Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location: Naval Station Norfolk, VA

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 34-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

SA-TECH supports a dynamic U.S. Navy Directorate specializing in design, research, development, testing, and evaluation of experimental watercraft for its DoD clients. We provide full spectrum Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support of various combatant craft, patrol boats, Special Operations Forces platforms and coastal craft, ensuring performance and fleet readiness.

Our Engineering Technician will support our Transportation Group and be responsible for the preventative maintenance, service, repair, troubleshooting, and testing of boat trailers and, if needed, marine inboard and outboard engines. The technician will troubleshoot all trailers and when needed, will also troubleshoot equipment onboard naval small boats and test craft, check functionality of newly installed equipment and evaluate system performance. All work will be performed safely in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

The following job functions are basic requirements (but other duties may be assigned as well):

• Troubleshoot, repair and maintain all boat trailers and associated equipment, including welding and other fabrication and installation processes.
• When needed, troubleshoot equipment onboard naval small boats and test craft, check functionality of newly installed equipment, and evaluate system performance.
• May assist in the installation, service, repair and testing of marine inboard and outboard engines.
• Perform all work safely in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

Work Conditions:

• May be required to work first shift (0700-1530) or second shift (0830-1700). 
• Work will be performed inside and outside enclosed buildings and will vary with the weather if outside and will include physical activity, to include sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and/or reaching. 

Requirements

Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, OEM, or related trade school training preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of repair/fabrication/installation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write and follow technical directives correctly.
• Highly desired/preferred additional skills include:
  • Experience with operating, maintaining and repairing small craft trailers, transporters and prime movers a plus.
  • Experience maintaining a variety of boat trailers.
  • Familiarity with Honda, Yamaha, Mercury, Evinrude and/or other common industry outboard/outdrive motors a plus.
  • OEM Certifications desirable.
  • Familiarity with MTU, Cummins, Caterpillar, or Steyr Diesel Engines a plus.
  • CDL License highly desired, with a clean driving record.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Secret Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

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Working at SA-TECH:

As a highly regarded DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH provides employees with:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Employee Benefits
• Continuous Training and Professional Development
• Ample Career Advancement Opportunities

Highlights of SA-TECH’s employee benefits include:

• Medical plan with excellent prescription coverage
• Dental plan with orthodontics for children
• Vision plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Sick leave
• Flexible PTO options

SA-TECH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.