Marine Electrician — Norfolk, VA at BAE Systems

About the Role

BAE Systems Norfolk Ship Repair is seeking a Marine Electrician 1st Class Mechanic to support our Norfolk Ship Repair Facility. In this role, you will be the backbone of our electrical maintenance operations, ensuring the reliability and safety of shipboard systems. You will troubleshoot and repair complex electrical equipment, interpret technical drawings and Navy Standards, and execute precise installations and cable terminations in a heavy industrial environment.

Your day-to-day involves a blend of independent problem-solving and collaborative teamwork. You will review job packets to determine necessary drawings, lay out installation requirements, and conduct system rip-outs using specialized tools. From installing control apparatus and connecting power cables to marking circuitry with precise identification tags, your work ensures that vessels remain operational and safe. This position requires a high level of physical agility, including the ability to navigate confined spaces, climb ladders, and maneuver in tight areas such as manholes.

Hiring Process & Application

This position is covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), which governs wages and benefits. Interested candidates should apply directly through the BAE Systems career site. The hiring team will review applications to identify candidates with the required 5 to 7 years of trade experience and a working knowledge of shipboard electrical systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BAE Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse workforce and consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Work location

Work model: On-site

3232, Somme Avenue, Lafayette Annex, Norfolk, Virginia, 23509, United States

Norfolk, Virginia

Key Responsibilities

check_circleTroubleshoot and repair electrical systems and equipment aboard ships
check_circleMaintain a safe working environment by following lock-out and safety procedures
check_circleIdentify installation requirements and lay out jobs using blueprints and schematics
check_circleInstall control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels
check_circleDetermine cable paths to equipment using cable routing plans and job orders
check_circleMark all circuitry work by ensuring cabling is correctly identified and tagged
check_circleInstall electrical circuits by pulling cables through conduits and securing them properly
check_circleConduct rip-out of systems using hand and power tools according to work orders
check_circleReview job packets and cross-reference Navy Standards to determine relevant drawings

Requirements

verifiedHigh school Diploma/GED
verified5 to 7 years in trade
verifiedFirst-Class Ship Marine Electrician
verifiedWorking knowledge of Shipboard Electrical Systems
verifiedAbility to read work specifications, technical drawings, military specifications, and NAVSEA Standard Items

Nice to Have

7 to 10 years of experience in the trade.

Benefits & Perks

check_circleHealth, dental, and vision insurancecheck_circleHealth savings accountscheck_circle401(k) savings plancheck_circleDisability coverageLife and accident insurance

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Troubleshooting, Repair, Lock-Out, Red Tag Procedures, Iso 9000, Ieee, Epism, Blueprints, Cabling, Wiring.

Education: High school Diploma or GED required.

Frequently asked questions about Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems

What does a Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems do?expand_more

In this Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems role, you will troubleshoot and repair electrical systems and equipment aboard ships; maintain a safe working environment by following lock-out and safety procedures; identify installation requirements and lay out jobs using blueprints and schematics; and install control and distribution apparatus such as switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels.

What are the requirements for this Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic role?expand_more

BAE Systems is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: High school Diploma/GED; 5 to 7 years in trade; First-Class Ship Marine Electrician; Working knowledge of Shipboard Electrical Systems; and Ability to read work specifications, technical drawings, military specifications, and NAVSEA Standard Items.

Where is the Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic role at BAE Systems located?expand_more

Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems is based in 3232, Somme Avenue, Lafayette Annex, Norfolk, Virginia, 23509, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

BAE Systems has listed this Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic role?expand_more

Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems typically requires 5–7 years of relevant experience at the mid level level.

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Key skills for Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems include Troubleshooting; Repair; Lock-Out; Red Tag Procedures; Iso 9000; Ieee; Epism; and Blueprints.

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Educational requirements for this role: High school Diploma or GED required.

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Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic at BAE Systems is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.

Marine Electrician - 1st Class Mechanic