Engineering Technician - DDG51 PSA Support

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Engineering Technician - DDG51 PSA Support based in United States.

The Engineering Technician will provide technical support for Post-Shakedown Availability (PSA) activities involving DDG51 Class ships. This role supports the development and implementation of technical requirements for newly constructed U.S. Navy surface ships following construction and pre-trial events. You will work closely with Navy stakeholders, project managers, hull managers, and engineering support organizations to coordinate waterfront activities and resolve technical requirements. The position combines hands-on knowledge of shipboard equipment with planning, testing, technical coordination, and status reporting. Frequent travel to major waterfront locations will be a core part of the role, with both on-site and remote responsibilities. This is an opportunity to contribute directly to the readiness, testing, and continued operational support of critical naval platforms.

The Engineering Technician will support PSA planning and execution while coordinating technical activities across Navy stakeholders, project teams, and engineering organizations.

• Schedule and support PSA activities at waterfront locations for newly constructed DDG51 Class ships.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support during ship trial events and related activities.
• Support the development and implementation of technical requirements for DDG51 Class ships entering PSA status.
• Participate in routine sponsor meetings and provide relevant technical input.
• Participate in daily technical status reviews with Navy stakeholders.
• Coordinate with engineering organizations and hull managers to develop, modify, and implement technical requirements for DDG51 HM&E systems.
• Apply practical knowledge of shipboard machinery and systems to support testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical assessments.
• Coordinate activities, requirements, and technical information across project stakeholders.
• Support the resolution of technical issues arising during PSA and ship trial activities.
• Maintain clear communication and status reporting throughout planning and execution activities.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience with U.S. Navy surface ship HM&E systems, along with the technical knowledge and adaptability needed to support complex shipboard testing and engineering activities.

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of relevant experience; alternatively, an Associate’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience or a high school diploma with 9 years of relevant experience.
• Prior experience operating, maintaining, testing, and repairing HM&E equipment installed on U.S. Navy surface ships.
• Experience developing, reviewing, or conducting formal tests of HM&E equipment aboard U.S. Navy surface ships.
• Demonstrated experience with surface ship systems, including gas turbine propulsion, machinery control, and other HM&E systems.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 50–70% of the time within the continental United States.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Active U.S. Department of Defense SECRET security clearance.
• Strong technical communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Navy stakeholders, project managers, engineers, and technical teams.
• Ability to work independently in both remote and waterfront environments.
• Graduate-level training from a trade or industrial school for engineering is a plus.

Benefits:

• Salary range of $71,800–$112,150 per year.
• Full-time remote position with candidates considered across the continental United States.
• Opportunity to support DDG51 Class naval platforms and mission-critical defense programs.
• Health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits.
• Paid leave and work-life programs.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee recognition and award programs.
• Opportunities for growth and continued technical development.
• Regular remote work combined with on-site support at waterfront locations.
• Travel opportunities to support ship trial activities in locations including Mayport, FL; Norfolk, VA; and Pascagoula, MS.

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