O&M Shipboard Tech Specialist – Entry-Level

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O&M Shipboard Tech specializing in classified Navy submarine-tracking systems. Deploying with a ship for 6-month rotations at sea and addressing technical challenges in real time.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $30 - $40 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational support, including monitoring live data streams and troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic issues. Holds a U.S. Secret security clearance and is prepared to obtain DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification, ensuring compliance in high-stakes defense environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Active U.S. Secret Security ClearanceDoD 8140 IAT Level II CertificationThree Years’ Professional Experience in Operational SupportMonitoring Live Data StreamsTroubleshooting Mechanical, Electrical, or Hydraulic Issues

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Hard Skills

Operational SupportTroubleshootingData MonitoringInventory ManagementTechnical Logging

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

WILD System

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD 8140 IAT Level II Certification

Industry Keywords

National SecuritySurveillance ArraysMaritime NetworksElectronics MaintenanceCybersecurity

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

help launch and recover surveillance arrays
tackling mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic gremlins as they pop up
monitor live data streams in the Operations Center
ensuring critical national security info moves without a hitch
track parts and log fixes into the WILD system
keep inventory tight
fast-tracks into high-paying defense sectors like maritime networks (C4I), electronics maintenance (EM), or cybersecurity (KMI)

Requirements

What you’ll need

active U.S. Secret security clearance
A valid U.S. Passport
High school diploma or GED
Three (3) years’ professional experience in an operational support environment
Basic comfort and/or interest in IT, electronics, car maintenance, or general engineering
DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification within 12 months of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance