Engineering Technician I (Navy)

THOR Solutions is actively seeking an Engineering Technician I to provide full-time technical and professional support services at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

This position is contingent upon contract award, anticipated for September 2026.

Typical Responsibilities: Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following.

• Disassemble, repair, and rebuild components and assemblies, such as sea valves and propulsion machinery, including rotary vane, screw-type, reciprocating, and centrifugal pumps, reduction gears, and transmissions.
• Perform soft footing procedures, laser and dial indicator alignments, and assemble components such as gage lines, cyclone separators, and various couplings.
• Interpret and apply technical manuals, shop directives, and blueprints to ensure adherence to critical dimensions and key reference points.
• Apply trade theories, formulas, and industry practices for calculating materials, troubleshooting, and resolving issues. Utilize test equipment and measuring devices like verniers, micrometers, hydrostatic testers, and vibration analyzers.
• Set up and operate machine tools, such as small lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and precision grinders to manufacture parts or machine existing components like bushings and couplings. Use portable machine tools for onsite grinding and drilling.
• Make necessary templates, jigs, and fixtures for repair or installation tasks.
   

Location: Onsite at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

Typical Physical Activity: Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g. confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision.

Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay for this position in the identified location(s) is $19.81/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA), and will additionally receive $5.09/hour in "health and welfare" benefits.

Existing SECRET Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. A candidate without a clearance but with highly relevant experience may be considered, but still must obtain a clearance prior to hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Five (5) years' experience in the installation, repair, and maintenance of marine equipment and machinery, including but not limited to steering assemblies, main shafting, power drives, main propulsion reduction gears, lubricating and control systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and determining repair needs for marine equipment, including the ability to assess materials, parts, and time requirements for repairs.
• Experience in disassembling, repairing, and rebuilding components and assemblies such as sea valves, rotary vane pumps, screw-type pumps, reciprocating and centrifugal pumps, reduction gears, and transmissions.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources
• ID Theft Benefits
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran’s Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation’s most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at [email protected] or (571) 215-0077.