Submarine Systems Technical Specialist

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Full Time Professional Middletown, RI, US

2 days ago Requisition

MIKEL invests in people and technology – empowering the creative process, building responsive relationships, and propelling innovative solutions from conception to completion for the U.S. Navy. MIKEL is a small woman owned business that has been providing Undersea Warfare Solutions to the Department of Defense since the company’s inception in 1999.

Be a part of our dynamic team whose solutions and services enable the Navy to solve their toughest problems and meet their mission requirements. We have undersea operations experience, combined with engineering and specific subject matter expertise, that provides an in-depth understanding of the problem and a novel, innovative and cost-effective solution. MIKEL is committed to providing an environment that challenges its employees to use and advance their skills and knowledge to provide solutions that exceed customer expectations.

Position:
Submarine Systems Technical Specialist – NUWC Support

Perfect for Sailors Transitioning Out of the Navy (6–12 Years Experience)

Are you separating from the Navy and looking for a career where your submarine experience directly matters? Join our team supporting the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC)—where your fleet knowledge, watch standing experience, and hands‑on technical skills help shape the next generation of undersea warfare systems.

We value the experience you already have. If you were qualified in submarines and served as an FT, NAVET, STS, ANAV, or IT, you are a strong fit for this role.

• Your existing technical qualifications directly translate to the work.
• No need to “start over”—your submarine experience is your strongest asset.
• Work alongside former sailors, engineers, and NUWC personnel who understand your background.
• Continue contributing to the fleet without the deployment tempo.
• Opportunities for growth into engineering, test support, cybersecurity, and systems integration.

As a Submarine Systems Technical Specialist, you will help NUWC engineers and fleet customers by providing real‑world expertise in:

• System testing, troubleshooting, and equipment evaluations
• Supporting modernization and installation activities
• Assisting with fleet introduction and new system rollouts
• Running checks, collecting data, and verifying system functionality
• Providing fleet‑perspective feedback to engineering teams
• Supporting pier‑side and at‑sea test events (short‑duration, no deployments)

• Qualified in Submarines (SS)
• 6–12 years of Navy service in one of the following ratings:
• Strong troubleshooting, maintenance, and system operation skills
• Familiarity with shipboard systems, PMS, and technical procedures
• U.S. Citizen with the ability to maintain a security clearance

Your experience with Combat Control Systems, fire control interfaces, and tactical computing allows you to directly support NUWC testing and development for weapons and control systems.

Your background with inertial navigation, VMS, logs, radars, and navigation sensors is essential for supporting NUWC navigation system evaluations and upgrades.

Your sonar operations, acoustic analysis, and sensor maintenance experience make you a key contributor to sonar system testing and undersea warfare development.

Your charting, navigation planning, and safety experience is invaluable for validating navigation procedures, documentation, and integration of navigation products.

Your network administration, cybersecurity awareness, and experience managing submarine LANs and comms systems supports NUWC’s tactical networks and secure comms work.

• Experience working with NAVSEA, NUWC, NIWC, IWS, or shipyards
• Security+, Network+, or other DoD 8570 certifications (especially for ITs)
• OEM, fleet introduction, or advanced equipment training

• Competitive…