Repair and Production Technician II

ASRC Federal Data Networks Inc is seeking an Engineering Technician to support NATSC at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Newport Division. The successful candidates will be repair/production technicians on towed array repair lines of the Navy Array Technical Support Center (NATSC) at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport. Technicians assigned to specific array product lines or the Hose & Tow Cable Fabrication Shop and will either evaluate and troubleshoot failed module assemblies to the component level and perform repairs, manufacture array module hose assemblies and/or tow cables in accordance with formal work instructions, using conformed materials, and with high standards of quality.  The Engineering Technician II performs standardized or prescribed assignments involving a sequence of related operations, follows standard work methods on recurring assignments but receives explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments. Technical adequacy of routine work is reviewed on completion; non-routine work may be reviewed in progress. This technician performs at this level, one or a combination of such typical duties as: a. Following specific instructions, assembles or constructs simple or standard equipment or parts, servicing or repairing simple instruments or equipment; b. Conducting a variety of tests using established methods, preparing test specimens, adjusting and operating equipment, recording test data, and pointing out deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors; c. Extracting engineering data from various prescribed but non-standardized sources, processing the data following well-defined methods including elementary algebra and geometry, and presenting the data in prescribed form. Compensation: $23.27 an hour $5.09 an hour Health and Welfare bonus   Responsibilities: Be a key player in the repair and production of towed array systems. Troubleshoot and repair module assemblies to the component level. Manufacture and assemble hose and tow cables with precision and adherence to high-quality standards. Work independently on standardized assignments, receiving guidance when needed and ensuring technical adequacy. Construct components, sub-units, or simple models, adapting standard equipment as necessary. Conduct tests and experiments, making minor modifications to test setups and procedures. Extract, compile, and process engineering data, identifying and correcting inconsistencies. Assist in design modifications by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials. Develop information on operational failures and modifications, using judgment and initiative to recognize and resolve data inconsistencies.   Basic Qualifications: High school/vocational school diploma or GED certificate. 0-1 yr of work experience. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret level clearance (minimum of a DOD Interim secret level clearance to start). Proficiency with standard computer operations and Microsoft Office products.   Preferred Qualifications: Completion of soldering and/or fiber-optic termination/connector certification/training. Operational knowledge and experience with industrial equipment used in module hosing/de-hosing, pressure, tension, handling testing, and automated/semi-automated electronic test equipment. Experience in electronic repairs at the component level using copper and fiber optic signal path repair procedures/techniques. Manufacturing experience with hose assemblies and sonar array tow cables, adhering to documented quality standards.   Data Management: Applications will be reviewed in intervals. The first 10 candidates will be considered, followed by subsequent groups of 10.