Engineering Technician I

INDUS is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider with expertise in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Program/Financial Management, Logistics, and Data Analytics. At INDUS, we believe in the value of the INDUS team. Together we deliver exceptional customer service, foster a growth and support-centered work environment, and focus on how we can give back to the communities that we serve. Empowering our employees starts on day one and creates an environment full of innovation and promise. By offering mentorship and robust Training and Development opportunities, INDUS continues its pursuit to be the Employer of Choice. 

INDUS provides industrial support services across the Undersea Weapons Department (Code 30), Test and Evaluation Department (Code 20), Undersea Systems & Sustainment Department (Code 40) and Unmanned and Theater Undersea Warfare Systems Department (Code 50), of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport (NUWCDIVKPT). Requirements include providing technical support services associated with various industrial operations, depot repair activities, and torpedo intermediate maintenance functions.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Engineering Technician I assembles and disassembles, repairs, cleans, and provides engineering and preventative maintenance to vehicle shells, buoys, and components in support of programs on the NUWCDIVKPT Industrial Support Services (ISS) contract. This position is located in Keyport, WA.

This position works a specific shift: Daytime shift (schedule TBD pending government direction); possible swing shift may be required to meet emergent needs (swing shift differential provided).

• Performs one or a combination of such typical duties as assembling or installing equipment or parts requiring simple wiring, soldering, or connecting.
  • Performs simple routine tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures. Work is checked in progress or on completion.
• May cross-train across any engineering technician area in the ISS Contract including but not limited to Torpedo Depot and Torpedo Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA) for 3–6-month rotations.
  • Note some rotations will require full body PPE for extended periods of time. Rotation assignment is at the discretion of the coordinating Task Leads, the Deputy PM, and the PM.
• Hazard Duty: Some roles may require employee be occupationally exposed to hazardous substances such as Otto Fuel II, lead, chromium, or cadmium.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training will be provided. Physical and medical certifications would be required for these roles, paid for by employer.  
• Cleaning Roles: Some roles may have extended use of PPE and be considered ‘dirty’ jobs, i.e., requiring extensive cleaning of parts.
  • Cross training is used to provide 3-6 months rotations in and out of these roles.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• The ability to obtain and maintain an active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• At least one (1) year of experience providing industrial operations support.
• Some manual lifting up to 75 pounds may be required with this position.
• Must possess ability and experience to operate pallet jack and Big Joe stand-behind pallet lift mechanism.
• Must be licensed and certified to operate 6,000 pound electric and diesel forklift and CAT III overhead crane.
• Your ability to receive medical certification (if required).
• Your ability to obtain and maintain any appropriate licenses and certifications (if required).
• Must be able to comprehend and execute written and verbal trainings and procedures.
• Must be able to follow and complete on-the-job training as required:
  • INDOC Training:
    • Positions in the Torpedo Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA) and Torpedo Depot require up front 2-week education and familiarization courses with a follow-on test for comprehension.
    • Basic reading, comprehension, and computer skills (see below) are required.
  • QUALS Training: All positions carry some additional qualifications training against the skillsets of an Engineering Technician.
    • At minimum, in addition to skillsets of an Engineering Technician, basic reading comprehension and computer skills (see below) are required.
• Must possess ability to operate computers and perform the following functions, including but not limited to:
  • Alphanumeric data entry, spreadsheet review and data entry, capability of switching between computer applications with relative ease.
  • Ability to complete Web-Based training.
  • Must be familiar with Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.
• The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, or recurring and considerable walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and climbing such as in performing regular shop activities, inspections, or to observe and study operations in an industrial or comparable work area or on-board submarines and in weapon facilities.

INDUS aims to provide a competitive compensation package, including a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay for this position is $20.27 per hour. This position is eligible to participate in our corporate 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) programs, and may be eligible for performance bonuses, and other rewards and benefits (see more about our compensation package and benefits offered at Culture @ INDUS | INDUS Technology. The pay range for this role considers job-related knowledge, skills, work location, education and training, and certifications. To drive fair pay practices for employees, INDUS conducts regular comparisons across our employee groups and the industry.

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.