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About the Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Engineering Technician IV / Quality Assurance Specialist to support the Test & Evaluation Department at the Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division Keyport (NUWCDIVKPT). This position supports undersea warfare test, evaluation, environmental testing, range operations, failure analysis, and production quality assurance efforts critical to Fleet readiness. This role supports Dr. Shawn Wallen and the Undersea Test Ranges, Systems Acquisition & Assessment, and Test Resources Divisions in executing mission-critical undersea systems testing and operational validation. This position is ideal for a technician with strong environmental testing, electro-mechanical troubleshooting, cable fabrication, QA documentation, and database tracking experience in a DoD or Navy environment. Position Overview This hybrid role combines: Environmental Test Lab (ETL) Production Control
Test Engineering Support
Range Operations & Systems Maintenance
Failure Analysis Lab Support
Undersea Vehicle (MK30 / UUV) Repair Support
Quality Assurance & Training Records Management
You will support undersea weapon systems, torpedo systems, unmanned undersea vehicles (UUV), acoustic systems, vibration/shock testing systems, and classified hardware handling operations. Key ResponsibilitiesEnvironmental Test Lab (ETL) & Production Control Load and track test items in CATTS database (approx. 25/month)
Prepare and compile test packages per lab procedures
Monitor and track components through environmental test sequences
Conduct inventory and photographic documentation of hardware
Input and close out TMIS reports (HTTDS/APCS)
Maintain FRACAS, FAR, and ISO9000 production documentation
Prepare classified and non-classified shipments (approx. 15/month)
Maintain classified hardware storage and documentation
Generate weekly production and metric reports
Test Engineering & Environmental Testing Support Set up fixtures and perform environmental and functional testing
Operate vibration, shock, climatic, HALT/HASS, thermal, and specialty test systems
Perform acoustic testing at TATF, ATF, and WSTF facilities
Record testing data in CATTS database
Assist engineers in test instruction development and rewrites
Troubleshoot failed components and conduct failure analysis
Build/repair cables and test support equipment
Assist with calibration tracking and lab equipment maintenance
Range Operations & Systems Support Operate and maintain acoustic, electronic, mechanical, and electro-hydraulic range systems
Maintain maintenance logs and perform trend analysis
Support fleet validation, dockside and underway events (approx. 3/month)
Provide technical support for communication/radio systems
Support parts research using Government databases
Assist in development and fabrication of range systems
MK30 & Unmanned Undersea Vehicle (UUV) Support Provide depot-level repair support for MK30 mobile target components
Troubleshoot and repair electro-mechanical assemblies
Support turnaround, breakdown, reassembly, and containerization of systems
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance
Assist with UUV systems including Razorback and Snakehead platforms
Support Underwater Tracking Range Equipment (UTRE / "pingers")
Quality Assurance & Training Coordination Support CAPA, audits, and Repair Review Board documentation
Conduct quality walkthroughs and system audits (Book-to-Floor / OIS)
Track and manage explosive safety and crane certifications
Coordinate and track workforce technical qualifications
Maintain training records and competency tracking
Assist with QA metrics and compliance reporting
Required Qualifications Active Secret Clearance
U.S. Citizenship
Associate degree (or equivalent technical training)
Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience
Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or defense industrial programs
Experience with environmental testing (vibration, shock, temperature, humidity)
Electro-mechanical troubleshooting experience
Cable fabrication and repair experience
Experience with production control, test tracking, or maintenance logs
Strong documentation and database entry experience
Desired Qualifications Experience with CATTS, TMIS, FRACAS, or similar systems
Experience supporting torpedo, USW, UUV, or undersea systems
ISO9000 or Quality Management System experience
EKMS training (Government provided if needed)
Experience working in classified material handling environments
Familiarity with Navy Correspondence Manual
Work Environment Onsite at NUWC Division Keyport
Lab, shop, range, and waterfront environments
Occasional shipboard support
Possible extended hours during test events
Classified material handling responsibilities
Job Types: Full-time, Contract Benefits: Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
testing, soldering, cable/circuit card troubleshooting.: 3 years (Required)
Radar operation and repair: 3 years (Required)
Security clearance: Secret (Required)
Ability to Commute: Keyport, WA 98345 (Required)
Work Location: In person