Boat Mechanic; Engineering Technician III - V

Overview

Systems Application & Technologies Inc is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Description:

Position Type
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Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location
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Naval Station Norfolk, VA

SA-TECH is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy, with a 35-year heritage focused on supporting complex DoD programs and delivering high-quality services and customer satisfaction.

SA-TECH supports the Combatant Craft Division (CCD), a dynamic U.S. Navy Directorate specializing in design, research, development, testing, and evaluation of experimental watercraft for DoD clients. We provide full spectrum Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support of various combatant craft, patrol boats, Special Operations Forces platforms and coastal craft, ensuring performance and fleet readiness.

Position
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Small Boat Mechanic for our CCD Maintenance Team at Naval Station Norfolk. The technician will be responsible for the preventative maintenance, service, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of marine inboard and outboard engines, as well as diesel engines
. The technician will troubleshoot equipment onboard naval small boats and test craft, check functionality of newly installed equipment and evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions. All work will be performed safely in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

• Troubleshoot equipment onboard naval small boats and test craft, check functionality of newly installed equipment, and evaluate system performance while underway during actual operating conditions.
• Install, service, repair and test marine inboard and outboard engines.
• Perform all work safely in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

• May be required to work first shift ) or second shift ).
• Work will be performed inside and outside enclosed buildings and will include sitting, standing, walking, light lifting, and reaching.
• When needed, may be underway onboard Navy small craft, serving as chief engineer. These are typically same-day trips and do not usually require overnight stays at sea.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, OEM, or related trade school training preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of maritime engine repair experience (level of technician will depend on years of direct experience).
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow technical directives correctly.
• Highly desired additional skills include:
  • Familiarity with Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, Evinrude and/or other common industry outboard/outdrive motors a plus.
  • OEM Certifications highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with MTU, Cummins, Caterpillar, or Steyr Diesel Engines a plus.
  • CDL License highly desired, with a clean driving record.
  • Familiarity with operating, maintaining and repairing small craft trailers, transporters and prime movers a plus.
• Current Driver's License required; must be able to be insured through the company's vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Secret Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass a background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

As a highly regarded and long-established DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members  hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with stability, we offer a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, and a strong commitment to professional development and broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Benefits
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• PTO and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

• By applying to this posting, you express interest in the position and may be considered for other opportunities within the company that match your skills.
• SA-TECH offers flexible work schedules depending on the program, alongside…