NAVWAR · 1 day ago
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Portsmouth, VA
Part-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expNAVWAR is seeking an Engineering Technician to serve in the Rapid Innovation Branch at Norfolk Naval Shipyard. The role involves developing CAD models, operating prototyping equipment, assisting in long-range planning, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate records of prototyping projects.
GovernmentNon Profit
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will develop Computer Aided Design (CAD) models and the Technical Documentation Package (TDP) using techniques to optimize 3D printing capabilities
You will operate and maintain a range of prototyping equipment, including CNC machines, 3D printers, laser cutters, and other fabrication tools
You will assist management personnel with long range planning of rapid prototyping equipment selection, procurement, infrastructure modification and equipment installation, instruction, and utilization
You will manage inventory of build materials and supplies, ensuring availability for upcoming projects
You will keep accurate records of prototyping projects, including design files, material usage, estimated cost, and production times
You will participate in discussions and meetings with staff members as necessary to obtain pertinent details of projects assigned
Qualification
Required
Must be a US Citizen
Must be determined suitable for federal employment
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program
New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check
Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level
Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326
Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
This is a bargaining unit position
You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty
You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift
Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present
This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-10 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
Experience applying CAD modeling practices and programs, including but not limited to Solid Edge, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Inventor, CAD/CAM software (e.g. Mastercam, Fusion 360) etc
Experience utilizing slicing software (e.g. Cura, Simplify3D) and posting processing techniques for 3D printed parts
Experience with 3D scanning hardware and software and interpreting engineering drawings and visualizing objects in three dimensions
Experience understanding material properties, behaviors, applications, and limitations of plastics, metals, composites, resins, etc
Experience interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerance (GD&T) as it relates to engineering and shop tooling drawings
Experience providing technical expertise to management officials and skills in oral and written communication
Experience planning, organizing, and establishing priorities on assignments of substantial variety and complexity
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package
Access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding
Company
NAVWAR
NAVWAR's mission is to identify, develop, deliver and sustain information warfare capabilities and services that enable naval, joint, coalition and other national missions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alex Phipps
Deputy Chief Technology Officer
Malcolm Potts
Chief Of Staff and Chief Operating Officer, Fleet Readiness Directorate
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