Mechanical Engineer
Help install, modify, repair, troubleshoot, test, and load new and existing electrical lines, circuit, systems, controls, and equipment associated with aircraft launch and recovery systems equipment aboard naval vessels and shore stations.
Determine and place distribution panels, boxes, fittings, and connections and install wiring, couplings, conduit, relays, fixtures, and other electrical devices including electrical service entrances.
Instruct and assist other Voyage Repair Team employees in the fabrication, assembly, repair and testing of ship's electrical equipment in shop, ship, and field environments.
Work from wiring diagrams, manuals, handbooks, and technical directives.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
This is a bargaining unit position.
You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and / or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
You will be required to obtain and maintain a U.S. Passport.
You will be required to complete training, obtain, and maintain a government credit card for travel and travel-related purchases.
The ability to perform common tasks including : Must be familiar with the use and operations of hand tools, precision measuring equipment, electrical tools and test equipment, wiring and pressurized systems; Performing and assists with jobs normally assigned to other trades including pipefitting, mechanics, welding, rigging and machining; Must be able to interpret electrical diagrams, schematics, blueprints and drawings; and Must be able to travel to preform work onboard U.S. Coast Guard and Naval ships in port and at sea.
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
The position often requires irregular hours. This position requires rotating shift work. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and / or unusual duty hours may be required.
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
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