Test & Activation Specialist II

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R E P OR T S T O : Supervisor Tes t an d A ctivati o n Specialists S U P E R V I S ES : N o n e DUTIES / R E S P O N S I B ILITI ES : U n d e r li m i te d s u per vis i on , per f o r ms m o derate l y c o m p l e x t e s t t e c hn ic i a n dut i e s i n s u p por t o f T e s t E ng i neer s . G u i d an ce i s a v a i l a b l e f ro m s u p er i or s a s ne e d ed . Works from limited documentation, schematics, diagrams, notes, production prints and layouts. Performs operational/functional tests, troubleshoots and debugs assemblies, subassemblies, and systems to isolate faults and determine remedies for malfunctions. Sets up specialized test equipment for checkout of non-routine assemblies and systems. Utilizes normal and specialized manufacturing test or diagnostic equipment specific to the products. Prepares diagnostic tests and assists in the design, construction, test and checkout of complex test equipment and test procedure development. Utilizes a wide variety of developmental/manufacturing test or diagnostic equipment to check out, test, and troubleshoot complex or complete systems. Normally assigned to areas such as fabrication, production test, system checkout, quality control, or the like. Complies with Austal's employee handbook general guidelines, company procedures and policies. Q U A L I FI C A T I ON S / K NO W LE DG E / E X P E R I E N C E : Required: Two ( 2) to four (4) y ear s' Te s t a n d A c t iv at i o n e x per i en c e i n a s h i p y a r d, marine, aerospace, or off shore oil and gas environment required . Te s t t ra i n i n g e qu iv a l e n t t o two ( 2) y e ar s te c hn i c a l t r a d e school o r m il i t a r y te c h n ic a l sc h o o l , a n d/or, N a v y , C oa s t G u a rd , o r M er c h a n t M ar i n e r e x p er i e n c e will be considered in lieu of work experience. Desire and a b i li ty t o w or k i n a s h i p ya r d en vi r o n m ent required . Preferred experience and/or training: Proficient in i nd u s t r i a l o r m ar i n e an c i ll a r y m a c h i n e r y s y s t e ms i n s t a ll at i o n/operation. Proficient in s h i p b oar d e n g i n e e r i n g p l an t ter m i n o l og y a n d o pe r at i o n s. Basic understanding of ship construction drawings and testing procedures. Basic k n o w l e d g e o f h o w m ar i n e e q u i p m e n t s h o u l d op e ra t e. Basic mechanical and/or electrical aptitude. Basic u n d er s t a n d i n g o f m e c h an ic a l an d e l e c t r i c a l p r o pu l si o n a n d e l e c tr ic a l po w e r gene r at i n g e qu i p m ent. D e m on s trate d ab i li ty to re ad a nd i n t er p r e t e l e c t r i c a l an d p i p i n g s y s t e m d i ag r a m s ,s c h e m at i c s a n d dr a wi n g s . K no w l ed g e of di e sel eng i nes a nd g as t u r bines. Knowledge of shipboard damage control systems. Knowledge of hydraulic systems and shipboard deck equipment. Knowledge of auxiliary and/or HVAC systems. A DD I T I O N A L GU I D E LI N E S : Candidates must meet the following employment eligibility guidelines to be considered for employment with Austal USA: 18 years of age or older at time of application Able to provide proof of US Person Status No felony convictions of Theft/Deception or Violent crimes within seven years from disposition date No felony convictions of Drug crimes within three years from disposition date Willing to submit to a drug screen Willing to submit to a background check The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD clearance may be required if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities. TRAVEL: This position will require repair efforts in various offsite locations and will be required to travel to customer sites to support work on vessels if deemed necessary in the scope of your position responsibilities. The potential for offsite travel can potentially be in excess of 15-25%. Some overseas travel is possible although NO TRAVEL to declared warzones is anticipated. T O O L S : M u l ti- m ete r DISCRETION EXERCISED: Within establish procedures and guidelines. LIAISES WITH: Preservation & Preventative Maintenance (P&PM) personnel and Vessel Watch standers, Production Trades, Engineering and Vendors. P H Y S I C A L D E M A N D S : T h e p h y s i c a l d e ma n d s d e sc r i b e d h e r e a r e repre s entat iv e o f tho s e th a t m u s t b e m e t by a n e m p l o ye e to s u cc e s s f u ll y per f or m th e e ss e n t i a l f un c t i on s o f t h i s j ob . M u s t b e ab le t o t o u r a l l v e ss e l s an d w o r k si te s . W h il e per f or m i n g th e d u t i e s o f th i s j ob , t h e e m p l o y e e i s r egu l ar ly requ i r e d to s tan d , w a lk , u s e hand s t o m a n i pu l a t e , h a nd l e , o r f e e l , rea c h w i t h hand s a n d ar m s , c l i mb an d b a l an c e , s toop , k nee l , c ro u c h , o r c r a wl , a n d t a l k o r hear . T he e m p l o y e e i s o cc a si ona l ly re q u i r e d t o si t. S p e c i f i c p h y sic a l re q

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