Job Description
Protecting What Matters. Powering the Future of Naval Technology. Your work here has global impact. From developing sonar and radar systems to advancing unmanned and undersea platforms, our technologies empower the U.S. Navy and allied forces to operate in some of the world's most complex environments. As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we continue to push boundaries-driven by innovation, accountability, and a shared commitment to excellence. Join us as we shape the future of naval warfare-safeguarding the seas and strengthening navies worldwide. Nationality Requirements Due to the nature of the programs we support, certain roles may require candidates to meet U.S. nationality requirements and be eligible to obtain a security clearance. Position Summary The Electrical Engineering Technician group at Ultra Maritime supports the hardware development lifecycle and production of state-of-the-art sonar and radar products for the U.S. Navy and other navies around the world. Job Description Key Responsibilities Building, assembling, wiring, and testing electronic systems, modules, and prototypes for maritime defense applications. Maintain equipment, organize lab workspaces, and enforce safety and configuration control practices. Read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering drawings. Train and provide support to lower-level staff. Diagnose, repair, and test complex electronic subsystems with support from engineering. Perform electrical testing, data collection, instrumentation setup, and troubleshooting of circuits and components. Collaborate closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineers to support project goals. Participate in occasional travel (up to 15% ) for field testing, training, and customer support. Required Qualifications Excellent soldering skills Ability to interpret schematics, diagrams, and engineering documentation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for reporting and documentation. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Security clearance (Note: Clearances are only granted to US Citizens High School Diploma (or equivalent) and 6+ years of related experience. Preferred Qualifications Associate or Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering Technology (EET) or a related technical degree. Experience supporting DoD, Navy, or defense electronics. Familiarity with MIL-STD electronics, EMI/EMC considerations, or ruggedized systems. Knowledge of cable harnessing, PCB rework, or prototype fabrication. Experience with test instrumentation automation or data acquisition systems. J-STD-001 certification IPC-A-620 certification Exposure to AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality systems. Experience with prototype fabrication, test fixtures, or environmental testing. Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Normal finger dexterity, and normal color vision. Candidate must be capable of occasional lifting of 40 pounds, waist high, with no assistance. Expected Compensation: The expected compensation range for this role is $67,496.00 - $84,344.00. Please note this represents the expected range. Ultra Maritime considers multiple factors when determining final compensation, including the scope and responsibilities of the role, a candidate's relevant experience and education, certifications and training, as well as current business and market conditions. What Ultra Maritime Offers You At Ultra Maritime, we invest in our employees and their well-being: Climate controlled, well-lit and clean work environment! Work/life balance that includes up to 140 hours PTO for first year 8 Paid Holidays, with 3 floating holidays 401k Plan with Company Match Educational Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement) Wellness Program and incentives Company HSA contributions Insurance Benefits that start 1st of the month following hire Eligibility in Company Performance-based bonuses annually Additional Employee Discounts and Perks Company-Paid Benefits: $75 monthly student loan repayment program Basic Life Insurance Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance S