Tech Librarian

General Dynamics NASSCO is a proud member of the General Dynamics Marine Systems business unit. In addition to ship construction, our capabilities include advanced ship repair, conversion, and maintenance for both commercial and national defense assets. We encourage you to learn more about our open positions and how you can become part of the important and exciting work we do here at NASSCO. Come join our team! 

We currently have an exciting opportunity in our Welding department. This position specifically is located in Norfolk, Virginia. We are looking for a Tech Librarian.  The work schedule is 7am – 4pm with a 1 hour lunch.

1. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PURPOSE (Job Description)

This position is responsible for the acquisition, cataloging, classifying, accessing and processing of library materials, including electronic databases. databases  in accordance with all approved document controls and procedures 

2. POSITION DEMANDS (Education/Training)

Typically has a BA/BS in a related field, or AA/AS plus two (2) years’ directly related experience, or six (6) years’ directly related experience.

POSITION DEMANDS (Required Experience)

In depth knowledge of:

1. Must have knowledge of navy ship repair industry.
2. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products.
3. Must qualify for Common Access Card (CAC).
4. Must be organized, have a customer-service orientation, and have an excellent attendance record.
5. Ability to read and catalog engineering documentation such as drawings and technical manuals
6. Ability to read and catalog Navy documentation such as NSTM, MIL-Specs/Standards, SIDs, SDI’s, CDRls, etc
7. Knowledge of Library storage, archiving and cataloging methods
8. Knowledge of Enterprise storage software; Content Server, Share Point or other like software

3. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

4. WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the Planning, Engineering & Scheduling Director Interacts frequently with departmental personnel on technical documentation requirements and  with external entities; MARMC Library, On-Site Representatives from Planning Yards and other Prime Contractors

.  This position has no direct reports.

5. PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide excellent standards of service to library users.
2. Obtain drawings from the customer and post to the website.
3. Review paragraph 2.0 of all Navy specification items to insure the reference is titled correctly and contains the most recent revision. Notify Planning department of later revisions to technical documents that differ from those listed in issued specifications
4. Flag and maintain list of technical documents that are un-obtainable and report to supervisor
5. Make copies of drawings as requested.
6. Control subcontractor access to drawings through password protection.
7. Oversee subscription services for electronic access to commercial specifications, federal supply system information, etc.
8. Oversee maintenance and supplies for engineering drawing printer and plotter.
9. Perform duties of engineering department ISO 9001-2008 trained auditor.
10. Perform and maintain document change management of technical document revisions within the enterprise repository, as assigned.
11. Provides Printing service for proposals and briefs to the government

6. ACCOUNTABILITY

Accountable to the Planning, Engineering & Scheduling Director for the daily upkeep of the library database and employee/subcontractor access to that database.

7. UNIQUE/ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be a U.S. citizen and qualify for a Common Access Card (CAC). Must have reliable record of attendance and punctuality and be available for overtime as required.  Must be able to physically transit all areas of the facility.  Regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects or controls, and to talk and hear.  Must have good eye/hand coordination.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

General Dynamics NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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Call (757) 543-6801. This contact information is for accommodation requests only, not to inquire about the status of applications. NASSCO is an Equal Opportunity / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans Employer