Job Title: Senior Engineering Marine Mechanical Specialist
Job Location: Naval Base Norfolk, Bldg. V-47
Job Category: Technical Services
Job Status: Full-time, Non-Exempt
This is a contingent hire position which will be dependent on contract award.
Pay range: $68,000 to $79,000 per year
Job Description: Will serve as a Senior Engineering Marine Mechanical Specialist in support of the U.S. Navy Small Boat Waterfront Operations facility located at Naval Base Norfolk. The Senior Engineering Marine Mechanical Specialist will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, testing and prototyping of all types of U.S. Federal Government boats and craft, including the U.S. Navy, Special Operations Command, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Customs and Board Patrol, and other agencies. Specific job requirements will include leading mechanical teams in support of boat checks and inspections, installation, and testing of various mechanical and piping systems and equipment, including engines, pumps, manifolds, control systems, and ancillary components, including trailers, transporters, launch and retrieval systems, stowage systems, maintenance/supply containers/modules, cradles, and aircraft transport and deployment systems.
Required Education: Associate’s degree or an equivalent trade certification from an accredited educational institution in a Diesel Technology or Marine Technology related field of study or a High School diploma or GED equivalent and possess a Marine Diesel Mechanic Certification or Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certification for two or more of the following marine industry leaders:
- Caterpillar
- Cummins
- Detroit Diesel
- Hamilton Jet
- Mercury
- Steyr
- Twin Disc
- Yanmar
- Thrustmaster
- Honda Marine
- Yamaha
- OXE
- KaMeWa
- Volvo
- Scania
Required Certifications: Medically qualified to get underway on a Government vessel.
Desired Certifications: Maintain and possess Merchant Mariners Credential with Assistant Engineer or Designated Duty Engineer Endorsement.
Required Experience: Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of small watercraft mechanical systems in all the following:
- Testing, maintenance, repairs, operations and troubleshooting.
- Leading a mechanical support team.
- Using technical drawings to assist in repairs of craft and in identifying parts for purchase.
Security Clearance/Naval Facility Access: U.S. citizenship required. Must be able to meet and maintain eligibility for U.S. Secret Clearance and/or be able to access military facilities.
Q.E.D. offers competitive benefits including Paid Leave, Medical, Dental, Vision, Short/Long Term Disability, 401(k) retirement plan, Basic Life Insurance, supplemental insurance, and Employee Assistance Program.
Job Contact information: Email, Phone number, Fax – Please send resume to Q.E.D. Systems, Inc. Attention: Robert Council [email protected], (757) 490-5122 Ext. 5477
EOE, including disability and veterans.
Skills Required
- Associate's degree or equivalent trade certification in Diesel Technology or Marine Technology
- Alternatively, high school diploma or GED plus Marine Diesel Mechanic Certification or OEM certifications from at least two listed marine manufacturers
- Medically qualified to get underway on a government vessel
- Minimum seven years of small-watercraft mechanical systems experience
- Experience with testing, maintenance, repairs, operations, and troubleshooting
- Experience leading a mechanical support team
- Experience using technical drawings for repairs and parts identification
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to meet and maintain eligibility for a U.S. Secret Clearance and/or access military facilities
- Merchant Mariners Credential with Assistant Engineer or Designated Duty Engineer endorsement
What We Do
Q.E.D. Systems, Inc. is a nation-wide engineering and technical services firm that has provided high-quality support to government and commercial clients since 1969. Specializing in marine engineering, the company provides alteration development, installation support, and technical documentation. They focus on enhancing the material readiness of surface ships, submarines, and shore-based commands, primarily supporting the U.S. Navy and the maritime industry.
