Description
We are seeking a Towed System Intermediate Maintenance Activity (TS IMA) Technician to join our team in Chesapeake, Virginia. As a TS IMA Technician, you will be responsible for conducting towed array module physical inspections, electrical testing, troubleshooting, array assembly, and shipboard installation and removal of towed bodies. You will work pier-side in all weather conditions and in a warehouse environment. Travel overseas and within CONUS on short notice may be required.
The successful candidate will be a member of the Towed System Intermediate Maintenance Activity (TS IMA) team, providing direct fleet support with towed acoustic systems installed on submarines and surface ships, including 24/7/365 worldwide casualty assistance (CASREP) support. Other responsibilities of the program include shipping/receiving/warehousing, government property administration, and asset tracking.
The selected applicant will receive on-the-job training and is expected to qualify as a Towed Systems IMA technician. The selected applicant must be able to interact with Navy, Government, and civilian support contractors. For advancement consideration within the IMA program, the selected candidate must be a qualified Pier-Side Supervisor in accordance with Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct towed array module physical inspections, electrical testing, and troubleshooting
- Perform array assembly and shipboard installation and removal of towed bodies
- Work pier-side in all weather conditions and in a warehouse environment
- Travel overseas and within CONUS on short notice may be required
- Interact with Navy, Government, and civilian support contractors
- Obtain and retain a Department of Defense security clearance at the Secret level
- Obtain and retain a US Passport
Benefits:
- Competitive salary: $23.24/hr
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement within the IMA program
- Minimum wage requirements and Health and Welfare benefits as per the Service Contract Act
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited technical institute or apprentice program in electronics above the high school level or successful completion of a military electronics course equivalent to U.S. Navy "C" school
- At least two years of experience in the test and repair of electronic/electrical equipment
- Experience in the use of electronic test equipment and operation of various hand-held power tools
- Ability to obtain and retain a Department of Defense security clearance at the Secret level
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 40lbs without assistance
- Completion of a background check and physical to operate a company truck
- US Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior US military service, preferably Navy and on a platform utilizing towed sonar systems (submarine or surface ship)
- Experience in the operation, troubleshooting, and/or repair of towed sonar arrays
- Familiarity with the use of Microsoft Office products (O365)
- Fiber Optic Certification