AC&R Mechanical Engineering Technician (Norfolk, VA)

Join Life Cycle Engineering. Lead with purpose. Own the outcome. Do the right thing the right way.

Why Choose LCE

• Employee Ownership (ESOP) : Build financial stake in your work. Our 100% employee-owned model directly connects your contributions to company performance and long-term wealth creation.
• Award-Winning Culture : Join an organization repeatedly recognized as a Best Place to Work driven by integrity mutual respect and a supportive team environment.
• Impactful Mission : Support defense operations waterfront engineering cyber infrastructure and asset reliability programs that keep fleets and operations mission ready.

Opportunity Summary

Join LCE in Norfolk VA as a vital member of our teamsupporting Navy technical activities with troubleshooting repair testing and grooming of systems and equipment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with ships force personnel enhancing their skills and ensuring optimal performance of crucial systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and operational checks of equipment and systems.
• Identify and document system and equipment problems implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Address design issues and logistic support deficiencies offering innovative solutions.
• Deliver on-the-job training (OJT) to ships force personnel enhancing their operational capabilities.
• Verify configuration data and ensure accuracy of existing documentation.
• Develop detailed test specifications to ensure system integrity and performance.

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD security clearance.

Required Qualifications

• EPA Universal certification.
• At least 5 years of specialized hands-on experience with US Navy auxiliary equipment including systems such as AEGIS electronic cooling water systems electric cooling water pumps and more.
• Proven experience as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in relevant systems and equipment gained through roles in US Navy Engineering Activity US Navy Shipboard Engineering Department OEM or equivalent industrial/commercial environments.
• Demonstrated ability to understand Navy assessment programs and reporting methods.
• Proficiency in using diagnostic instrumentation and interpreting wiring diagrams and control schematics.
• Competence in utilizing computers and Microsoft Office Suite for compiling reports and managing digital documentation.
• Experience in preparing and adjudicating Departures from Specifications and Engineering Support Requests.
• Familiarity with software such as ILS-LOGICOM TAAS-Info and Fleet Scheduling Center (FSC).

This role is an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking to leverage their expertise in a dynamic and supportive environmentcontributing to the success of critical naval operations.

Physical Expectations

• Regular physical activity to include walking climbing bending stooping reaching lifting standing and occasional prolonged sitting
• Maneuvering within confined spaces in a restricted environment
• Ability to speak read hear and write with or without assistance
• Ability to use phone and computer systems copier fax and other office equipment
  This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined position. Other responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should be addressed to the hiring authority or to Human Resources.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined position. Other responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should be addressed to the hiring authority or to Human Resources.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision insurance
• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Plan & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation holiday and sick leave
• Flexible schedules casual work environment and relaxed dress code
• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels
• Free access to online training library including certification preparation
• Bonus program employee referral program monetary recognition opportunities and more

Benefits may vary based on employment status business unit and location.

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin citizenship age disability genetic information application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran because of or on the basis of pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.

Required Experience:

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