THOR Solutions is actively seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician (Hydraulics) with U.S. Navy shipboard experience to provide full-time support for U.S. Naval shipboard auxiliary equipment at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

Typical Responsibilities: The candidate’s responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) performing or supporting the following actions:

• Provide Full-Time Onsite Support as well as Surge Support as tasked for the following Code 254 cognizant equipment.

• Conduct Fleet Technical Assistance on-site or via distance support as required, to include engineering/technical evaluations, equipment functional checks, troubleshooting, test, analysis, and equipment repairs as tasked.

• Conduct pre-job briefings.

• Conduct Assessments, Inspections, and Grooms determining equipment condition and out of specification settings; observe operation of the equipment by ship's force to witness the full range of performance, when possible; utilize appropriate measuring equipment to obtain data for evaluation; evaluate findings and make adjustments & repairs to the maximum extent possible during the time available.

• Provide Onboard Maintenance Training (OBMT) to Ship's Force technicians in the operation, repair, and maintenance. Perform/provide support during shipboard auxiliary systems tasking including TSRA, INSURV and Tech Assist events.

• Analyze and review inspection data to determine source of fault, and recommend repair, replacement, or other corrective action.

• Suggest equipment engineering changes toward improving quality and reliability and to facilitate installation, maintenance, and repair.

• Assist with the preparation and adjudication of Departures from Specifications (DFS), Engineering Support Requests (ESRs), and review of work items/process control procedures (PCPs) when required, including development of risk assessment.

• Report findings/discrepancies as required to the designated Team Leader and/or Branch Head of MARMC 254 via Material Assessment Form (MAF), Prisms/ETC Software, TAAS-Info, debrief and/or Technical Assistance Visit Report (TAVR).

Location: Primarily onsite at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

Security Clearance Requirements: 

• Must already possess an active or interim SECRET security clearance and maintain it for the duration of employment.

Required Education, Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: 

• High school diploma/GED equivalent.

• At least five (5) years of recent, relevant hands-on mechanical experience within the last seven (7) years in the operation, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and assessing of US Navy Auxiliary equipment including, but not limited to:

• Shipboard Hydraulic Systems, Hydraulic Controls Systems, Steering Systems, Anchor Windlass Systems, and Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) Systems.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret wiring diagrams, control schematics and plans and the ability as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to troubleshoot, analyze and provide distance support for listed equipment.

• Ability to utilize computers including the Microsoft Office Suite for compiling information for reports and history files and transfer digital pictures from camera to computer and enhance as required and label them for report purposes.

• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.

Travel Requirements:

• Up to 10% travel is anticipated.

Typical Physical Activity:

• Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: traversing shipboard environments (e.g. confined spaces, ladders, hatches) or vision.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays

• 401(k) with employer match

• Medical Insurance (3 plan options)

• Dental Insurance (2 plan options

• Vision Insurance Plan

• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Commuter Benefits

• Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

• Supplemental life insurance

• Pet Benefits

• Legal Resources and ID Theft benefits

• Employee Assistant and Work-Life Program

• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Employee Referral Program

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetics, disability status, or status as a protected veteran. THOR complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) is the law.

THOR is proud to be a Veteran-Friendly Employer. THOR does not discriminate against a qualified applicant because of their status as a protected veteran, or their relationship or association with a protected veteran. This includes spouses and other family members.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

If you would like to view a copy of THOR’s affirmative action plan, please email recruiting@thorsolutions.us.

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