Main Propulsion Technician II/ Main Reduction Gear Subject Matter Expert

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is seeking a full time Main Propulsion Technician II/Main Reduction Gear Subject Matter Expert in San Diego, CA.

Summary: This position will provide support to the U.S. Navy for recurring assessments and repair of various shipboard main propulsion systems and components.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide engineering technical support for the following Main Machinery Space Support Systems Propulsion Support Components and Systems:

  • Fuel and lube oil purifiers

  • Fuel oil systems

  • Main propulsion lube oil systems and associated support

  • Valves

  • Main Reduction Gears (MRG)

  • Attached lube oil and Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) pumps

  • Propulsion shafting

  • Stern tube seals

  • Stern tube and line shaft bearings

  • Bulkhead seals and associated systems

  • Propeller blades

  • CPP equipment excluding the hydraulic system components

• Completes assessment or Technical Assist, and provides repair recommendations to the branch head in a Report or TAVR format as required for review and issuance on the equipment.

• Conducts ship visits to provide technical guidance for repairs, troubleshooting or testing as requested for urgent or routine requests.

• Conducts on-the-job training for Ships Force Maintenance personnel. The training must include adjustments, repairs, troubleshooting techniques and equipment/personnel safety.

• Communicates with and conduct a debrief of cognizant Ships Force personnel reporting conditions found, repairs completed and/or required and training conducted with current operational condition. Any unresolved conditions must be briefed to the ship’s Commanding Officer and Chief Engineer with corrections required.

• Drives while traveling to perform job duties.

• Assists with the research and technical resolution of Departures from Specification (DFS).

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 4 years' experience with Equipment listed in the duties and responsibilities
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD clearance
• Possess certification from or Attend GEAR 101 TRAINING hosted by Philadelphia Timken Gears and Services, Inc. within one-hundred eighty (180) calendar days of hire
• Possess a valid driver's license

Pay Range:

• The pay range for this role is $32.53 To $37 hourly
• This is a reasonable estimate for this role
• Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience

ADA Notations:

• Must be able to lift, carry and transport heavy equipment and boxes up to 50 lbs
• Able to work on and climb ladders, work in extreme temperature environments, aboard ships, in shipyards, under industrial conditions and in confined spaces
• Able to perform other duties as required which may involve high heat, humidity, noise and dirty conditions, working aloft or over the sides of vessels
• May ride ships at sea for extended periods
• Travel may be required within and outside of the continental United States
• Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer
• Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for Epsilon Systems is Chuck Callahan.