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Description

SAIC is seeking an **Engineering Technician VI** to support Boat Operations and Maintenance during test events in the open ocean for the US Navy Autonomous Systems. This effort will provide boat operation services during at-sea testing of an unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV), including mobilization, demobilization, boat operations, boat maintenance, logistics, test planning, and fabrication of test fixtures and components. This role is **ONSITE** in **San Diego, CA. Must be local.**

JOB DUTIES:

+ Perform boat operations efforts on inland or coastal waters.

+ Maintain a safe speed and course while supporting boat operations.

+ Monitor weather conditions and adjust course as necessary.

+ Ensure the vessel's safety equipment is in working order.

+ Communicate with other vessels via radio and other means during boat operations.

+ Perform basic maintenance and repair on diesel and outboard engines.

+ Carry out navigational tasks as required.

+ Able to work beyond an (9) hour workday as required.

+ Coordinating pre-deployment test briefs.

+ Conducting equipment and vessel checks during and after test evolutions.

+ Providing in support of UUV testing.

+ Troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of boat failures.

+ Identifying and facilitating vendors to provide vessel maintenance.

+ Fabrication of test fixtures and deployment mechanisms.

+ Performing routine maintenance checks on project support vessels and equipment.

+ Deployment of UUVs and other project equipment and vehicles.

+ Maintenance and repair of various autonomous equipment and deployable vehicles.

Qualifications

**REQUIREMENTS** :

+ Must be a U.S. Citizen.

+ Minimum four (4) years of open-water boat operations experience.

+ Two (4) years of experience as a Deck Hand in rigging and deck equipment for deployment and retrieval in a maritime/water environment.

+ Able to obtain a Secret Clearance after start, active DoD SECRET clearance preferred.

+ Experience with advanced boat operations techniques and handling.

+ Able to work on boat in the open ocean for a minimum of 9 hours a day.

+ Familiar with general electronics equipment including multimeters and hand tools.

+ Experience with boat launch, recovery and trailering.

+ Must be able to work independently and with a team as required.

DESIRED SKILLS:

+ Six (6) years of demonstrated experience holding a boat coxswain or captain qualification from a military or civilian source operating jet drive and prop propulsion units.

+ Knowledge of crane and rigging operations, including rigging loads for lifts.

+ Certified Mercury Technician experience.

+ Cummins and Yanmar Diesel Engine Technician experience.

+ Maritime Institute 100 Ton Captains Course.

+ Hamilton Jet Configuration and Service experience.

+ Forklift certified

+ Familiar with MS Office products, to include Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Target salary range: $80,001 - $120,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

REQNUMBER: 2600430

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