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120 Us Navy Engineering Scientist Jobs Hiring Near You

... US Navy Software maintenance opportunity in the Norfolk, VA area. This role is ideal for students or recent graduates who are passionate about engineering, emerging technologies, and mission-driven ...

ENGINEER/SCIENTIST

Dahlgren, VA · On-site +1

$143K - $197K/yr

... onto US Navy ship platforms. Additional qualification information can be found from the following ... All Professional Engineering Positions, 08XX General Physical Science Series, 1301 Operations ...

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Do workers at the United States Navy get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
68% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 73 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does the United States Navy pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
96% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 128 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

At the United States Navy, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
84% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 118 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from the United States Navy affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
97% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 139 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do people get paid time off at the United States Navy?

Most people get paid time off work.
93% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 129 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 61% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 14% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 4% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 22% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 79 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at the United States Navy worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
98% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 63 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do the United States Navy workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
79% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 103 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for the United States Navy workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
80% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 88 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at the United States Navy?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
49% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 115 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do the United States Navy managers change schedules at the last minute?

Some managers change people’s schedules at the last minute.
44% of people say their manager changes their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 107 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

Do jobs at the United States Navy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Sometimes. The job can spill into unpaid time.
56% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 108 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at the United States Navy?

Some people find it hard to take sick days.
40% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is a United States Navy job good for students?

Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
45% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 71 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is working at the United States Navy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
48% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 52 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at the United States Navy feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
72% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 123 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at the United States Navy get to take their breaks without interruption?

Only some people get breaks without interruption.
58% of people report that their breaks get interrupted.
Based on data from 89 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at the United States Navy?

Most people feel stressed here.
80% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at the United States Navy enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
71% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 111 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at the United States Navy recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
49% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 130 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at the United States Navy?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
45% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 127 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at the United States Navy?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 85% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do people think the United States Navy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
76% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 126 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how the United States Navy is doing?

Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
51% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 146 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and June 2026.
Infographic showing various Engineering Scientist job openings at Us Navy in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution.

Engineering Technician (Electrical)

THOR Solutions, LLC

Norfolk, VA • On-site

$37.68/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago


Job description

THOR Solutions is actively seeking an experienced Engineering Technician (Electrical) with U.S. Navy shipboard experience to provide full-time support for U.S. Naval auxiliary equipment at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.
Typical Responsibilities: The candidate’s responsibilities may include (but are not limited to) performing or supporting the following actions:
  • Provide Full-Time Onsite Support as well as Surge Support as tasked for the following Code 252 cognizant equipment.
  • Conduct Fleet Technical Assistance on-site or via distance support as required, to include engineering/technical evaluations, equipment functional checks, troubleshooting, test, analysis and equipment repairs as tasked.
  • Conduct Assessments, Inspections, and Grooms determining equipment condition and out of specification settings; observe operation of the equipment by ship's force to witness the full range of performance, when possible; utilize appropriate measuring equipment to obtain data for evaluation; evaluate findings and make adjustments and repairs to the maximum extent possible during the time available.
  • Provide Onboard Maintenance Training (OBMT) to Ship's Force technicians in the operation, repair, and maintenance. The contractor shall perform/provide support during shipboard gas turbine systems tasking including TSRA, INSURV and Tech Assist events.
  • Analyze and review inspection data to determine source of fault, and recommend repair, replacement, or other corrective action.
  • Report findings/discrepancies as required to the designated Team Leader and/or Branch Head of MARMC 252 via Material Assessment Form (MAF), Prisms/ETC Software, TAAS-Info, debrief and/or Technical Assistance Visit Report (TAVR) within two working days of completion of task.
Location: Onsite at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.
Typical Physical Activity: Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g. confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision.
Travel: Up to 10% travel is anticipated.
Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay for this position in the identified location(s) is $37.68/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA) and will additionally receive $5.09/hour in "health and welfare" benefits.
Existing SECRET Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. A candidate without a clearance but with highly relevant experience may be considered, but still must obtain a clearance prior to hire.
Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 
  • High school diploma/GED equivalent or a relevant U.S. Navy technical school diploma.
  • A minimum five (5) years (accumulated within the last seven (7) years) of demonstrated, specialized, hands-on experience and proof of expertise operating, troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, and assessing US Navy Auxiliary equipment including, but not limited to, Electrical Controllers, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), A/C Electrical Controls, Refrigeration System Controls, Air Compressor Controls, MRG dehumidifiers, Sonar Dome DEPI Gages.
  • Demonstrated experience working in the official capacity of a Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the afore mentioned systems/equipment/components for a US Navy Engineering Activity, US Navy Shipboard Engineering Department, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or industrial/commercial equivalent is also required.
  • Must be proficient using general and special purpose electronic test equipment to perform organizational level maintenance.
  • Demonstrate a working knowledge of Navy assessment programs, visit processes and reporting methods for visits.
  • Demonstrate regularly using accepted current instrumentation for diagnosing equipment.
  • Ability to utilize computers including the Microsoft Office Suite for compiling information for reports and history files and transfer digital pictures from camera to computer and enhance as required and label them for report purposes.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  • Demonstrate an ability to interpret wiring diagrams, control schematics and plans and the ability as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to troubleshoot, analyze and provide distance support for listed equipment.

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.

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