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Engineering Services Agent - Machinery Controls

Noblis

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$65,200 - $101,950
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Engineering - Systems
San Diego, CA (On-Site/Office)

Responsibilities

NSWCPD MCS team is seeking an Engineering Services Agent - Machinery Controls to support shipboard and LBES testing efforts in support of the DDG HM&E Mid-Life Upgrades Program. The primary role of the Engineering Services Agent will be to provide lifecycle support of fielded Machinery Control Systems (MCS) on the USS ARLEIGH BURKE class of destroyer. This includes configuring, monitoring, and testing DDG51 MCS Software. The candidate should have experience as an electrical technician and the ability to troubleshoot control systems with the use of system documentation and electrical schematics. The candidate will be expected to provide documented status updates on a regular basis. Work hour expectations include availability for weekend support work, including onsite requirements for up to 10 hours a day during the week.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Troubleshoot control systems with the use of system documentation and electrical schematics
  • Provide test support for all variants of fielded systems at LBES
  • Provide test support for all variants of fielded systems shipboard
  • Provide shipboard software and hardware installation support of all variants of fielded systems at LBES and shipboard
  • Provide documented status updates on a regular basis
  • Act as a liaison between shipboard test team and technical leads back in Philadelphia
  • Maintain personal source of information between jobs and tasking
  • Aid in test procedure edits and implementation

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree OR Associate's degree and 3 years of experience OR High School diploma and 6 years of experience
  • 2+ years of experience as an electrical technician or field technician as it pertains to control systems in an industrial environment
  • Experience tracing signals and diagnosing or isolating cause for electrical failures
  • Experience with grounded and ungrounded systems
  • Basic electrical troubleshooting skills to include the ability to use a digital multimeter
  • Basic electrical principals to include understanding the difference between current, voltage and resistance as well as how to effectively troubleshoot circuits containing them
  • Ability to read and understand electrical schematics
  • Attention to detail and meticulous logging of testing, troubleshooting steps, and findings
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to liaise confidently and professionally with a diverse range of people
  • Sound analytical skills with an eye for detail; good problem solving ability and a practical approach
  • Effective time management skills

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Successful applicants must either have an active government security clearance or the ability to obtain one. US Citizenship is required.
  • Must have a valid US passport or the ability to obtain one upon position acceptance.
  • This position requires 100% onsite workload at LBES, Ship Yards, and Naval Stations. It will be Mandatory to obtain and maintain necessary clearance for Ship Yards and Naval Stations.

  • Desired Qualifications

    Advanced Skillsets Desired:
    • Advanced computer skills to include use of HyperTerminal, Putty, or an equivalent serial interface
    • Ability to use an oscilloscope and signal generator
    • Ability to use Wireshark for network data capture, analysis, and troubleshooting
    • US Navy shipboard experience in engineering department


    Miscellaneous:
    • Regular expected travel frequency away from your permanent location may be up to 30-50%
    • As required, off hour and weekend work will be expected to meet deliverables
    • Professional written and oral skills are required
    • Proficiency with a personal computer (PC)
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (especially Excel, Word, and Outlook)
    • The ability to learn new PC applications as needed
    • Reasonable problem solving ability


    WORKING CONDITIONS

    The work is typically performed onboard US Navy Ships (pier side and at sea) and LBES, which requires proper safety precautions and ability to go up and down shipboard stairways (ladders); work may require some physical effort in the handling of light materials, boxes, or equipment.

    The above job description is not intended to be, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

    Overview

    Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI , and Noblis MSD tackle the nation's toughest problems and apply advanced solutions to our clients' most critical missions. We bring the best of scientific thought, management, and engineering expertise together in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. Noblis works with a wide range of government clients in the defense, intelligence and federal civil sectors. Learn more at Noblis -About Us

    Why work at a Noblis company?

    Our employees find greater meaning in their work and balance the other things in life that matter to them. Our people are our greatest asset. They are exceptionally skilled, knowledgeable, team-oriented, and mission-driven individuals who want to do work that matters and benefits the public. Noblis has won numerous workplace awards . Noblis maintains a drug-free workplace.

    * Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements

    Commitment to Non-Discrimination

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

    If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us .

    EEO is the Law | E-Verify | Right to Work

    Total Rewards

    At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.

    Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

    Posted Salary Range

    USD $65,200.00 - USD $101,950.00 /Yr.
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    For over 25 years, Noblis has been an innovator within the federal government, committed to enriching lives and making our nation safer while investing in the missions of tomorrow. As a nonprofit, Noblis works for the public good, bringing together the best possible science, technology and engineering expertise and solutions, in an environment of independence and objectivity to deliver enduring impact on federal missions. At Noblis, we are thinkers and doers combining leading-edge research with expertise to drive innovation in the areas of analytics, AI/ML, autonomous systems, cyber, cloud, space, energy, biosciences, telecom and many others. Our experts collaborate across a variety of backgrounds, disciplines and technologies to create mission-driven impacts for our federal agency clients. Together with our subsidiaries, we work with a wide range of government clients in the defense, homeland security, intelligence, law enforcement and federal civil sectors.
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