Electronic Technician

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 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. Supports SubCom’s core Purpose, Strategy, Values, and Behaviors, and promotes the company’s Lean Management philosophy. Maintains an active understanding of SubCom’s key performance metrics and contributes to ongoing continuous improvement efforts.

Electronics Technicians are skilled and detail-oriented individuals who support the maintenance, repair, and installation of electronic, controls and network systems onboard our cable ships. This role is critical to ensuring the operational integrity, safety, and compliance of all shipboard electronic equipment, including navigation, communication, control, cable laying and monitoring systems. 

Responsibilities

They are responsible for inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing a wide variety of electronic and electro-mechanical systems, including:

• Navigation equipment (radar, GPS, gyrocompass, ECDIS)
• Communication systems (VHF/UHF radios, satellite systems, GMDSS)
• Computer networks (Cisco/Moxa switches, TCP/IP, Serial, Fiber, Modbus & Profibus)
• Automation and control systems (PLC, alarm systems, engine & cable monitoring systems)
• Safety systems (fire detection, CCTV, public address, emergency shutdowns)
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and testing as per planned maintenance system (PMS).
• Maintain and update technical records, drawings, maintenance logs, and inventory of spare parts.
• Maintain compliance with ISO 9001 program through calibration procedures and documentation.
• Assist in system upgrades, new equipment installation, and shipyard projects.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant safety standards, regulatory bodies, and company procedures.
• Liaise with shore-based technical teams and vendors as needed for diagnostics and support.
• Participate in onboard drills and emergency response activities related to technical systems.
• 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.
• A degree in Electronics Technology/Computer Science, equivalent military training, or similar technical training.
• 4 years of experience with shipboard electronics is required. Dynamic Position (DP) and construction vessel experience is preferred.
• Must be available for worldwide travel and maintain passport, TWIC, STCW certificates and Seaman’s record books. Travel expectation is approximately 50% +. 
• Adaptable to the fluid [ship] schedules.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Works well under pressure.
• Priority setting and logical troubleshooting ability required.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees 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 based on 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. While the company's origins date back to the mid-19^th century, SubCom has deployed enough cable to circle the equator more than 25 times since its entry into the communications industry in 1955.

SUBCOM’S CORE VALUES 

Quality   -   Accountability   -   Teamwork   -   Innovation