Engineering Tech I / Welder

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Position: Engineering Tech I / Welder

Location: Naval Surface Warfare Center, Panama City, FL (Navy Base)

Pay Rate: $20.00 hourly 

 Job Profile Summary:

The Engineering Tech I/Welder will perform routine tasks under close supervision or from detailed procedures. Work is checked in progress or on completion. This person performs one or a combination of such typical duties as fabricating replacement parts, new components, and performing modifications to support US NAVY LCAC SSC (Landing Craft, Air Cushion Connector )- (Ship-to-Shore) SSC / legacy LCAC and associated components at NSWC Panama City, FL, as part of a depot repair, refurbishment, and craft operation and maintenance team. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma with 1+ years of relevant experience
• 1+ years of experience in using a variety of hand tools, precision measuring instruments and welding tools and equipment
• Experience in MIG/TIG welding of aluminum, stainless steel, and Inconel components
• Ability to pass the NAVSEA certification test in welding techniques for aluminum welding

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work in confined/restricted spaces
• Experience in MIG/TIG welding of aluminum, stainless steel, and Inconel components
• Be able to communicate professionally with ManTech employees and ManTech clients
• Experience assessing and reporting findings
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Proficient in written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills

Clearance Requirements:

• S. Citizenship required and a active Secret security clearance or ability to get an Interim secret before starting
• Required to get a CAC badge as well as Base Security Access approval

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry 50 Lbs.
• Work extensive time in stationary positions.
• Climb and descend ladders.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and rough sketches 
• Use drawings and specifications to plan welding operations
• Performs such tasks as welding aluminum, stainless steel, and Inconel
• Fabricating, assembling or installing equipment or parts
• Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed
• Selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents
• Receives initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed
• Performs recurring work independently

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