Senior Field Engineer (FE40)

Role and Responsibilities:

Full Time position supporting the Self Defense Test Ship (SDTS) filling a Senior Field Engineer position as GSE (Gas Turbine Electrical Technician) on the SDTS. The SDTS is located at San Diego, California.

Position Qualifications:

1. Must have at least 8 years’ experience working as a Navy GSE or 10-12 years’ experience in a comparable field i.e., electrical, electronics or power plant operations.
2. Must be able to use test equipment (i.e., multi-meter) for troubleshooting and be able to read engineering drawings.
3. Must be able to work independently completing onboard maintenance requirements.
4. Must be able to read and understand EOSS procedures and troubleshoot electrical equipment to determine root cause failure modes.
5. Must be able to mentor subordinates and provide training instructions.
6. Must be able to support overnight underway evolutions (includes regular housekeeping/cleaning).
7. Must be able to take log readings and stand underway watches.
8. Must have basic computer Microsoft Office skills (i.e. word processing, spreadsheets, data entry).
9. Must serve as member of ship’s Damage Control Fire Party.
10. Have a valid driver’s license with own transportation.
11. Must have no criminal record and be able to satisfactorily complete background check.
12. Must be able to work under minimal supervision, perform and complete tasks with limited guidance. Able to follow company policies and procedures.
13. Able to write, speak and understand English and able to write clear, detailed reports.

Preferred Skills:

1. EOOW, PACC, or EPCC Qualifications.
2. Experience and competence in US Navy Planned Maintenance System (PMS).
3. Knowledge of the operation of LM2500 Gas Turbine propulsion systems and Allison 501 K-17/34 Gas Turbine Generators and their associated support and auxiliary systems.
4. GSE “C” School.
5. Experience with CG-47 or DD-963 class ships.
6. Experience working with and troubleshooting Human Machine Interface (HMI) and Programmable Logic Control (PLC) systems.

Physical Requirements:

1. Must be able to climb up and down the shipboard vertical ladders.
2. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
3. Must be able to pass Shipboard Fire Party School.
4. Must be able to get underway to support mission operations.