Ship Checker
Position Summary:
As a Ship Checker you will conduct ship checks of work notifications onboard Navy Vessels in support of QED's National Planning Activity (NPA) Department and the Planner/Estimator work item development. A ship check consists of examining the affected equipment, system piping, and ship's structure to accurately estimate the amount of consumable materials that will be required. As a Ship Checker, you will aspire to the role of Planner/Estimator after developing the requisite experience.
Clearance Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid US Passport

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Conduct ship checks onboard Navy vessels in direct support of the Planners to validate the work notification, determine the scope of repair, and provide the Planner with amplifying information to aid in work item development, using applicable drawings and references,
• Identify interferences and any other special circumstances that will impact the planning process and work item development
• Document the ship checks with detailed information and photographs on the approved ship check forms in PDF format that can be used in the work item development and uploaded into Navy Maintenance Database (NMD) by the Planners.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of education in a technical/vocational school, apprentice training, U.S. Navy or equivalent
• Knowledge of Navy ship compartmentation and lay-out
• Knowledge of Navy Structural, Mechanical, Piping, and Electrical systems
• Ability to read, understand, and validate a work notification and to determine the scope of work contained within the work notification
• Comprehensive writing and communication skills capable of both verbal and written findings and recommendations.
• Familiar with Microsoft Office and Adobe programs including word processing
• Self-starter with the ability to work well with others
• Must have a current and valid Driver's License

Preferred Education, Skills and Experience:

• Associates degree or higher

Physical Demands & Expectations:

• Up t0 20% Travel may be required (Includes up to 10% overseas travel)
• 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 US Navy Ship ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces
• Must be able to conduct Ship Checks as required/desired by Management which may include travel, extended work hours and weekend/holiday work
• Ability to speak, read, hear and write, with or without assistance
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.
L IFE CYCLE E NGINEERING
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" for 17 years running! Learn more below and at www.lce.com.

Mission
Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.
Culture
Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.
Benefits

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
• Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
• Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
• Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
• Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
• Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
• Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
• Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
• Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more...

*Benefits may vary by business unit and location. http://www.lce.com/Employee_Benefits_358.html
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that LCE take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state law . In addition, LCE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. LCE shall also abide by the requirements of 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A.