PLC Software Engineer

Job Description:

• Software development and lifecycle support of the shipboard and LBES/LBTF Machinery Control System (MCS), Damage Control (DC), and Network Systems programs for USCG Cutters, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class, and FMS programs.
• Testing and System Integration Services: MCS, DC, and Network Systems Testing and System Integration Services for USCG, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class, and FMS programs; the Contractor shall:
• LBES/LBTF Equipment Integration Support: The LBES/LBTF offers cost effective, risk mitigation solutions to test and provide integrated systems for operational effectiveness for USCG, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class Amphibious Class, and FMS programs.
• Shipboard Installation, Testing, Troubleshooting, and Support: MCS, DC, and Network Systems shipboard installations, testing and troubleshooting services for USCG, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class, and FMS programs.
• Integrated Logistics Support (ILS): MCS, DC, and Network Systems ILS services for USCG, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class, and FMS programs.
  • Technical Documentation
    • Develop, evaluate, and provide feedback on technical documentation and other logistics products such as technical manuals, signal flow diagrams, allowable parts lists, preventative maintenance cards, and engineering procedures.
    • Provide system redlines, drawings, equipment schematics, and placards.
    • Provide support in accessing planning yard ILS repositories, such as: NAVSEA Engineering Ships Drawing Repository (NESDR), Technical Data Management Information Systems (TDMIS), Haystack, and Navy Data Environment (NDE).
  • Training Support
    • Assist with development of course materials, auditing ongoing courses and providing input into curriculum development.
    • Assist Government activities in classroom training and instruction.
    • Provide On-The-Job Training (OJT) for Ship's force and Regional Maintenance Center (RMC) personnel
  • Obsolescence Support. Obsolescence management is needed to keep the systems in working order. The obsolescence program identifies systems that are at or near end of life and develops solutions for them.
    • Assist in managing the business and engineering obsolescence concerns of various stakeholders.
    • Develop technical plans and solutions for obsolescence problems. Update and maintain plan as project progresses.
    • Develop solutions to difficult problems with regard to balancing cost, need date, integration into existing systems, conflicting stakeholder desires, and other factors.
• Material and Asset Support: MCS, DC, and Network Systems Material and Asset support services for USCG, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class, and FMS programs.
• Cybersecurity and Information Assurance (IA) Support. MCS, DC, and Network Systems Cybersecurity and Information Assurance services for USCG, CVN-68 Class, CVN-78 Class, Columbia Class, the new FF(x) ships, Amphibious Class, and FMS programs.

Required Skills and Experiences:

• CSWF IAT-2 applicable certificate required within six (6) months of award
• Ten (10) years of professional experience as a control systems engineer, which includes:
  • Seven (7) years total professional experience developing, testing, and installing PLC software using both ControlLogix Studio 5000, and either Siemens SIMATIC Step 7 or TIA Portal.
  • Seven (7) years of professional experience troubleshooting PLC based machinery control systems
  • Five (5) years of professional experience acting as a lead engineer
  • Three (3) years of creating Ship Change Documents (SCDs) or equivalent industry documentation

Degree Requirements:

Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline from a nationally accredited college or university.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• A Secret Security Clearance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

ORBIS offers an excellent benefits package and a competitive salary in a professional atmosphere.