Engineering Technician V (Diesels)

THOR Solutions is actively seeking an ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN V (Diesels) with U.S. Navy shipboard experience to provide full-time support for U.S. Naval shipboard auxiliary equipment at the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) in San Diego, CA.

In this role, you will be part of a waterfront team that provides direct engineering and technical support to the U.S. Navy Pacific Fleet, helping keep shipboard systems reliable and mission-ready. Working alongside Navy personnel aboard ships and at regional maintenance facilities, you will apply your technical expertise to troubleshoot equipment, support maintenance and assessments, and train Ship's Force to improve Fleet self-sufficiency and readiness. This is an opportunity to contribute to a high-impact mission that directly supports the safety and combat readiness of our Fleet.

This position is contingent upon contract award, anticipated for February 2027.

Typical Responsibilities: The candidate’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to) performing or supporting the following actions:

• Provide Full-Time Onsite Support as well as Surge Support as tasked for the following Code 264 cognizant equipment.
• Perform Diesel Engine Routine Inspections, Ready-to-Start Inspections, Post-Repair Inspections and Formal Periodic Assessments (FPAs) in accordance with references 2.4, 3.7.4.5.1, and 3.7.4.5.2 (JFMM volume four (4), chapter four (4)), OPNAV Instruction 9220.3, and the U.S. Navy Diesel Engine Inspector Handbook S9233- CJHBK-010Plan) for all ships, submarines and aircraft carriers within SWRMC’s AOR.
• Conduct Assessments, Inspections, and Grooms determining equipment condition and out of specification settings; observe operation of the equipment by ship's force to witness the full range of performance, when possible; utilize appropriate measuring equipment to obtain data for evaluation; evaluate findings and make adjustments and repairs to the maximum extent possible during the time available.
• Provide Onboard Maintenance Training (OBMT) to Ship's Force technicians in the operation, repair, and maintenance. The contractor shall perform/provide support during shipboard gas turbine systems tasking including TSRA, INSURV and Tech Assist events.
• Analyze and review inspection data to determine source of fault, and recommend repair, replacement, or other corrective action.
• Report findings/discrepancies as required to the designated Team Leader and/or    Branch Head of Code 264 via Material Assessment Form (MAF), Prisms/ETC Software, TAAS-Info, debrief and/or Technical Assistance Visit Report (TAVR) within two working days of completion of task.

Location: Full time onsite at the SWRMC in San Diego, CA. 

Typical Physical Activity: Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g. confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision..

Anticipated Travel: This position involves up to 10% travel, including travel to overseas/OCONUS locations.

 
Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay for this position in the identified location(s) is $39.78/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA) and will additionally receive $5.09/hour in "health and welfare" benefits.

Existing SECRET Security Clearance Required:  This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. A candidate without a clearance but with highly relevant experience may be considered, but still must obtain a clearance prior to hire.

Required Education, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• High school diploma/GED equivalent.
• At least three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience within the last seven (7) years in the operation, repair, maintenance and assessment of U.S. Naval Diesel Engines and their support systems equipment to include but not limited to:
  • Main Propulsion Diesel Engines
  • Diesel Engine Couplings
  • Clutches
  • Lubricating Oil Systems and associated components
  • Combustion Air systems and associated components
  • Power Generation Diesel Engines (Ship’s Service and Emergency Diesel Engines for power generation)
  • Lubricating Oil Systems and associated components
• Ability to utilize computers including the Microsoft Office Suite for compiling information for reports and history files and transfer digital pictures from camera to computer and enhance as required and label them for report purposes. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Required Certifications/Trainings or ability to obtain within 2 years of providing direct support:

• DEI Course training and successfully pass the course as well as maintain certification.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and Traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)
• TRICARE Supplemental Coverage for TRICARE-eligible individuals
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan (2 plan options)
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D Insurance for employee
• Additional Life Insurance options for employee + family
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Plan
• ID Theft Protection Plan
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require an existing security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. Applicants to cleared positions who lack clearance eligibility will not be considered.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

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