The Leidos National Security Sector is seeking an experienced, Electro-Mechanical Technician to work in an arduous duty environment aboard government owned Ocean Surveillance Ships conducting Surveillance Towed Array Sensory System (SURTASS) operations at sea.  Technicians will be on a 6 month on and 3 month off rotating mission, working in excess of 40-hours per week. 

**Selected applicant can reside anywhere within the United States as long as he/she is flexible for deployments and travel.** 

As a member of the SURTASS team, you will be responsible for the following: 

• Perform operations and maintenance of the Ship’s Operation Center and Array Handling systems utilizing common and specialized tools, test equipment, manufacturer’s manuals, schematic diagrams, and government procedures. 

• Primary types of systems include high pressure hydraulic systems with pumps, motor-generator setups delivery power throughout the equipment, and a large winch for deploying and retrieval of equipment.  

• Become qualified in Ship Operation Center and Array Operation positions and participate in the deployment and retrieval of Tow Arrayed evolutions and all other SURTASS operations. 

• Assist supervisor and other program managers in compiling data, procedures, and manuals. 

• Ensure proper maintenance of Logs and Records. 

• May be assigned COMSEC, logistics, or safety collateral duties. 

• Required to participate in Leidos and Government Compliance Training programs. 

• Share common spaces over lengthy deployment periods and work closely with others in a small working area and in a shipboard environment. 

• This position requires close cooperation and working relationships with active-duty military, contractors, and government personnel. 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Graduate of an accredited electrical or mechanical systems trade school or apprenticeship program, or US Navy mechanical program.  

• Have at least 3 years of maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and heating and air conditioning systems. 

• Applicants should have knowledge and hands-on experience in a majority of the following areas: 

• Diagnosing and resolving electrical and hydraulic issues.

• Basic mechanical maintenance to oil systems. 

• Basic understanding of electrical systems. 

• Understanding electrical and mechanical technical drawings. 

• Proficient with personal computers and have a familiarity with operational, schematics, and maintenance publications. 

• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 

• Demonstrate ability to perform assigned taskings. 

• Obtain valid U.S. passport in an expeditious manner. 

• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening 

• Ability to obtain and maintain company provided travel charge cards. 

• Must be capable of passing a Mariner's Physical per COMSCINST 6000.l.c and maintain their medical fitness for this position. 

• Secret Clearance required to start and ability to complete government background investigation and meet eligibility requirements to obtain Top Clearance. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• SURTASS program background  

• Background in EKMS/COMSEC 

• Super High Frequency (SHF) experience  

This position has a starting salary of $68,640