Mid-Level Marine Electrician - (Newport News, VA)

Experienced Engineering Technician – US Navy Support

Serco is hiring an Experienced Engineering Technician to support U.S. Navy ships in Newport News, VA. The role involves cabling, equipment, and C5ISR system installations, providing manual labor and general maintenance for shipboard critical missions.

Responsibilities

Perform troubleshooting and correct malfunctions.

Conduct tests or experiments, adjust test setups, select and operate standard test equipment, and record test data.

Perform electrical work on ships, boats, and marine equipment, repairing wiring and restoring power to engines and navigation systems.

Gather and maintain engineering records, compute data using specified formulas, and plot data and simple curves.

Operate and adjust simple test equipment, recording data for routine tasks such as tensile or hardness tests.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Ability to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret clearance.

Ability to access shipyards (NAVSTA & DBIDS) and pass background investigation and drug screening.

OSHA 10 certification.

Respirator qualification and continuous use of PPE.

Experience in electrical work in a related field and shipboard experience.

A2 years of combined experience in :

Fiber optic, RJ‑45, DB type connectors

Reading drawings (Tradesman level)

QCI instruction of lower techs

Implement safety program / SRAR Qual / CP

Preliminary QA testing, MCTs, space closeouts

Multipin competency

Electrical testing requirements (e.g., ground checks, RSPT testing)

Layout & cutting of electrical enclosures, electrical hook‑ups, meter knowledge

Reading drawings (Apprentice level)

Band / pack MCTs / RISE

Layout & mount small equipment as needed

Basic knowledge of tools, QA documents, meter, and safety procedures

Active participation in safety surveillance & walk‑throughs

Familiarization with NAVSEA concepts and procedures for electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.

Ability to work in high heat spaces, climb shipyard dry dock stairs / ladders, kneel below decks, and lift up to 50 pounds.

Strong safety orientation.

Willingness to travel up to 10% to various work sites.

Ability to travel to Newport News, VA.

Additional Desired Experience and Skills

Active DoD Secret clearance.

OSHA certification.

Fiber optic certification.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in defense, citizen services, and transportation. We help clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing end‑customer satisfaction.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Serco is an equal‑opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Engineering and Information Technology

Benefits Highlights

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Robust vacation and sick leave benefits and flexible work arrangements where permitted

401(k) plan with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement program

Life and disability coverage

Optional coverages such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and critical illness insurance

Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits

Employee Assistance Plan with counseling services

Salary Range

The base salary range for this position is available at the top of the posting. Actual base salary will be determined by role scope, experience, job‑related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market.

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