Engineering Technician III
Leidos · Newport, RI
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Engineering Technician III
@ LeidosEngineering Technician III
About the job
Leidos is a leader in digital and mission innovations, supporting government and commercial clients worldwide. This role focuses on repairing Navy towed sonar arrays, troubleshooting complex circuits, and working with sensor assemblies at NATSC, supporting national security and technological advancements.
Requirements
- 1-3 years in electrical/electronic systems
- Proficiency with computer and Office tools
- Ability to follow work instructions
- Active Secret Clearance or ability to get one
- High school diploma or GED
Qualifications
- Experience in electronic repair
- Soldering and fiber-optic training preferred
- Experience with industrial/test equipment
- Ability to troubleshoot complex circuits
- Good communication skills
Full job description
Description
Program Overview
The Naval Array Technical Support Center (NATSC) is a U.S. Navy facility operated by Leidos. NATSC provides repair, refurbishment, upgrades, and testing for Navy towed sonar arrays that support submarine and surface ship operations. Leidos supports production engineering, logistics, and technical services to keep these systems mission-ready for the U.S. Navy and Foreign Military Sales customers.
Job Description
The successful candidates will be repair/production technicians on towed array repair lines of the Navy Array Technical Support Center (NATSC) at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport. Technicians assigned to Solid State Heading Sensor Fabrication Shop and will also evaluate and troubleshoot failed sensor assemblies to the component level and perform repairs. In accordance with formal work instructions, using conformed materials, and with high standards of quality.
Responsibilities:
Repair and troubleshoot failed sonar array modules down to the component level
Extensive troubleshooting of complex towed sonar circuits
Capable of managing independent workstreams with minimal supervision, while actively supporting broader team goals
Perform work using approved materials and quality standards
Conduct electrical, mechanical, and functional testing using established procedures
Operate test equipment, record results, and report any issues or defects
Assemble or construct standard equipment or parts following written instructions
Perform basic servicing or repair of equipment or instruments
Extract and record engineering or test data using defined methods
Follow standard work methods for routine tasks and receive guidance for new or unfamiliar work
Maintains precise, up to date, and audit ready project/ operational documentation in accordance with Company/ Department standards
Support training and mentoring of junior technicians as needed
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
Basic Qualifications:
U.S. Citizenship required
High school/vocational school diploma or GED certificate.
Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance
Must have at least an Interim Secret Clearence to start
Proficiency with standard computer operations and Microsoft Office products.
1 to 3 years of related experience in electrical or electronic systems
Experience in one or more of the following:
Electronic repair at the component level (including copper and fiber optic signal paths)
Manufacturing hose assemblies for towed sonar array modules
Preparing and terminating sonar array tow cables
Ability to follow formal work instructions and documented quality standards
Preferred Qualifications:
Soldering and/or fiber-optic termination certification or training
Experience working with industrial or production equipment, including:
Module hosing/de-hosing equipment
Pressure, tension, and handling test systems
Automated or semi-automated electronic test equipment
Measuring, grinding, mechanical swaging, and cable connector molding
Cable pressure testing equipment
Temperature Chambers
This position is covered under the Service Contract Act and is subject to minimum wage requirements as well as the minimum Health and Welfare benefit. Leidos will ensure that all provisions are met through their wages and benefits. The pay for this position will be $26.03/hr.
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Original Posting:
August 4, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range -The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
Pay and Benefits
Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.
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Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.