Waterfront Corrosion Technician V

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Insurance programs

Education and training assistance

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS in San Diego, CA is seeking an experienced Waterfront Corrosion Technician V with AMPP CIP Certification to support Hull, Mechanical & Electrical engineering and on-site ship systems for DDG 51 Flight III class ships.

This role focuses on providing technical support, coordinating crew familiarization, and reviewing ILS elements to ensure compliance and operational readiness throughout the ship's lifecycle.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent with algebra, geometry, trig, and physics.
• 5 years of corrosion prevention experience on Navy ships.
• 5 years applying Clean Air Act, NESHAP, EPA, OSHA, ASTM 718F and VOC MSDS regulations.
• AMPP CIP inspector certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for spare parts, installations, testing and maintenance of ship systems.
• Deliver updates to technical manuals and PMS documentation.
• Coordinate crew familiarization and certifications for ship trials and CMA.
• Review ILS elements and support life-cycle activities for DDG 51 Flight III ships.

Skills

Corrosion control

Navy ships experience

Regulatory compliance

Technical documentation

AMPP CIP cert

Education

HS diploma with math/physics

Job description

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Waterfront Corrosion Technician V with AMPP CIP Certification in San Diego, CA. Join our team supporting on‑site Hull, Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) engineering and technical services for DDG 51 Class Flight III new construction ships. This position is integral to ensuring the successful delivery and operational readiness of the next generation of Surface Combatants.

Responsibilities

As an Waterfront Corrosion Technician V, you will provide:

• Technical Support:
  • Research technical requirements, availability, and alternatives for spare parts and assemblies for ship systems and equipment; provide actionable information to end users.
  • Deliver updates and revisions to technical documentation concerning installation, testing, operation, and maintenance of ship systems and equipment.
  • Support updates related to Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS), Technical Manuals, and Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
• Crew Coordination:
  • Assist in crew familiarization processes including, but not limited to: preparation for AEGIS Light Off (ALO), Main Engine Light Off (MELO), Ship Trials, Counterpart Services, Crew Move Aboard (CMA), Damage Control Material Assessment (DCMA), Light Off Assessment (LOA), and Crew Certification Phases 1 and 2.
• Integrated Logistics Support:
  • Provide technical reviews of System and Equipment Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) elements as directed by NSWCPD.
• Lifecycle Services:
  • Support full life-cycle activities for DDG 51 Class ships, focusing on Flight III specific systems.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a high school, trade, industrial, or correspondence school with credits in algebra, plane geometry, trigonometry, and physics.
• Five (5) years of experience in the prevention and control of corrosion and in hull, topside, interior, and deck surface coating systems with Navy ships.
• Five (5) years of experience with the application of the regulations of the Clean Air Act, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP), EPA, OSHA, ASTM 718F, and the Material DataSafety Sheet with regards to Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) compliance.
• Five (5) years of experience conducting surveys of underwater hull, topside, interior, and decks to determine the effectiveness of specific corrosion control systems such as attendanceat Surface Ship Availabilities.
• AMPP CIP inspector certification

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $37.00/Hr. - USD $40/Hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law.

AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

• healthcare benefits
• paid leave
• retirement plans
• insurance programs
• education and training assistance

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status