Test & Activation Specialist III

Austal • Mobile, AL

2d

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of complex test technician duties in support of Test Engineers. Works from limited documentation, written or verbal instruction, schematics, rough sketches, diagrams, layouts, and plans often requiring interpretation and application of comprehensive knowledge and practical understanding of electronic theory and principles. May work on analog, digital and/or video type circuitry and logic systems. Performs operational tests and fault isolation on systems and equipment to ensure conformance with final product specification. Conducts complex product testing requiring improvisation of procedures, components, parts or apparatus and determines methods or actions to rectify malfunctions. May provide design details where lacking and recommend modifications to engineering design as necessary. May perform a variety of test engineering support activities. Selects and sets up test apparatus or devices/test equipment to test and evaluate the performance and reliability of product. Sets up specialized test equipment for checkout of non-routine assemblies and systems. May provide technical assistance to lower level technicians.

Requirements

• Four (4) years Test and Activation experience in a shipyard environment.
• Proficient working knowledge of shipboard engineering plant terminology and operations
• Proficient working knowledge of industrial or marine ancillary machinery systems installation and operation.
• Adept in ability to read and interpret electrical and piping system diagrams, schematics and drawings and testing procedures.
• Strong knowledge of diesel engines and gas turbines.
• 18 years of age or older at time of application
• Able to provide proof of US Person Status
• No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date
• No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date
• Willing to submit to a drug screen
• Willing to submit to a background check
• The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Navy, Coast Guard or Merchant Mariner experience desirable

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of complex test technician duties in support of Test Engineers.
• Works from limited documentation, written or verbal instruction, schematics, rough sketches, diagrams, layouts, and plans often requiring interpretation and application of comprehensive knowledge and practical understanding of electronic theory and principles.
• Performs operational tests and fault isolation on systems and equipment to ensure conformance with final product specification.
• Conducts complex product testing requiring improvisation of procedures, components, parts or apparatus and determines methods or actions to rectify malfunctions.
• May provide design details where lacking and recommend modifications to engineering design as necessary.
• May perform a variety of test engineering support activities.
• Selects and sets up test apparatus or devices/test equipment to test and evaluate the performance and reliability of product.
• Sets up specialized test equipment for checkout of non-routine assemblies and systems.
• May provide technical assistance to lower level technicians.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed