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Shipboard Diesel Engine Technician (Navy/DoD)

THOR Solutions, LLC
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
THOR Solutions is actively seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician with expertise in Navy shipboard diesel engines to support the Naval Special Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWC-PD) in San Diego, CA. The Technician will provide full-time onsite contracted support to NSWCPD.

This position is associated with an upcoming contract that THOR is pursuing, with an expected start in early January 2026. We are conducting preliminary, “contingent” hiring for roles associated with this contract. The work start is dependent upon THOR being awarded this contract.

Typical Responsibilities: May include (but are not limited to) the following actions:

  • Provide DRS support in the development and updating of Propulsion, Power and Diesel Engines Systems technical and ILS documentation.
  • Technical and logistics documentation to be updated includes but is not limited to:
    • Technical Manuals
    • Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS)
    • Depot Level Maintenance Standards (MS)
    • Technical Repair Standards (TRS)
    • Process Control Procedures
    • Class Standard Work Templates
    • PMS (MIPs & MRCs)
    • EOSS
    • APLs.
  • Provide the technical support necessary to incorporate changes to this documentation resulting from feedbacks, advisories, technical bulletins, Technical Warrant Holder (TWH) guidance, hardware configuration changes resulting from alteration installations, and other situations that arise which require the updating of technical and logistics support documentation.
  • Provide assistance with the development and tracking of DRS Plan of Action and Milestones (POAMs) for related Propulsion, Power and Diesel Engines Systems programs and projects
Location: Primarily onsite at THOR local office in San Diego, CA.

Travel: Up to 25% travel anticipated, for 1-2 week durations, to CONUS and OCONUS locations including: Philadelphia, PA, Beloit, WI, Detroit, MI, Peoria, IL, Washington DC, Norfolk, VA, Mayport, FL, San Diego, CA, Everett, WA, Pearl Harbor, HI, Bahrain, Sasebo, Japan, Yokosuka, Japan, Singapore, and various Naval facilities and ship new construction yard facilities.

Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches) or vision.

Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $36.72 - $43.20/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.

Eligibility for a SECRET Security Clearance is Required: This position requires eligibility for a Secret security clearance, to be obtained after hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

  • High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • At least ten (10) years of recent, relevant hands-on experience in the area of diesel propulsion and power generating systems.
  • Four (4) years of experience with US Navy diesel engine applications, specifically FM-Pielstick, FMOP, Caterpillar, MTU and/or Isotta Fraschini.
  • Three (3) years of experience supporting the US Navy DRS Program. To include experience with the following:
    • Shipboard Automated Maintenance Manager (SAMM)
    • Conducting DOCTOR diesel engine performance analyses (DEPA)
    • Reviewing DOCTOR combustion analysis data and providing technical recommendations to correct out-of–parameter conditions.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.
Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Paid Time Off (accrued)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
  • Medical Insurance (3 plan options) TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
  • Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter/Transit Benefits
  • Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Pet Benefits
  • Legal Resources
  • ID Theft Benefits
  • Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
  • Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

Salary : $37 - $43

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