What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinery Control Systems Technician position at Life Cycle Engineering?
Position Summary
As Machinery Control Systems Technician, you will provide in-service engineering support, testing, training and installation of software upgrades for CVN Machinery Control Systems (MCS) to the Naval Service Warfare Center Philadelphia Division. This position is based in Norfolk, VA.
Contract Requirement
LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way, which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work for 14 years running! Learn more below and at www.lce.com .
Mission
Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.
Culture
Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.
Benefits
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that LCE take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state law . In addition, LCE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. LCE shall also abide by the requirements of 29 CFR Part 471, AppendixA.
As Machinery Control Systems Technician, you will provide in-service engineering support, testing, training and installation of software upgrades for CVN Machinery Control Systems (MCS) to the Naval Service Warfare Center Philadelphia Division. This position is based in Norfolk, VA.
Contract Requirement
- Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- Provide distance and on-site CVN MCS Fleet Technical Support
- Modify, implement and troubleshoot Allen-Bradley and Siemens PLCs
- Support shipboard test procedure development and implementation
- Provide On-The-Job-Training (OJT) and MCS Software Refresher Training
- Perform MCS grooms and assessments such as Pre-Installation Check-Outs (PICOs) and C5RA aboard CVN 68 class ships
- Perform shipboard software upgrades during shipboard alterations of applicable CVN 68 Class Ship Change Documents (SCDs),
- Review and provide updates of all CVN 68 class MCS Integrated Logistic Support (ILS) products, including technical manuals, Preventative Maintenance Systems products, and Allowance Parts Lists (APLs)
- 5 years' experience operating and maintaining MCS field devices, indicators, and control circuits (CVN preferred)
- Active CompTIA Security certification (or ability to obtain)
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Working or supervisory experience with MCS
- Familiarity with basic and advanced features of the MCS software (CVN preferred)
- Demonstrated experience troubleshooting Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
- Demonstrated experience in troubleshooting Allen-Bradley and/or Siemens I/O Devices.
- Working knowledge of ALCATEL Core Ethernet Switches, Hirschman Industrial Ethernet Switches, and the ability to test fiber connections inside and outside the Fiber Optic Connection Plant (FOCP)
- Must be self-motivated and capable of producing quality work with limited supervision.
- Above average skills working with MS Excel Access, Project and Visio
- Supervisory experience with MCS
- Comfortable briefing work and issues with senior Sailors (O4 and above)
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Work will likely require underway (limited at-sea), pier-side, and shipyard time onboard US Naval Vessels.
- Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, lifting (up to 30 pounds), and standing; occasional prolonged sitting. C limbing of vertical ladders, climbing through shipboard hatches/scuttles, and bending are required at various field activities and during on-site shipboard inspections.
- Ability to speak, read, hear and write, with or without assistance
- Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment
LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way, which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work for 14 years running! Learn more below and at www.lce.com .
Mission
Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.
Culture
Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.
Benefits
- Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
- Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
- Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
- Dynamic employee innovation/entrepreneurship program which includes education, empowerment, and monetary rewards
- Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
- Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
- Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
- Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
- Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that LCE take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state law . In addition, LCE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. LCE shall also abide by the requirements of 29 CFR Part 471, AppendixA.