Waterfront Engineering Technician V (Corrosion)

American Systems; Maine; On-site; USD 53,726 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Technician (Corrosion) Level V in Bath, ME to support on-site HM&E engineering for DDG 51 Flight III ships. You will contribute to ensuring delivery and readiness of advanced maritime capabilities.

The role emphasizes corrosion control, inspections, and compliance with applicable regulations, with opportunities to lead technical reviews and logistics support throughout life-cycle activities.

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 regulations of the Clean Air Act, NESHAP, EPA, OSHA, ASTM 718F, and the Material Data Safety Sheet with regards to 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.

Responsibilities

• 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).
• Assist in crew familiarization processes including preparation for AEGIS Light Off, Main Engine Light Off, Ship Trials, CMA, DCMA, LOA, and certification phases.
• Integrated Logistics Support: Provide technical reviews of System and Equipment ILS elements as directed by NSWCPD.
• Support full life-cycle activities for DDG 51 Class ships, focusing on Flight III specific systems.
• Additional Duties: Experience with shipboard corrosion control is highly valued, especially performing corrosion control inspections and/or holding AMPP CIP inspector certification.

Skills

Corrosion control

Hull inspections

Documentation updates

Education

High school diploma with algebra/geometry/trigonometry/physics

Tools

EOSS

PMS

ILS reviews

Job description

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking an experienced Senior Engineering Technician (Corrosion) Level V in Bath, ME. 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 a Senior Engineering Technician Level V, you will:

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.
• Additional Duties: Experience with shipboard corrosion control is highly valued, especially performing corrosion control inspections and/or holding AMPP CIP inspector certification.

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 Data Safety 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 attendance at Surface Ship Availabilities.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and support the U.S. Navy’s mission to deliver advanced maritime capability for future generations.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $39.90/Hr. - USD $45/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.

EEO Statement

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