Engineering Technician II (Navy)

Norfolk, VA
Full Time
Technical Solutions
Mid Level
THOR Solutions is actively seeking an Engineering Technician II to provide full-time technical and professional support services at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

This position is contingent upon contract award, anticipated for September 2026.

Typical Responsibilities: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.
  • Conduct field and ship checks in accordance with the Planning Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
  • Perform field investigations to assess existing conditions, confirm requirements, and identify special issues or solutions using ship check and stop work forms.
  • Identify and resolve issues related to Shipboard Hull, Electrical, Mechanical (HM&E), Piping, and Structural systems. Analyze the performance of components, assemblies and systems.
  • Provide technical guidance and review drawings, reports, material requests and other documents for technical adequacy and procedural compliance.
  • Measure and document factors affecting installation and equipment layout, such as distances for cabling and piping. Prepare master sketches showing proposed installations in relation to existing facilities, including all required specifications and dimensions.
  • Compile and maintain records of schematics, installed equipment, operational problems, resources used, and corrective action taken. Prepare inspection reports documenting deficiencies and deviations from original estimates and/or specifications and assemble documentation packages and drawing sets for review and approval.
  • Collaborate with engineering staff and other personnel to resolve technical and operational issues and establish and maintain objective quality evidence to support Continuous Process Improvement and strengthen technical products.
  • Maintain records and visual aids that accurately reflect the status of assigned jobs.
  • Review program and schedule boards to identify and resolve issues and to perform necessary rescheduling.
  • Maintain regular communication with the SME shop foremen, planner estimators, material coordinators, engineering personal (military and civilian), and customers to resolve issues, obtain technical and shop information, explain procedures and delays, and ensure cooperative working relationships among all parties.
  • Compile a post brief detailing outstanding work and forward it to Planners for resolutions.
  • Receive and review automated printout reports to identify inaccuracies, errors, or missing data, and update or correct records as needed.
  • Prepare inspection reports documenting deficiencies and any deviations from original estimates and/or specifications.
  • Prepare and interpret specifications, including calculating weights, volumes, and stress factors.
  • Participate in training and continuing education to stay current with on advancements in Naval Ship Systems.
  • Set up and operate standard and specialized testing equipment, review installation and quality assurance documentation, and demonstrate proficient with test and measurement tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, hydrostatic testers, and vibration analyzers.
  • Assemble documentation packages and produce drawing sets for review and verification by a higher authority.
  • Plan, develop, implement, and manage repair and construction projects, including the scope of work, cost estimating, design concepts, technical requirements, contract preparation and project administration. Prepare technical specifications for complex repair and construction projects in accordance with organizational policies.
  • Installs, repairs, modifies, and opens a variety of locking mechanisms, including safes, vaults, and high-security locks, and establishes keying systems onboard Navy vessels.
     
Location: Onsite at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

Typical Physical Activity: Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g. confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision.

Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay for this position in the identified location(s) is $22.24/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA), and will additionally receive $5.09/hour in "health and welfare" benefits.

Existing SECRET Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. A candidate without a clearance but with highly relevant experience may be considered, but still must obtain a clearance prior to hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
  • High School Diploma or equivalent.
  • Eight (8) years of full-time hands-on technician experience in the assembly, overhaul, repair, modification, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of shipboard systems and equipment.
  • Experience must include the following: Thorough understanding of the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) areas of planning and in-process work. Practical knowledge of Automated Work Request (AWR) write ups of structural, mechanical and electrical engineering concepts practices, regulations, policies, methods, and techniques. General knowledge of work package procedures, blueprints reading, drawings and Navy ships technical manuals to verify technical characteristics of part numbers and required materials for ship maintenance and repairs.
  • Working knowledge in the use of computer hardware and software programs required in the performance of assigned duties i.e. Microsoft Office, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to analyze procedures, methods, and prepare written reports, conduct technical studies and develop sound recommendations.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Paid Time Off (accrued)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
  • Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
  • Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter/Transit Benefits
  • Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Pet Benefits
  • Legal Resources
  • ID Theft Benefits
  • Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
  • Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

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