Marine Electronics Technician – MTP3

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

. Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures for U.S.

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeChesapeake • Virginia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $45,791 - $58,136 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting electrical systems aboard naval vessels, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality compliance. Proficient in reading technical documents and blueprints, and capable of effective communication with team members and supervisors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Electrical Distribution Systems MaintenanceBlueprint and Technical Document InterpretationDoD Secret Security ClearanceHigh-Voltage and Low-Voltage TroubleshootingFiber-Optic Cable Installation

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Hard Skills

Electrical System InstallationTroubleshooting Electrical EquipmentCable Run PlanningMCT and MCP ModificationConnector FabricationMultimeter and Megger UsageHigh-Voltage Electrical RepairLow-Voltage Electrical RepairQuality Document CompletionSafety Procedure Compliance

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

MultimeterMeggerFiber-Optic ConnectorsCopper Connectors

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret Security ClearanceNAVSEA Fiber Optic CertificationMultipin Connector Fabrication CertificationNAVSEA Cableway Improvement Program CertificationsOSHA 10 Maritime Certification

Industry Keywords

U.S. Navy Fleet ModernizationShipboard AlterationsElectrical and Electronic SystemsShipyard Access CredentialsControlled Work Packages

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Install, operate, maintain, repair, and modify equipment and structures for U.S. Navy fleet modernization on surface ships
Perform shipboard alterations and installations of electrical, electronic, and communication systems
Work with experienced trades personnel on complex modernization tasks across multiple systems
Travel to shipyards and military bases in the Hampton Roads region, throughout the United States, and internationally as needed
Read and use blueprints, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, controlled work packages, technical documents, test documents, reports, and task/trip reports
Troubleshoot and diagnose systems and equipment
Inspect completed work for conformance to specifications
Maintain effective communication with supervisors and managers
Remove, plan, execute, install, and modify electrical cables, cableways, conductors, connectors, strain relief, fasteners, and equipment aboard naval vessels
Disconnect, repair, install, and reconnect electrical and data conductors on existing and new equipment
Perform complicated and non-routine tasks, including duties outside the specialty, to complete assignments
Complete quality documents for reporting and work verification
Follow company and shipyard safety and quality procedures

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma, trade school, or equivalent
4 years of related shipboard electrical experience
Must have a DoD Secret security clearance and maintain it throughout employment
Must obtain shipyard and base access credentials within 30 days of start date and maintain them
Must travel 50%–75% when not assigned to local tasking
Must provide hand tools and trade-specific PPE
Experience installing, removing, troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing high- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems, associated equipment, and cabling
Working knowledge of drawings, blueprints, wire connection sheets, run sheets, technical manuals, engineering sketches, charts, work orders, and instructions
Familiarity with planning and laying out cable runs, preparing areas for welding, and assisting with attachment
Experience installing, opening, modifying, and logging MCTs, MCPs, and stuffing tubes and completing final-inspection tests
Proficiency in electrically disconnecting and reconnecting equipment and completing supporting OQE
Experience fabricating multipin copper connectors and installing fiber-optic cable and single- and multimode fiber-optic connectors
Experience using multimeters, meggers, and testing procedures safely
Ability to communicate technical work aspects with Team Leads and co-workers
Must be a U.S. citizen
Ability to lift, carry, and transport at least 30 lbs
Ability to work on and climb ladders, in extreme temperatures, aboard ships, in shipyards, industrial conditions, confined spaces, high heat, humidity, noise, and dirty conditions
May need to work aloft or over vessel sides, ride ships at sea for extended periods, and wear a respirator
Preferred: current NAVSEA Fiber Optic certification
Preferred: multipin connector fabrication certification per NAVSEA STD 009-73
Preferred: NAVSEA Cableway Improvement Program certifications
Preferred: vocational school or skilled trades certificate program completion
OSHA 10 Maritime Certification is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Per diem provided based on location
All travel and lodging expenses fully covered by the company
Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation occasionally offered for qualified positions
Valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth