Austal USA · 1 day ago
Test & Activation Specialist I
Austal USA is seeking a Test & Activation Specialist I to perform routine test technician duties under close supervision. The role involves conducting operational tests, troubleshooting, and supporting higher-level Test Specialists in ensuring equipment conformance with specifications.
Shipbuilding
Responsibilities
Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform routine testing, checkout, and trouble-shooting functions of a simple nature
Performs routine operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment to ensure conformance with final product specifications
Utilizes routine manufacturing test or diagnostic equipment specific to the product
May perform limited design activities in support of test equipment/procedures development
Assigned to activities such as production, test, system checkouts, quality control
Conducts defined tests and collects data as assigned
Diagnoses and isolates malfunctions down to the component level
Qualification
Required
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
Basic Mechanical and/or Electrical aptitude is essential
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical and piping system diagrams, schematics and drawings
Desire and ability to work in a shipyard environment required
Ability to maintain proficiency in shipboard engineering plant terminology and operations; retain knowledge of industrial or marine ancillary machinery systems installation and operation required
Preferred
Testing experience in a shipyard, marine, aerospace, industrial/commercial, or off shore oil and gas environment
Two (2) years technical trade or military technical school
Prior Navy, Coast Guard, or Merchant Mariner experience
Basic understanding of ship construction drawings and testing procedures
Basic knowledge of how marine equipment should operate
Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical propulsion and electrical power generating equipment
Knowledge of diesel engines and gas turbines
Knowledge of shipboard damage control systems
Knowledge of hydraulic systems and shipboard deck equipment
Knowledge of Auxiliary and/or HVAC systems
Company
Austal USA
Austal USA is a ship manufacturer headquartered in Mobile, Ala., with service centers in San Diego and Singapore and a technology center in Charlottesville, Va.