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Electrician Journeyman

L3Harris


Job Location:

Chula Vista, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 8 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title:Marine Electrician Journeyman

Job Code: 39832

Job Location:San Diego(Chula VistaCA)

Job Schedule:5/40

Job Description:

The Marine Electrician Journeyman performs installations maintenance troubleshooting testing and repair of electrical systems and equipment aboard U.S Navyvessels and other marine platforms. This position works from electrical drawings schematics technical manuals andspecifications to support ship repair modernization overhaul and newconstructionprojects. The Marine Electrician Journeyman ensures all work is completed safely efficiently and in compliance with Navy standards shipyard proceduresand applicable electrical codes.

The ideal candidate has experience working in shipyards aboard military vessels andpossessesstrong knowledge of AC/DC electrical systems motors switchboards lighting systems power distributionequipmentand control circuits.

Essential Functions:

  • Installmaintain troubleshoot and repair shipboard electrical systems and equipment.
  • Read and interpret electrical drawings schematics wiring diagrams blueprints and technical manuals.
  • Install route terminate and test electrical cables wiring and associated components.
  • Perform troubleshooting and fault isolation on AC and DC electrical systems.
  • Inspect repair and replace motors generators transformers switchboards motor controllers and power distribution equipment.
  • Conduct electrical testing using multimeters megohmmeters continuity testers and other diagnostic equipment.
  • Install and maintain lighting systems communication systems alarm systems and auxiliary shipboard equipment.
  • Perform preventive and corrective maintenance in accordance with Navy specifications and maintenance procedures.
  • Ensure all work complies with NAVSEA standards OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
  • Identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions to supervisors and project management.
  • Work effectively in confined spaces elevated locations and aboard vessels under construction repair or overhaul.
  • Collaborate with other trades supervisors inspectors and ships force personnel to complete projects on schedule.
  • Document completed work inspections testing results and material usage as required.
  • Support shipboard system testing dock trials and sea trials when required.
  • Maintain tools equipment and work areas in a safe and orderly condition.
  • May lead or mentor apprentices and helper-level electricians.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of2years ofJourneymanexperiencein Naval ships.
  • Ability to read electrical drawings and technical manuals.
  • Must pass a basic Journeyman test.
  • Ability to obtain Naval Base and shipyard access.
  • Knowledge of Naval electrical systems.
  • Ability to pass background screening and drug testing requirements.

Physical Requirements:

  • Frequently climb ladders stairs and scaffolding.
  • Work in confined spaces tanks bilges and other restricted-access areas.
  • Lift carry push and pull material and equipment up to 50 pounds.
  • Stand walk kneel crouch crawl and reach for extended periods.
  • Work on vessel in dry dock and pier side.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements the salary range for this role in California Massachusetts New Jersey Washington and the Greater D.C. area Denver or NYC areas is $54400 MIN - $76880 MAX. The salary range for this role in Colorado state Hawaii Illinois Maryland Minnesota New York state Cleveland Ohio Vermont and Virginia is $54400 MIN - $76880 MAX. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits including health and disability insurance 401(k) match flexible spending accounts EAP education assistance parental leave paid time off and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire schedule type and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


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