Combat Systems Alignment Technician
Position Summary: Life Cycle Engineering is seeking highly qualified candidates to join a team providing engineering and fleet technical services for the Southwest Regional Maintenance Center (SWRMC) Combat System Alignment program. This role will support and assist SWRMC's alignment team in delivering comprehensive alignment services for all aspects of Combat System and Navigation System Alignments on US Navy vessels.
Security Clearance Requirements:
- U.S. citizenship required
- Active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance required (Security clearance eligibility may be considered on a case-by-case basis.)
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Setup and properly operate alignment equipment (Theodolites, Clinometers, measuring tapes, and Shipboard placement markers AIDS, TAS and DIDS)
- Exhibit in depth knowledge on centerline transfers, roller-path determinations using sine curves.
- Operate equipment to demonstrate either proper function or to analyze discrepancies using data obtained during various stages of the Combat Systems alignment.
- Apply Combat System alignment principles and theory, including math and geometry involving rectangular graphs and plots and polar coordinate plots.
- Coordinate efforts with others involved in installing and maintaining equipment or components.
- Perform in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
- Conduct Fleet Technical Assistance on-site or via distance support as required, to include engineering/technical evaluations, equipment functional checks, troubleshooting, test, analysis and equipment repair as tasked.
- Conduct Assessments, Inspections, and Grooms determining equipment condition and out-of-specification settings
- Observe operation of the equipment by ship's force
- Assist Ship's Force technicians and government personnel at assigned locations to analyze and resolve malfunctions detected during equipment operation and test.
- Analyze and review inspection data to determine source of fault, and recommend repair, replacement, or other corrective action.
- W ork independently executing shipboard system troubleshooting, conducting root cause analysis of failures, performing functional and operations system and equipment assessments and inspections.
- Provide over the shoulders and hands on training of ship's force personnel in the operation, maintenance, and logistics support of specific equipment.
- Prepare written debriefs to ship's force and SWRMC managers or other designated Government representatives, in accordance with the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) and Technical Assistance Visit Report (TAVR).
- Support and use current Government software systems to track problems associated with equipment/systems, and for system analysis, including Tech Assist, Assessments & Scheduling Information (TAAS-Info) and Maintenance Figure of Merit/Navy Maintenance Database (MFOM/NMD) systems.
- Effectively complete assigned tasks with little or no supervision.
- Perform other related duties as assigned and fulfill job requirements as directed by management
Required Education, Skills, and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Valid US Driver's License
- Valid US Passport
- Minimum of five (4) years hand-on experience working with Combat System Alignments on all classes of Navy ships and submarines.
- Formal trade school for introductory for performance and optical alignment.
- Experience with and understanding of NAVSEA AEGIS Weapons System Alignment Adaptation Data standard operating procedures.
- Experience with complex blueprints, diagrams, sketches and symbols, electrical materials and equipment.
- Must possess an understanding of the requirements of SW225-AO-MMA-010 OP762 ALIGN Theory, Theory of Combat System Alignment.
- Must be Familiar with various terms relating to foundation flatness, roller-path, parallelism, and co-planer requirements by reviewing the referenced foundation drawings.
- Proficient in electrical terms, definitions, abbreviations and ship's layout
- Knowledge of where to find the alignment requirements.
- Knowledge of engineering principles of a highly specialized level of theories, practices, and techniques to include but not limited to the following cross disciplines; acoustics, electronics, electrical, thermodynamics, structural, and related interfacing fields in order to provide overall cross analysis from total system viewpoint
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills.
- High comfort level working with and around all military/organizational levels, clients, customers, suppliers and visitors.
- Ability to work as a team player and demonstrate personal initiative to complete the work of the team as a whole.
- Must be highly reliable and capable of meeting work schedule consistently.
- Ability to handle a high volume of work with accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
- Strong decision making ability and attention to detail.
Physical Demands and Expectations:
- Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and handling tools/equipment.
- Regular verbal and auditory communication.
- Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to board ships and naval crafts, navigating passageways and steep ladders.
- Comfortable working in shipboard and industrial environments.
- Must be willing and able to frequently climb to shipboard platforms (with safety gear).
- Up to 50% Travel is a requirement of this position.
- This job requires working at night (in the dark) to obtain shipboard alignment readings plus working during the day to perform re-alignment actions on the equipment.
- MUST be able to regularly work Monday to Friday, 4:00pm to 12:30am.
This position description re present s a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.
LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING
Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" in Engineering and in many states and local communities in which we work! Learn more below and at www.lce.com .
Mission
Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential.
As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.
Culture
Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because
LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees.
LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.
Benefits
- Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families
- Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options
- Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)
- Paid Vacation, Holiday, Sick Leave
- Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels
- Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code
- Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication
- Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep
- Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more...
*Benefits may vary by business unit and location.
Life Cycle Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.
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Life Cycle Engineering
sick time, 401(k)
Jun 16, 2026