Engineering Technician - Shipboard

General Dynamics Information Technology
Norfolk, VA
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Pipeline
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN

This is a waterfront shipboard construction and re-modernization position, working within shipyards and drydocks onboard U.S. Naval ships. The incumbent will be working in varying temperatures of high heat in the summer and cold in the winter preforming the following tasks:

  • Installs, maintains, repairs, overhauls, troubleshoots, modifies, constructs and tests various types of electrical, electronic, and mechanical equipment and related devices.
  • Applies technical knowledge of electronics principles to put equipment in operational condition and solve complex problems.
  • Troubleshoots and corrects malfunctions using specialized test and diagnostic equipment.
  • Modifies circuitry to improve performance.
  • Makes recommendations for improvements or modifications to correct problems.
  • Provides operation and maintenance instruction to customer personnel.
  • Prepares operating and malfunction reports and related documentation.
  • Assists engineering staff in determining and solving equipment design problems.
  • May perform quality assurance testing of assemblies and equipment fabricated by other technicians.
  • May provide work leadership to less-experienced technicians.
    Participates in special projects, as required.

1+ years of related experience

Associates Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training or work experience.

Must be a US Citizen

Ability to obtain Secret security clearance


GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

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Work Requirements

Years of Experience

1 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

Travel Required

50-75%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Posted 2026-02-18

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