Engineering Technician

Job Description
Company Overview:

Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc. (Continental Tide) is an industry leader, providing engineering and industrial services to the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and other DoD organizations. At Continental Tide, we understand that a great company culture is one where employees know their voice is heard, no matter what their title is, and letting them grow in their role as the company does. We want to provide our employees with the opportunity to learn, be challenged and be in a position where they can succeed, develop new skills, and do things they wouldn't have the opportunity to do elsewhere. Our fast-paced and challenging environment, employees here at Continental Tide can catapult themselves to the top and we're looking for "the best at what they do" to join our team and help us grow.

Attention to detail and a willingness to learn is essential as you will be fully engaged from the first day. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, relocation reimbursement, competitive employee benefit options, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match. We are always looking for top-talent and we look forward to new-thinkers and team-players joining our company.

Job Overview:

Position: Engineering Technician (Entry Level):

Continental Tide is seeking motivated, energetic entry-level candidates interested in the dynamic environment of U.S. Navy Ship repair. Candidates must possess a technical school certificate and/or associates degreed in a technical field, and the ability to secure a Security Credential. Desired applicants possess experience with practical electrical theory, electrical cable, termination, installation and troubleshooting methods. Successful candidates will become part of our team responsible for installation, troubleshooting, project execution and planning of U.S. military shipboard electrical, network and automated equipment and systems.

Continental Tide supports our forces around the globe. Work sites include: Virginia Beach, VA; San Diego, CA; Seattle, WA, Honolulu Hi; Yokosuka, Japan; Gaeta, Italy; Rota, Spain and many others. A willingness to travel, strong communication skills and the ability to work in teams is a must. In return, we will provide a competitive wage, day light working hours, full benefits package and an investment in your career development by providing you with the technical skills you will need in order to be successful in your career. Candidates would be required to relocate to Continental Tide's Norfolk, VA location.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the operation, maintenance, and testing of HM&E Systems, Machinery Control, Damage Control, Navigation & Ship Control Systems, subsystems, equipment, and components
• Responsible for all technical aspects of shipboard design, operations, maintenance, testing and evaluating projects and associated modifications, alterations, installations and upgrades for military vessels and small crafts
• Review and analyze drawings to support material requirements and test plan/procedure development
• Assist Project Leads with both Surface and Submarine Alterations, Repair or Fleet Modernization projects
• Perform duties outside of specialty to complete work assignment

Experience and Skills

• Must have graduated from a Trade or Industrial School, High School, or GED.

• 5+ years of continuous years of experience in completing tasks for US Navy systems such as preparing designs for various complex equipment or systems, resolving design problems, designing and coordination testing.
• Direct experience in ship repair and installation of Hull, Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) systems and equipment on surface ships and submarines.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience with Naval and related commercial shipbuilding design, operations and maintenance data systems, principals, practices, procedures, processes, standards, drawings, and specifications.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience with HM&E systems, subsystems, equipment, components, furnishings, and spaces.
• Ability to perform detailed ship checks involving collection of data necessary to develop the applicable design modifications for systems and components required to support the system design change.
• The ability to read and interpret ship installation drawings, installation specifications and NAVSEA Standard Items is a must.
• Must have or can obtain a SECRET clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain base access and security credentials.
• Ability 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.
• Ability to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces.
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States.

• Due to export control regulations, this role is open to U.S. citizens only.

Additional Requirements:

• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and execute multiple assigned tasks

Reasonable Accommodations Statement:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must perform the essential job duties satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the safety or health of employee or others. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Benefits
Continental Tide offers an empowering professional environment in a culture that stresses teamwork, shared responsibility for company and client success, and personal growth. We offer competitive wages in salaried and hourly positions, educational opportunities, competitive employee benefit options, and 401K plan with company match.

Why Join Us?
At Continental Tide, we foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. By joining our team, you'll work on impactful projects supporting our nation's fleet, with opportunities to advance your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Apply Today:

If you're ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to deliver quality solutions to the Fleet.

Continental Tide is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify and U.S. citizenship is required for most positions. Continental Tide prohibits discrimination against any protected class from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions, training, and career development programs. Consistent with these obligations, Continental Tide also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

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