Navigation Test Director

WR Systems

Norfolk, Virginia

$61,000–$105,000 Per Year

30+ days ago

Job Description

Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance is required to start

Travel Requirements: 60%

Location: Norfolk, VA

SUMMARY: WR has a potential opportunity for a Navigation Test Director for an exciting and challenging role supporting the Navigation Systems ISEA (In Service Engineering Activity) in conducting Navigation Certifications (NAVCERT) aboard U.S. Navy Ships.

Position responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

Conduct both dockside and at sea tests, analyze collected data and be able to identify and resolve installation, technical and procedural problems.
Provide expertise to resolve Navigation system interface issues with other shipboard systems and assist with the development and updating of all required documentation and procedures.
Travel to sponsors' sites as a technical representative of project, conduct field tests, interpret and evaluate field data, and serve as a liaison with industrial, governmental, and other sponsors.
Prepare status, progress, and final reports for projects, describing the results of field experiments and/or inspections.
Light-off, configure, test, troubleshoot, and operate primary systems and peripheral equipment in support of project.
Verify functionality of newly installed equipment and evaluate system performance under actual operating conditions.
Continuously develop skills with new technology and systems relevant to on-going and anticipated projects.
Maintain and continuously seek improvements to test procedures and processes for maximum efficiency, safety, and quality.
Provide oversight and on-the-job training to lower level technicians.
Provide input to Project Managers for proposals and Statements of Work.

Candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills, and experience:

Technical Training in US Navy Navigation equipment and systems.
Eight (8)+ years of hands-on experience with US Navy Navigation equipment and systems, to include three (3) of the following four (4) areas:
- Systems Requirements
- Operational Requirements
- Test & Evaluation
- Training
Recognized expert who has demonstrated industry and public service leadership in US Navy Navigation equipment and systems.

*This position is contingent upon funding*

The selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment third-party background check which may include verification of any of the following: Employment history; Education and/or certifications; Criminal history; Driving Records; Other records or information related to the candidate’s suitability for the position.

Position Salary Range: $61,000 - $105,000. The listed salary range represents the typical range for this position. WR bases the offered salary on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, knowledge, and skills, scope and responsibilities of the position, and market and business considerations.

Benefits Offered: WR offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, and Tuition Reimbursement.

WR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, traits associated with race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, veterans’ status, or any additional factors that are protected by law. EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please see https://wrsystems.com/our-responsibility/ for more information.

Numbers & Facts

Location	Norfolk, Virginia
Industry	Other/Not Classified
Salary	$61,000–$105,000 Per Year
Company Size	100 to 499 employees
Year Founded	1983
Website	http://www.wrsystems.com/wr-systems/

About Company

Through the company's three core operations – Maritime Technologies, Healthcare Technologies, and Government Agency Technologies – WR Systems has, since 1983, supported some of the world's most well known and demanding customers by providing mission-critical technical solutions.

Off-shore energy companies and children's hospitals. Cruise lines and departments of state. The world's largest shipyards and 17 navies. Just a sampling of the repeat customers who choose WR Systems for the company's renowned customer support, deep technical expertise, and dedication to developing, deploying, and maintaining systems cost effectively, anywhere in the world.