requirements

The lead should be able to effectively communicate with internal and external customers including SUPSHIP, SPAWARS Atlantic, CWITT, and EB and coordinate with many different organizations to safely and successfully accomplish testing on VCS. The VCS Monitoring Systems Lead is responsible to lead the team to conduct testing, maintenance, and operation of the Total Ships Monitoring System (TSMS) and CKT D System. The lead should perform the required system software/hardware testing to ensure proper operation in accordance with the Test Requirement Standards. The lead grooms, troubleshoots, and tests for proper operation of the interfacing systems (i.e. SONAR, COMBAT, etc) and ensures that all systems function properly as designed and in accordance with the required test procedures. The lead generates Preliminary Problem Reports when discrepancies are found in equipment operation of the TSMS and CKT D systems and assists in the problem resolution phases. The lead is responsible for the successful completion of TSMS and CKT D Subsystem Operability and C3I system (96 Hour) Operability testing. The VCS TSMS and CKT D lead will provide a single, consolidated, cost effective and non-redundant approach to the testing and evaluation of these systems.

Physical Requirements

Job performance requires adequate visual acuity and manual dexterity for meeting the requirements of the job. A waterfront office work environment is normally encountered.

HII is more than a job - it's an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as 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; as well as 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.

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.

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.

Today's challenges are bigger than ever, and the nation needs the best of us. It's why we're focused on hiring, developing and nurturing our employees. We believe that an environment that fosters employee engagement among our workforce strengthens the organization, stimulates creativity, promotes the exchange of ideas and enriches the work lives of our employees.

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?

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.

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