NDI is seeking an experienced Engineering Technician IV to provide technical support for Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Diminishing Manufacturing Sources and Material Shortages (DMSMS) engineering activities in support of the Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) MK2 suite of equipment. The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on technical expertise, experience with obsolescence analysis, and a solid understanding of SSDS hardware and software.
This position is an on-site position based out of Virginia Beach, VA. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain an active DOD security clearance. Role and Responsibilities: - Conduct obsolescence assessments for SSDS MK2 equipment as part of the SSDS COTS Working Groups (SCWG)
- Prepare and maintain meeting agendas, action item trackers, and minutes
- Develop engineering documentation including Ship Change Documents (SCDs), Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs), and Problem Reports (PRs)
- Participate in engineering reviews and assist in developing documentation required for COTS component procurement
- Provide technical support for sustainment engineering solutions
- Validate and certify hardware repair effectiveness
- Support material acquisition activities for COTS/DMSMS cases
- Recommend solutions for COTS and DMSMS issues contributing to long-term system sustainment
Qualifications and Requirements: - High School Diploma or GED required
- Ten (10) years of full-time, hands-on professional experience in installation, troubleshooting, repairing, and/or testing major systems or equipment
- Experience substitutions:
- Bachelor's degree: 6 years experience required
- Associate's degree: 8 years experience required - Experience with FROST or other government databases
- Knowledge of DMSMS processes and obsolescence research
- Proficient in configuration management practices
- Strong understanding of SSDS hardware/software to identify DMSMS solutions, including component-level and higher-level redesign scenarios
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Pay: $95,000 - $105,000
