Vertical Launching System (VLS) System Maintenance Technician (SMT)

Clearance Level
Interim Secret
Category
Field Service and Support
Location
Chesapeake, Virginia
(Onsite Workplace)
Key Skills For Success

After Action Report Development

Following Protocols

Security Clearances

Troubleshooting

REQ#: RQ215568
Public Trust: None
Requisition Type: Regular
Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

Field Technician IV

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Field Technician IV supporting multiple MK 41 VLS customers . GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a Field Technician IV you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on Field Technician IV joining our team to ensure MK 41 VLS equipment is maintained and tested to the stringent VLS requirements to maintain National Security.

HOW A FIELD TECHNICIAN IV WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
● Fabricates, installs, maintains, and repairs electronic, mechanical, and/or other types of components and equipment.
●Will work with GDIT VLS Team to ensure operational status of contracted VLS work is completed to required procedures and specifications.
●Will work with GDIT VLS Team to identify and correct any deficiencies found.
●Will work with a competitive and highly trusted GDIT VLS Team.
●The support the GDIT VLS Team provides ensures both the Fleet and VLS Program are maintained to the highest of standard.
● As a VLS SMT you be expected to be a leader, a mentor, and subject matter expert(SME) will conducting yourself in representing GDIT and our customers.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:
● Required Experience: 5+ years of VLS related experience
● Required Technical Skills: Must have SMT card
● Security Clearance Level: Will require Secret
● Required Skills and Abilities: Hands-on experience with MK41 VLS equipment and previous experience with overhauls in accordance with Intermediate Maintenance Standard (IMS)
● Preferred Skills: Previous shipboard experience, knowledge of operating a forklift, and use of hand and power tools
● Location: Chesapeake, VA
●US Citizenship Required

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:
● 401K with company match
● Comprehensive health and wellness packages
● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
● Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Work Requirements
Years of Experience

5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

MK41 VLS SMT - PHD NSWC - PHD NSWC

Travel Required

25-50%

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required

Salary and Benefit Information

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $34.00 - $46.00. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.
View information about benefits and our total rewards program.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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