ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 4

The Role

Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

The SSNX program is seeking an Engineering Technician 4 to join the Ao (Operational Availability) team. Ao is one of the four tenants of the SSNX program that seeks to ensure the fleet experiences less down time and shorter maintenance availabilities through improved reliability of components, improved maintainability, and improved sustainability.

This is an opportunity to get involved at the beginning of a new submarine design and have influence over what will become the Navy's premier attack submarine platform. 

This position will be responsible for working collaboratively with other key stakeholders throughout the SSN(X) conceptual and design phases of the program to incorporate the Ao design principles:
• Engages with shipyards, customers and other stakeholders to collect feedback for design incorporation. 
• Leads research and development studies to influence the future of US Navy submarines.
• Needs to be flexible with work assignments and may perform duties outside of traditional discipline work scope.
• Leads cross-functional teams through Ao design evaluations and collaborate with designers and engineers to:
• Works with multi-discipline teams on incorporation of Ao design principles
• Solves complex spatial integration issues while meeting system and overall ship requirements
• Challenges design decisions to deviate from standard practice to realize lifecycle cost improvements
• Prepared to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. 
• The position requires individuals who are able to adapt and adjust to support annual objectives.

Must Have

Associate's Degree and 6 years of relevant experience

One of the following may be used as equivalent to Associate's Degree to meet minimum qualifications:

• NNS Apprentice School graduate
• Navy Nuclear Power School (NNPS) graduate
• High School/GED and 2 years of related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience
• High School/GED and 4 years of non-related Manufacturing, Shipbuilding, Trades, Military experience

Nice to Have

1.    Knowledge and experience with modern Submarine (688/VCS/Seawolf/Trident) systems and other Navy platforms for contrast.
2.    Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP) operational and maintenance experience for submarines and aircraft carriers.
3.    Experience working with Naval Nuclear Laboratory (NNL) and General Dynamics Electric Boat (EB).
4.    Extensive knowledge of US Navy submarine systems, requirements, system integration and arrangement best practices.
5.    Experience in equipment/component lifecycle and reliability
6.    Corrective and preventative maintenance experience
7.    Project management experience and/or PMP certification
8.    Strong written and verbal communication skills
9.    Ability to work independently and lead teams
10.    Experience with navigating Navy 3-M OARS data systems as well as other maintenance related programs.