Overview Be the Difference Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S. Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer Technician to provide full life cycle technical support for all types of combatant craft, boats, watercraft, amphibious vessels/vehicles, Patrol Coastal Class ships, specialty craft/vessels, life rafts, inflatable craft, unmanned vessels/vehicles, and associated craft and mission systems to the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division's Combatant Craft Division. JOB DETAILS LOCATION: Virginia Beach, VA JOB STATUS: FT TRAVEL: 0% JOB SUMMARY The Senior Mechanical Engineer Technician will perform assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed, selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents, receives initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed, performs recurring work independently. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Experience: Minimum of 7 years of full-time professional experience as a Mechanical Engineering Technician, with specific expertise in: Watercraft Propulsion Systems: Propellers, shafts, and reduction gears Auxiliary Equipment and Systems: Raw water and potable water systems Engine exhaust and fuel systems Lube oil systems Air conditioning and air handling systems Compressed air systems Heating and cooling systems Hydraulic systems All fluid systems General support equipment Clearance: Must possess an active Secret Clearance DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS Ability to work independently and as part of a team under project deadlines. Experience supporting test and evaluation of maritime mechanical systems. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities include providing mechanical systems engineering technician support for watercraft engineering and marine services. Areas of support may include: Propulsion Systems: Propellers, shafts, and reduction gears Auxiliary Equipment and Systems: Raw water and potable water systems Engine exhaust and fuel systems Lube oil systems Air conditioning and air handling systems Compressed air systems Heating and cooling systems Hydraulic systems All fluid systems General support equipment What We Offer Competitive salaries Continuing education assistance Professional development allotment Multiple healthcare benefits packages 401K with employer matching Flex time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule Who We Are At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves. We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success. Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world! Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.