Engineering Technician III; Seaborne

Description

Position Type:
Full-time, Non-exempt

Work Location:

Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA

Pay Info: $33.26/hr plus $7.20/hr Health and Wellness Benefit through Union

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (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 are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy.

Our 33-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

At Port Hueneme, CA, SA-TECH operates and performs operational and intermediate level maintenance for aerial and seaborne assets in support of the Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division’s (NAWCWD’s) Targets and Marine Operations Division, including air and sea vehicles and vessels used for manned and unmanned training and test events.

We are currently seeking to hire a qualified and experienced Engineering Technician III for on-site at Naval Base Ventura County, Port Hueneme, CA to provide Seaborne Target O&M Support a broad range of technical areas to include one or more of the following in a marine environment; HAZMAT, Quality Assurance, small vessel operator, mechanical, electrical, and electronics.

Primary duties include (other duties may be added):

• Under supervision, apply technical working knowledge to perform tasks on various types of marine engine on seaborne target systems and subsystems (QST A/B/I, FACT, HSMST, and SDST Targets).
  • If required for the position, train to and qualify in vessel operator for; HSMST, QST A/B/I, FACT and SDST Targets.
• Tasks typically involve assisting higher level technicians in activities such as build-up or replacing seaborne target components, marine engines, troubleshooting systems and subsystems, repairing simple machinery equipment; using tools and common test equipment; and receiving technical guidance, as required.
• Follow established preventative maintenance programs utilizing technical service manuals and schematic charts for marine engines and related marine equipment.

Additional Duties:

• Operate and be qualified (technically and medically) in forklift operations, overhead crane operations, marine travel lift, and other target-specific equipment.
• Maintain equipment logs, maintenance action forms and work-time tracking sheets.
• If required for the position, qualify and maintain Portable Command and Control Unit (PCCU) Remote Control Operator (RCO) certification.

• Conditions will vary.
• Outdoor duties may be performed on shore and afloat on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet.
• Requires the ability to work in a seaborne environment with some shift work at remote locations with multiple over-night assignments.
• Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting and reaching.
• Must be capable of lifting 50, 50-100 lbs. assisted by other employees.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.
• Work Schedule is currently a 9/80 schedule (Mon – Thurs 9 hours, alternating Fridays with 1 work 8 hrs. and 1 off).
• Overtime will be required.
• Travel required on routine basis but work location is normally NAWCWD Port Hueneme.

• Education/Experience/
  
  Skills:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent, plus technical school or specialized training required.
    • A total of two-four (2-4) years’ experience in performing the stated functions may replace education.
  • Experience in a military environment (E4+) or on a military facility preferred, but not required.
  • Basic understanding of Computer/Networking/MS Office
  • Works well with others as a member of a team.
  • Knowledgeable in testing mechanical systems and components to ensure…