Battery Repair Technician

Requisition Number: 27206
Required Travel: 0 - 10%

Employment Type:

Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $57,712.00 - $82,446.00
Security Clearance:
Ability to Obtain
Level of

Experience:

Mid

This opportunity resides with Uncrewed Systems (UxS), a business group within HII’s Mission Technologies division.

Uncrewed Systems comprises unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) and autonomy software.

HII creates advanced unmanned solutions for defense, marine research and commercial applications. Serving customers in more than 30 countries, HII provides design, autonomy, manufacturing, testing, operations and sustainment of unmanned systems, including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs) and unmanned surface vessels (USVs).

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 C5

ISR, 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.

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HII Unmanned Systems is seeking an experienced Technician to come join our team! As our new Technician you will manufacture and test various levels of electromechanical assemblies aligning to autonomous vehicles and auxiliary equipment per drawing specifications.

• Perform integration, assembly, and test of new systems vehicles and auxiliary equipment from work instructions and assembly drawings
• Perform advanced diagnostics and root‑cause analysis on lithium‑ion battery packs, modules, cells, and related power electronics.
• Troubleshoot, configure, and validate Battery Management Systems (BMS), controller boards, firmware, and communication interfaces
• Commission new battery systems and support system integration with inverters, chargers, and energy management systems.
• Safely perform high and low‑voltage testing, verification, and isolation in accordance with company and regulatory safety standards.
• Aid in the development and execute test plans, validation procedures, and functional checks for battery systems and controllers.
• Lead complex repairs and failure investigations, including thermal, electrical, and mechanical issues.
• Provide technical mentorship and training to Level I and Level II technicians.
• Create and maintain documentation including troubleshooting guides, wiring diagrams, and service reports.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve system reliability, uptime, and safety.
• Collaborate with engineering on design feedback, field issues, and product improvements.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Performs a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, and/or optical areas. Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, diagnoses, and maintains equipment, components, devices, or systems. Works from schematics, engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions. Operates related equipment; conducts tests and reports data in prescribed format. Performs calibration and alignment checks; makes adjustments, modifications, and replacements as directed; prepares prescribed compounds and solutions.

Exclude technicians working in production or quality assurance.

• Associates Degree or other 2 year technical degree in related discipline and 3 years of related experience; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 5 years related experience.
• Experience with lithium‑ion battery systems or energy storage systems.
• Strong experience working with Battery Management Systems (BMS) and…