Electronic Technician
SubCom

Job Description

Are you looking for an opportunity with plenty of growth potential? Do you enjoy working in an exciting, fast-paced, collaborative environment? Are you interested in working with the world's most innovative companies to create a more connected world?

Connecting Continents. Impacting Communities.

The backbone of the Internet is a series of high-tech subsea fiber optic cables deployed throughout the globe - SubCom has deployed over 50% of them. Our employees ensure data communications networks are engineered, manufactured, deployed, and maintained to the highest standards, enabling faster and more reliable connectivity to communities worldwide. Every member of the SubCom team plays a role in an end-to-end process that is critical to enterprises, governments, big cities, and rural towns.

We encourage, expect, and value creativity, thoughtful risk taking, openness to change, and diverse perspectives. Whether you're a seasoned applicant seeking a new and exciting challenge, or you're new to the workforce and looking for a flexible, rewarding, and fast-paced position with an innovative and stable organization (since 1953), SubCom has opportunities to advance your career.

Position Overview

Reports directly to the Department Head - Senior Systems Engineer. Uphold the Subcom fundamentals of Purpose, Strategy, Values and Behaviors. Support the Subcom lean management business philosophy. Understanding and continued review of Subcom metrics for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Electronics Supervisor aboard TCSC Reliance Class and Global Sentinel Cable Ships.
• Support, maintain, and initiate repairs to TCSC cable ship electronics systems such as, but not limited to: cable automation and monitoring, cable operations navigation and monitoring, ship navigation and monitoring, internal and external communications, computer hardware, software, and networks, User Support, ISO Calibration, and Safety Systems. AMOS Electronic Maintenance, History, Purchase, and spare parts system.
• Appropriate, timely reporting of all matters that are unsafe or unapproved modifications, affect regulatory, ET STCW Rest Hours or living conditions, cable operations, ship navigation, regulatory compliance, monitoring, and/or ISO Process 10 compliance to the Captain, Chief Engineer and/or 40-2121 Department Head as required.
• Adhere to all Subcom, TCSC, SMS, and CFR (when applicable) policies, processes, and work permit requirements. Support IMO/SOLAS regulatory compliance governed by the Flag State, Class Society, US Coast Guard, Port State Authority, and FCC.
• Support the Ship Officers, Crew, IP's, Rep's and other personnel as circumstances require.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a clearance from the US Department of Defense.
• Must be available for worldwide travel. Experience going to sea is beneficial.
• A degree in Electronics Technology/Computer Science, equivalent military training, or 4 years of experience with shipboard electronics is required.
• Experience with managing computers and networks is also required.
• Fundamental understanding of the technical principles of electronic equipment functional operation and maintenance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Priority setting and logical troubleshooting ability required.
• Adaptable to the fluid [ship] schedules. Works well under pressure.
• Good knowledge of the technical principles of electronic equipment operation and maintenance.
• Marine electronics training and experience.
• Computer hardware, software, and network training and support experience.
• ISO9000/Quality Management experience.
• Must maintain a valid passport, a current TWIC, and be able to travel worldwide.
• Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Candidates for positions with SubCom must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment eligibility verification will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Our selection procedure is based on local, state, and federal law.

Please be sure to attach a resume to your application. We are not able to consider applications without a resume.

BENEFITS

SubCom offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to: competitive salaries, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance coverages, FSA, HSA, generous vacation, paid sick leave, paid parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, and a 401(k) plan with generous company match. Additionally, some positions may be eligible for shift differential.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL EMPLOYER OPPORTUNITY

SubCom is committed to providing a work environment that prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable law or regulation.

SubCom engineers, manufactures, and installs subsea fiber optic data cables - the unsung heroes of global communication. With an unrelenting focus on quality, reliability, and value, SubCom offers flexible end-to-end building blocks for the high-tech networks that are the backbone of the world's digital infrastructure. Since 1955, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 21 times.

SUBCOM'S CORE VALUES

Quality - Accountability - Teamwork - Innovation

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