LCS DEPS Mission Package General Technician

Basic Qualifications

Associate’s degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS :

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Developing mission-critical systems that help keep people safe is what we do. At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you’ll be part of the team that helps heroes make a true impact. The work we do is important. The challenges we face are career-defining. The opportunity we can offer is one-of-a-kind.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS :

The LCS DEPS Mission Package General Technician will engage in Maintenance, Mission Module Movements / Embarks and Debarks, Pre-embark Staging, Maintenance Planning, Fly-Away / Distance Support and Logistic Engineering Support. The candidate will perform a variety of duties in Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, and Preventative Maintenance involving GDMS Mission Module support of Littoral Combat Ship (LCS).

Assists in the development, implementation, installs, tests, modifies and / or operates complex equipment and systemsParticipates on the engineering work team and supports other team members in experimental design, materials, equipment setup / maintenance and related issuesInstalls and removes MM equipment on LCS ships Performs a variety of equipment / process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.)Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts and instructionsImplements basic practical solutions for process improvementConducts and documents experiments under guidance of senior technicianConstructs basis tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasksWorks under general supervision

The candidate will be based in Port Hueneme, Ca Naval Base and will support the LCS platforms, including travel to other domestic ports and OCONUS ports as appropriate. The selected candidate will be expected to travel 40% of the time supporting Littoral Combat Ships (LCS-class ships) and will work within the parameters and rules common to Naval vessels.

Performs physically demanding work including working in tight, restricted access quarters onboard a US Navy warship and other spaces (, RIB engine compartment), climbing 20 ft. ladders and standing for long periods of time on a Navy ship or pier lifting 50 lbs. or more. As required, candidates hired for a specific position must be able to pass forklift and / or Category II or III Crane operator’s physical and proficiency tests. Travel will be required to other Navy bases and deployed sites. Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance and be able to travel 40% of time.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

This position will require the ability to work from tech manuals, vendor documentation, schematics, and engineering drawing to supports the ship’s maintenance efforts. The LCS DEPS Mission Module Maintenance Technician will be expected to be proficiency in test equipment operations, cable repair / rework, and connector repair / rework. Additional duties may be assigned, including but not limited to logistics, material, and safety responsibilities as it relates to the Mission Modules.

The LCS DEPS Mission Package Maintenance Technician will be expected to become completely familiar with their system, with the goal of becoming the Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Candidate will be required to perform physically demanding work, to include working aloft, in tight, restricted spaces onboard LCS Platforms, climbing scaffolding, ladders and standing for long periods of time onboard a LCS ship or pier and be able to lift 50 lbs. or more.Must be able to pass forklift operators physical and proficiency testsThe candidate may be responsible for working with a team of technicians, engineers, and government staff as appropriateExercise creative thinking to advance our technical performanceExperience with Navy maintenance, to include Ships Maintenance and Material Management (3M), Preventive Maintenance and Corrective Maintenance.This individual must have strong oral and written communication skills and be proficient with typical PC applications to include Word, Project, Excel and AccessProfessional etiquette and ability to operate effectively in a distributed team environment and effectively communicate customer initiatives, strategy and mission needs

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE :

Formally trained, operated, and maintained Navy's Surface Warfare (SUW), Mine Countermeasure (MCM) and systems and inter-workings of the LCS Class MM programExperience with 30mm guns on the LCS, LPD-17 Class, USMC Advanced Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAAV) or similar chain guns is highly desiredExperience with 11m Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBS); Qualify as an operator and maintainerExperience in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)Licensed Forklift OperatorCommercial Driver’s License (CDL)Familiar with Naval protocol and the ability to work directly with interfaces in uniform and with engineers in other companiesSuperior organizational and time management skillsFamiliar with Navy Work Authorization Forms (WAF) and Tag-Out Programs

What sets you apart :

Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and revels in team successCommitment to ongoing professional developmentSuperior communication and collaboration skills

Workplace Options :

This position is fully on site.

Target salary range : USD $ - USD $;This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.