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Basic Qualifications

Associate's degree in related discipline or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS :

Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

Help make the technologies, products and services that make a difference. That's the opportunity that's waiting for you at General Dynamics Mission Systems. We help our nation's heroes keep our nation safe by creating solutions so advanced, they redefine innovation for the world. It's an amazing challenge. And it's waiting for you now.

We apply advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, AR / VR, Cloud Native and Quantum Physics to solve our customers' missions in cyber, RF, undersea, interstellar and everything in between.

General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a LCS Mission Package General Technician at Port Hueneme Naval Station Oxnard, CA. This position provides an opportunity to further advance the cutting-edge technology that supports some of our nation's core defense / intelligence services and systems. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND TASKS :

The LCS DEPS Mission Package General Technician will engage in Maintenance, Mission Module Movements / Embarks and Debarks, Pre-embark Staging, Maintenance Planning, Fly-Away / Distance Support and Logistic Engineering Support. The candidate will perform a variety of duties in Corrective Maintenance, Emergent Repair, and Preventative Maintenance involving GDMS Mission Module support of Littoral Combat Ship (LCS).

• Assists in the development, implementation, installs, tests, modifies and / or operates complex equipment and systems
• Participates on the engineering work team and supports other team members in experimental design, materials, equipment setup / maintenance and related issues
• Installs and removes MM equipment on LCS ships
• Performs a variety of equipment / process operations involving an application or technical skills in a specific area (electrical, software, manufacturing, optical, etc.)
• Construct, modify, debug, test and adjust a variety of tools and equipment given appropriate drawings, parts and instructions
• Implements basic practical solutions for process improvement
• Conducts and documents experiments under guidance of senior technician
• Constructs basis tooling and fixtures to accomplish unique tasks
• Works under general supervision

The candidate will be based in Port Hueneme, Ca Naval Base and will support the LCS platforms, including travel to other domestic ports and OCONUS ports as appropriate. The selected candidate will be expected to travel 40% of the time supporting Littoral Combat Ships (LCS-class ships) and will work within the parameters and rules common to U.S. Naval vessels.

Performs physically demanding work including working in tight, restricted access quarters onboard a US Navy warship and other spaces (e.g., RIB engine compartment), climbing 20 ft. ladders and standing for long periods of time on a Navy ship or pier lifting 50 lbs. or more. As required, candidates hired for a specific position must be able to pass forklift and / or Category II or III Crane operator's physical and proficiency tests. Travel will be required to other Navy bases and deployed sites. Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance and be able to travel 40% of time.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

This position will require the ability to work from tech manuals, vendor documentation, schematics, and engineering drawing to supports the ship's maintenance efforts. The LCS DEPS Mission Module Maintenance Technician will be expected to be proficiency in test equipment operations, cable repair / rework, and connector repair / rework. Additional duties may be assigned, including but not limited to logistics, material, and safety responsibilities as it relates to the Mission Modules.

The LCS DEPS Mission Package Maintenance Technician will be expected to become completely familiar with their system, with the goal of becoming the Subject Matter Expert (SME).

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Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $31.25 - USD $31.25 / Hr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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