Engineering Technician, Mechanical - Seaward Services - NSWC

Hornblower is seeking an Engineering Technician, Mechanical for our Seaward Services operation in Norfolk VA.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody Hornblower's RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

This role will be working with the Naval Surface Warfare Center, upon reward of contract. The Engineering Technician, Mechanical provides advanced technical support for the testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of small watercraft mechanical systems. This role requires hands-on expertise with propulsion, steering, hydraulic, and auxiliary systems, as well as leadership in guiding a team of technicians performing complex mechanical work. The technician ensures that all maintenance and testing activities are conducted safely, efficiently, and in accordance with applicable standards, specifications, and technical manuals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform inspection, testing, maintenance, and repair of small watercraft mechanical systems and components.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical issues to determine root causes and corrective actions.
• Oversee and participate in installation, modification, and performance testing of mechanical systems.
• Lead and train junior mechanical technicians in maintenance, repair, and diagnostic procedures.
• Ensure all mechanical work is performed in accordance with engineering drawings, technical manuals, and quality assurance procedures.
• Maintain detailed maintenance and test records, and prepare technical reports as required.
• Support system-level testing and evaluation activities, including instrumentation setup and data collection.
• Collaborate with engineering staff and program management to plan and execute maintenance and testing schedules.
• Enforce safety, environmental, and quality control standards at all times.
• Recommend process improvements and assist in the development of maintenance procedures.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of combined small watercraft mechanical experience required.
• Minimum of three (3) years performing testing, maintenance, repairs, operations, and troubleshooting of small watercraft mechanical systems required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience leading a mechanical team required.
• Certification or training in marine mechanics, diesel engines, or related mechanical systems.
• Experience with U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, or other military small watercraft programs.
• Familiarity with engineering documentation, technical data packages, and test plans.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• May require lifting, climbing, and working in confined spaces.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, mechanical measurement instruments, and maintenance software.

About Us:

Hornblower's passion is to provide amazing experiences on land and water. Our 40-year success through organic growth and acquisitions has resulted in a portfolio of over 25+ brands that welcome upwards of 30 million guests/riders annually. If you're an enthusiastic team player who thrives in an environment where communication, creativity, and cooperation are encouraged, this may just be the opportunity for you.

The RESPECT Service System embodies Hornblower's mission, vision, values and operating principles. By creating a company culture that puts RESPECT at its core, we believe it will drive us to achieve our goal of becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Hornblower is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination and/or harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military status, disability (physical or mental), medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals, where and as they apply. The company also participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.