Machinery Control Systems Technician

Machinery Control Systems Technician Position Summary

As Machinery Control Systems Technician, you will provide in-service engineering support, testing, training and installation of software upgrades for CVN Machinery Control Systems (MCS) to the Naval Service Warfare Center Philadelphia Division. This position is based in Norfolk, VA.

• Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance

• Provide distance and on‑site CVN MCS Fleet Technical Support
• Modify, implement and troubleshoot Allen‑Bradley and Siemens PLCs
• Support shipboard test procedure development and implementation
• Provide On‑The‑Job‑Training (OJT) and MCS Software Refresher Training
• Perform MCS grooms and assessments such as Pre‑Installation Check‑Outs (PICOs) and C5RA aboard CVN 68 class ships
• Perform shipboard software upgrades during shipboard alterations of applicable CVN 68 Class Ship Change Documents (SCDs)
• Review and provide updates of all CVN 68 class MCS Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) products, including technical manuals, Preventative Maintenance Systems products, and Allowance Parts Lists (APLs)

• 5+ years’ experience operating and maintaining MCS field devices, indicators, and control circuits (CVN preferred)
• Active CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working or supervisory experience with MCS
• Familiarity with basic and advanced features of the MCS software (CVN preferred)
• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting Allen‑Bradley and/or Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting Allen‑Bradley and/or Siemens I/O Devices
• Working knowledge of ALCATEL Core Ethernet Switches, Hirschman Industrial Ethernet Switches, and ability to test fiber connections inside and outside the Fiber Optic Connection Plant (FOCP)
• Must be self‑motivated and capable of producing quality work with limited supervision
• Above average skills working with MS Excel, Access, Project and Visio

• Supervisory experience with MCS
• Comfortable briefing work and issues with senior Sailors (O4 and above)

• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Work will likely require underway (limited at‑sea), pier‑side, and shipyard time onboard US Naval Vessels
• Regular physical activity including walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), standing; occasional prolonged sitting; climbing of vertical ladders, climbing through shipboard hatches/scuttles, and bending required at various field activities and during on‑site shipboard inspections
• 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 requested as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

• 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
• Dynamic employee innovation/entrepreneurship program which includes education, empowerment, and monetary rewards
• 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.

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).…