The Engineering Technician II is responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, cabling, fabrication, assembly, of electrical and electronics equipment. This person must be able to perform assignments with little supervision after receiving detailed initial instruction, equipment requirement
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Shipboard Engineering Technician III
Job Description:

The Engineering Technician II is responsible for the installation, repair, maintenance, cabling, fabrication, assembly, of electrical and electronics equipment. This person must be able to perform assignments with little supervision after receiving detailed initial instruction, equipment requirements and direction from his/her supervisor as needed and must be able to work independently afterwards. Constructs and assembles simple or standard equipment or parts; and services or repairs simple instruments or equipment, which may require simple wiring, soldering, or connecting. Troubleshoots and corrects malfunctions. Conduct various tests, which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement; selects, sets up, and operates standard test equipment and records test data.


Responsibilities

  • Preforms installation, repairs, painting and general upkeep in maintaining shipboard systems to ensure continuance of communication systems using specialty machines and equipment.
  • Assists in the repair and maintaining of electrical, electronic and RF communications equipment as needed.
  • Comprehend and execute tasking of moderate complexity with little supervision.
  • Comprehension and hands on application of NAVSEA installation standards and Military Specifications for shipboard C4ISR systems installations.
  • Interpret technical drawings or publications in order to execute a specific task.
  • Quickly adapt and understand new system installations through independent study, research, and comprehension.
  • Knowledge of connector fabrication, soldering, cableway or telecommunications training such as BICSI, 3M, IPC, or NAVSEA instructions.
  • Travel to job sites as required by the PM and IAW the Joint Federal Travel Regulations (JFTR).
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Five (5) years of experience working with C4ISR and or C5ISR Systems.
  • Ability to use a computer (email, basic office applications).
  • Shipboard installation or maintenance experience.
  • C4ISR Experience and C5ISR Systems.
  • Familiarity and competence with hand tools.
  • Ability to gain and maintain access to shipyards and government facilities as required by contract.
  • Ability to work in a shipboard environment.
  • Works well within a team environment.
  • Must be a US citizen.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Preferred - associate degree in engineering/Electronics Technology, and or formal electronics training from a Class A or C military school in electronics or communications.
  • OSHA 10 Maritime Certification

Job ID

2025-18208
Work Type

On-Site
Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.

As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Company Details
Akima
2553 Dulles View Drive
Suite 700
Herndon, Virginia 20171 USA
www.akima.com/
472 Open Jobs Available
Work Where it Matters

Akima is a global enterprise providing mission-critical aviation logistics, maintenance, and operational support to the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies. As a subsidiary of an Alaska Native Corporation...

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Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K

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Location
Suffolk, Virginia, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Akima
2553 Dulles View Drive
Suite 700
Herndon, Virginia 20171 USA
www.akima.com/
472 Open Jobs Available
Work Where it Matters

Akima is a global enterprise providing mission-critical aviation logistics, maintenance, and operational support to the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies. As a subsidiary of an Alaska Native Corporation...

Benefits:
Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K

Supported Manufacturers:


Supported Models:

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