Machinery Control Systems Technician, Chesapeake

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.

Contract Requirement:

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

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

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)

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

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 the 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

Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience:

Supervisory experience with MCS

Comfortable briefing work and issues with senior Sailors (O4 and above)

Physical Demands and Expectations:

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 to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing; occasional prolonged sitting. C limbing of vertical ladders, climbing through shipboard hatches/scuttles, and bending are 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 required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING

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 14 years running! Learn more below and at .

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, Vacation, 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

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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, AppendixA.