Engineering Technician; Electrical

Engineering Technician (Electrical)

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. We foster a culture where employees’ voices are heard, encourage growth, and provide competitive wages, educational opportunities, relocation reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with company match.

Continental Tide delivers high‑level engineering solutions with a focus on teamwork and personal growth. Our fast‑paced environment offers opportunities to learn, be challenged, and succeed.

We are seeking a motivated, energetic, and experienced Engineering Technician with a strong electrical background and AIT leadership experience to join our ship modernization and sustainment teams in Norfolk, VA. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on technical leader capable of driving immediate results in shipboard upgrades, repairs, and system installations.

Depending on the initiative, the successful candidate may operate as a Project Lead and/or Electrical Subject Matter Expert (SME), overseeing shipboard electrical installations, leading technical teams, and serving as a key interface with Program Managers, customers, and subcontractors.

• Serve as the electrical SME and project lead for hull and steel repair projects.
• Lead electrical teams in cableway management, cable installation, terminations, connectorizations, and testing.
• Interpret NAVSEA drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications to plan and execute electrical work packages in compliance with applicable standards.
• Supervise and mentor junior, senior electricians, and helpers to ensure quality and safety.
• Collaborate with Project Leads, Program Managers, Engineers, QA & QC, and customer representatives to resolve issues and align project goals.
• Assist in tracking and reporting daily progress, labor hours, material usage, scheduling, and forecasting.
• Ensure all electrical work adheres to NAVSEA, ABS, OSHA regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain QA documentation and OQE, including pre‑ and post‑installation inspections.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, support change orders, and contribute to after‑action reporting.
• Perform duties as Site Foreman when required, managing overall task assignments.
• Submit Daily Status Reports, develop Condition Found Reports, and update progress using Microsoft Project in POA&M format.

• 10 years of direct hands‑on experience working with shipboard Navy HM&E or electronic systems.
• 5 to 7 years of experience overseeing and directing Project‑Level initiatives.
• Experience directing daily production to meet schedule milestones.
• Copper Connector Certified with fiber optic experience.
• Possess NAVSEA Cableway Inspector, Fiber, and Copper Connectorization Certifications.
• Proven ability to supervise technical teams of 5 to 10 tradespersons on Navy ships.
• Knowledge of AIT processes, shipboard safety procedures, and electrical system testing.
• Ability to interpret NAVSEA drawings and electrical schematics.
• Familiarity with QA practices and OQE & QAWB documentation.
• Must have or be able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance.
• High school diploma, GED, or industrial school certificate.
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time.

• Certified in Multi‑pin Connectors IAW MIL‑STD‑2003‑5B.
• Certified in Fiber Optic IAW 2042C standards.
• 7+ years as a Marine Electrician with supervisory responsibilities.
• Experience maintaining budgets and materials.
• Certified for wireway inspections per NAVSEA Standard Items.
• Strong problem‑solving and reporting skills.
• Experience communicating with management, subcontractors, and customers on cost, staffing, and scheduling.
• Background preparing status reports and ensuring contract compliance.

• Exposure to open‑air environments, noisy, hot, and cold conditions.
• Visit project sites aboard ships and rigs, onshore and offshore.
• Wear various PPE such as hearing, eye, head, and hand protection.
• Stand on diverse surfaces, bend, crouch, and climb over obstructions.
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