ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN 3

Req ID: 48563 Team: E50 PROP AND REAC ENG PLNG YRD Entity: Newport News Shipbuilding
US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
Full-TimeShift: 1st Relocation: No relocation assistance available Virtual/Telework Opportunity: No - Not eligible for telework
Travel Requirements: No
Clearance Required: No - Clearance Not Required to Start
​Salary Range: $69,000.00 to $88,000.00

The anticipated salary range represents the estimated base pay for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors, and may vary from the posted range

Meet HII’s Newport News ShipbuildingWith more than 25,000 employees – including third-, fourth- and even fifth-generation shipbuilders – HII’s Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS) division is the largest industrial employer in Virginia. We’re the sole designer, builder and refueler of U.S. Navy nuclear aircraft carriers and one of two providers of U.S. Navy nuclear submarines. Our diverse and innovative team of professionals ranges from skilled trades to project managers, engineers and software developers to solution architects, technical subject matter experts, and system users. We collaborate together at the forefront of technology, manufacturing, and integration of the most powerful and survivable naval ships in the world. Want to be part of the team? Apply today! We look forward to meeting you. 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 following is a breakdown of what knowledge is needed for this job.PTD:The PTD is created to identify component level or misc. material needed to support the CVN68 and CVN78 working fleet. The PTD will consist of the component and all associated repair parts needed to support that component. Using multiple shipyard systems, technical personnel will locate the material needed for provisioning and retrieve all documents needed to begin this process, such as drawings (both NAVSEA and Vendor drawings), Tech Manuals, System Diagrams, I2 data, Specifications, etc. The technical personnel will input all needed data into the SLAN system and will need to know and understand the procedure prior to input. The technical personnel must also obtain a Confidential Clearance to access the SLAN. The PTD will be created by the technical personnel in the Enterprise Business System (EBS) in SLAN. When completed (checked by lead, review by the cognizant engineering) the completed package will be forwarded to NAVSEA for approval. During the NAVSEA approval process, the technical must be able to respond to NAVSEA engineer questions if contacted.LAR:This document is provided to CDA for action on issues when attempting to procure the material for stocking purposes or to provide Onboard Repair Part Support (OBRP). The LAR also is created and issued 7in the SLAN under the Consolidated Problem Reporting (CPR). The vendor may have issues with the ordering data or are providing submittal that have to be approved or there could be other issues that Logistic Tech person has to be resolve. When the Logistic Tech person receive the LAR, if it cannot be resolved in the Logistic group, you may have to contact engineering, the vendor or even NAVSEA to resolve the issue. The Logistic Tech person job is to attempt to resolve all issues in house with little outside assistance, if possible. This is also created in the SLAN under the Consolidated Problem Reporting (CPR).Must Have
Associate's Degree and 3 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
Provide technical support in the Logistic Field for support of the Naval Nuclear Aircraft Carrier Fleet (CVN68 and CVN78 Class) built and being built at HII-NNS. This is a highly technical job in in which the technician will be required to provide task support for HII-NNS engineering, NAVSEA, BETTIS, BPMI and all naval Cognizant Design Activities (CDA).The technician must be able to perform the following:• Technical evaluations of shipboard and shore based spares of repair material for Propulsion Plant (Reactor and/or Steam Plant) support systems.• Produce technical ordering data for government contract procurements.• Produce technical specifications and development of subsequent repair instructions.• Gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.• Use personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports.• Create/maintain Provisioning Technical Documents (PTD), Individual Repair Part Ordering Data (IRPOD) and Liaison Action Request (LAR) from NAVSUP or other CDA’s among a multitude of other logistic task.Knowledge:Full considerable knowledge of the job. Complete acquaintance with and understanding of the general and detailed aspects of the job, and their practical applications to problems and situations ordinarily encountered.Why HIIWe build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. HII’s diverse workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.

Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.

Working at HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a future. We offer comprehensive benefits including: medical, prescription drug, dental and vision plan choices, on-site health centers, tele-medicine, wellness resources, employee assistance programs, savings plan options (401K), financial education and planning tools, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships, and more. Some benefits may vary depending on your specific division or work location.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. U.S. Citizenship may be required for certain positions.
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