R&P is looking for a self-starting professional who wants to join our team. We are a small-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to our government clients In Pascagoula, MS.  We need a Fire Control Systems Technician with recent SSDS/IDT experience to join a fast-paced and exciting work environment.

• Responsible for installation, grooming, troubleshooting, activation, testing and integration of the SSDS system aboard LPD 17 Class Ships built in Yard at Pascagoula MS.
• Interact with the shipbuilder and Government Combat Systems Team Members in test execution of the SSDS system.
• Ability to work in a Shipyard Industrial Environment
• Supports System Light Off Milestones such as Electronics Systems Light Off and Combat Systems Light Off events
• Participates in Builders at Sea Trials, Acceptance Trials, and Final Contract Trials
• Reviews Industrial Test Procedures for Specification and Technical Accuracy
• Assists Ships Force Personnel in System Familiarity and Operation of SSDS/BFTT
• Ability to work alone and or in teaming environment

• High School Diploma with at least seven plus years Active-Duty US Navy experience onboard US Naval Vessels in testing, interating, troubleshooting, and repairing of SSDS.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams
• Experience with Microsoft Office Programs
• Amphibious Assault Ship Experience Preferred
• Active Secret Clearance or ability to obtain one.  
• DoD/Navy ACAT I Program and Amphibious Ship Systems and Production experience is a plus. 

R&P Technologies provides equal opportunity for all persons and prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), veteran or marital status, or any other factor prohibited by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave, compensation, and training.

R&P maintains an Affirmative Action Plan to establish fair access to employment opportunities and to create a work community that is an accurate reflection of the qualified workforce. Due to security clearance requirements, U.S. citizenship is required for most positions

R&P offers a highly competitive compensation package that includes contributions towards health insurance, 401(k) matching, and other non-salary benefits. Exact salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.