Marine Electronics Technician

Senior Marine Electronics Technician (TSME) HII - 3.7 Chesapeake, VA Job Details Full-time $61,534.00 - $72,758.40 a year 19 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Field service equipment repair Mechanical blueprint interpretation Digital multimeters Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics Electrical cable pulling Equipment safety procedures Blueprint specification interpretation Team supervision Ship electrical systems maintenance Marine electronics installation Connector assembly Machine troubleshooting Electronic systems troubleshooting Routine inspections Industrial electrical equipment installation projects Power distribution cables Construction plans Electronic connectors Troubleshooting electrical systems System testing Voltage testers Electrical maintenance Technical troubleshooting support Equipment testing Electrical connectors Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Hand tools Marine electrical systems troubleshooting Low-voltage electrical wiring Full Job Description Date: Aug 24, 2026 Location: Chesapeake, VA, Virginia, United States #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; Company: HIIs Mission Technologies division Requisition Number: 29909 Required Travel: 51 - 75% Employment Type: Full Time/Hourly/Non-Exempt Anticipated Salary Range: $61,534.00 - $72,758.40 Security Clearance: Ability to Obtain Level of Experience: Senior This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business. As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordinationnot readiness in piece-parts. For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systemsfrom small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriersHII ensures a high state of readiness. HII supports the Department of Energys national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients toughest nuclear and environmental challenges. Leadership Mindset at HII - Mission Technologies Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributesregardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities: Know & Grow Your People - Commit to learning and supporting team success. Build Relationships - Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust. Take Ownership - Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work. Customer First - Focus on the mission and those we serve. Shape the Future - Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement. Act with Urgency - Take initiative and follow through with purpose. These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies. Job Description HII Platform Modernization (PM) trades teams provide expert solutions on shipboard alterations and installations for fleet modernization. The selected Senior Marine Electronics Technician candidate will support PM, working closely with our skilled trades teams, on Naval Vessels, utilizing various tools of the trades, removing, installing and upgrading industrial systems and equipment. Weekend and/or overtime hours required depending on contract awards and support required as per trade/skill set. Selected candidates will be required to commute to and maintain access to shipyards and military bases located around the Hampton Roads area depending on contract obligations. Selected candidates may be required to travel to shipyards and military bases located around the country and abroad when not assigned to a local task. Per Diem provided based on location when on travel. Travel and lodging expenses are covered by the company. As an HII Marine Electronics Technician, you will: Display levels of quality, integrity, safety, respect, engagement, and performance consistent with company values. Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures by performing alterations and installations for fleet modernization on US Navy surface ships. Apply masterful knowledge of production processes towards completion of complicated and non-routine tasks related to installations on shipboard systems and related equipment at company, and/or field locations in accordance with established quality and safety procedures. Work from blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports. Troubleshoot and diagnose systems and equipment to efficiently eliminate problems. Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications. Maintain effective supervisor and manager communications and relations. Remove, plan, execute, install, and modify electrical cables, cableways, conductors, connectors, strain relief, fasteners, and equipment aboard naval vessels. Complete electrical and data conductor disconnections, repairs, installations and reconnections on existing and new equipment for a complete installation. Perform a variety of complicated and non-routine tasks including duties outside of specialty to complete installation or work assignment. Develop and use technical documents including controlled work packages, formal work processes and procedures, test documents, reports and task or trip reports Minimum Qualifications Must be a U.S. citizen. Must have a High School High School diploma, or Trade School or equivalent, and 8 years of related shipboard electrical shipboard experience. Prefer technical/professional certifications. Must be able to obtain a DoD security clearance and maintain clearance level throughout employment. Must be able to obtain various shipyard and base access credentials within 60 days of start date and maintain them throughout employment. Must adhere to safety and quality procedures set forth by HII and local shipyards. Must be able to travel between 50% - 75% when not assigned to local tasking. Must provide hand tools and trade specific PPE per trades designation. Must have experience installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing high and low voltage electrical distribution systems and its associated equipment and cabling. Must have expert knowledge of reading and interpreting drawings, blueprints, technical manuals, engineering sketches, charts and/or work orders as well as written and verbal instruction for cables and equipment to be installed and connected. Must have experience planning and laying out cable runs according to specs, drawings, and proper installation practices, preparing the areas for welding and assisting in the attachment process. Must have experience installing, opening, modifying, and logging MCTs, MCPs and stuffing tubes and completing tests for final inspections. Must be experienced in proper methods of disconnecting and reconnecting new and existing equipment and completing supporting OQE. Must have masterful knowledge, complete comprehension and experience with installing, troubleshooting, testing, maintenance and repairs of marine electrical and electronic systems, equipment, functions, associated equipment, and tools on marine vessels. Must be experienced with the proper, safe usage of multimeters, meggers, and testing procedures. Must adhere to and promote safety and quality procedures set forth by HII and local shipyards. Must be able to accurately communicate with Team Leads and co-workers regarding the technical aspects of the work being performed. Must have experience functioning in a crew leadership role. Preferred Requirements Candidates with current Fiber Optic certification and installation experience are preferred. Candidates with multipin connector fabrication experience and certification in accordance with NAVSEA STD 009-73 are preferred. Candidates with NAVSEA Cableway Improvement Program certifications are preferred. Candidates with experience installing DDG Modernization Backfits: S/A 71615K DVSS, S/A 71726K IBNS, S/A 717427K Digital Indicators, S/A 84226K OOD Flat Panels, and S/A 94979K HM&E Condition System 2.0 are very highly preferred. Candidates who have graduated from and/or completed electrical military A or C school, a vocational school, apprenticeship program or a skilled trades certificate program are preferred. Candidate with a current or active DoD clearance preferred. OSHA 10 Maritime Certification a plus. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes. The exact weight requirements will be determined by the specific job, but no less than 30 lbs. Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards,under industrial conditions and in confined spaces. Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels. May ride ships at sea for extended periods. May require wearing a respirator. Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States. The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the roles location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HIIs Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the roles function and a candidates education or training, work experience, and key skills. Meet HIIs Mission Technologies Division Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense - the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role thats right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you. To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: HII is more than a job - its an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application. Why HII We build the worlds most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of Americas top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts peoples safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, youll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. 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. Do You Need Assistance? 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