Purvis Systems

Installation Engineering Technician

Purvis Systems Newport, RI

PURVIS Systems is a technology solutions partner that develops, implements and maintains mission-critical solutions for federal and local governments. We’ve been committed to sustainable growth since our inception in 1973, striving for continual improvement without ever losing sight of our core values: transparency, integrity, and teamwork. We provide the tools and path for each employee to be successful – and in return, ask you to play a pivotal role in helping your peers and clients be successful, providing top-notch teamwork and service. Peace of Mind at PURVIS Systems means knowing your work provides immeasurable value to our team, our partners and our clients.

We have an immediate opening for an Installation Engineering Technicians to support the preparation for and installation of systems onboard submarines.

Responsibilities:

Installation Engineering Technician will be a member of a team that assembles, and tests finished products using sub-assemblies, parts, and fasteners. Fabricates and assembles cable harnesses, wires electrical chassis and electrical boxes.

The day-to-day responsibilities of this role will include:

  • Work with installation and engineering groups on mechanical and electrical layout/design of product updates and new product releases
  • Fabricating and design cable harnesses and wire assemblies
  • Wiring of electrical cables
  • Develop installation kits for use by system installers for product installation
  • Document and report work performed
  • Travel will be required for system installation. Travel will include at-sea time


Candidate will be required to lift, pull, or carry items of approximate weight of 40 LBS and size in confined spaces including vertical ladders. Candidate must possess good communication and documentation skills, disciplined, self-motivated work ethic; and the ability to thrive within a team environment.

Qualifications:

  • Technical School or apprenticeship program in related field of electrical or electronic support and/or a minimum of 2-3 years of Electronic Technician work experience. Additional considerations will be given to individuals with working knowledge of:
  • Computer hardware
  • Microsoft Office
  • LINUX and/or Window operating system
  • Ability to read engineering drawings
  • Military Background
  • Communications or Electronics Technician


Candidate must have or be able to obtain a government security clearance to the level of SECRET.

The PURVIS Team values the health and financial security of every employee. This is why we have chosen to offer all full‐time employees a comprehensive package of group benefit programs with enrollment options intended to offer flexibility – in both plan selection and level of coverage to maximize the value of your benefits as cost effective and affordable without compromising quality.

PURVIS values the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
  • Seniority level

    Not Applicable
  • Employment type

    Full-time
  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    IT Services and IT Consulting

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