Job Summary

You will serve as a ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL) in the Temporary Services /Steam Plant Cleanliness Branch (Code 269), Fluid/Mechanical Engineering and Planning Division (Code 260), Office of Chief Engineer (Code 240), Engineering and Planning Department (Code 200) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD.

Job Description

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Designing, specifying, and installing temporary service systems (including high-pressure air, breathing air, temporary cooling water manifolds, and steam lines) to support nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers during shipyard availabilities and drydock periods. Troubleshooting and resolving complex mechanical and utility system failures on the waterfront, evaluating operational data to recommend and implement engineering solutions that comply with NAVSEA and SUBSAFE safety parameters. Coordinating cross-functionally with production shops (such as Shipfitters, Pipefitters, and Machinists) and related engineering disciplines (structural and electrical) to integrate temporary ship-to-shore utility hookups safely and efficiently. Researching and procuring specialized mechanical components and Level I/SUBSAFE materials utilizing DoD material databases (such as MAT, OneTouch, and WebFLIS), ensuring strict compliance with military ordering codes and quality assurance requirements. Evaluating and applying the latest technological developments, testing methods, and engineering precedents to modernize waterfront utility distribution, mitigate operational risks, and reduce cost and lead times. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series AND https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/files/all-professional-engineering-positions-0800.pdf Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.