Code 290 Combat Systems Engineer - Internship
Phase 1 (Weeks 1-6) – Overview i. Meet mentor. ii. Obtain badges, parking pass, computer, and computer access needed to perform daily duties. iii. Complete mandatory training. iv. Review and become familiar with assigned code’s products (TWDs, system drawings, technical guidance (manuals, tests, etc.)). v. Visit production shops and EPD Divisions and codes and learn their general responsibilities. vi. Perform trouble desk shadowing/shop embedding. vii. If available complete Job Summary and TGI training. Learning Objective: Develop an understanding of the code’s mission and products. Instructional Model: Shadow, observation, hands-on, computer based and in person training. POC: Code supervisor Phase 2 (Weeks 7-13) – Overview i. Navigate new computer programs ii. Learn where and how to find technical guidelines. iii. Learn about waivers, DFSs, and test specifications. iv. Meet CHENGs. v. Learn about Technical Authority. vi. Learn how to use the technical guidance to write a TWD. vii. Learn how to use the technical guidance to ship check. Learning Objective: Develop an understanding of the code’s daily tasks and the criteria needed to develop the code’s product. Instructional Model: Shadow, observation, hands-on, computer based and in person training. POC: Code supervisor Phase 3 (Weeks 14-26) – Overview - Additional on the Job Training (OJT) Not Mandatory for applicants in the SkillBridge Program for less than 180 days i. Develop Waterfront and Planning Yard products - Job Summaries, Task Group Instructions (TGIs), Deficiency Logs (DLs), Deficiency Reports (DRs), Drawing Development ii. Develop Waterfront and Planning Yard correspondences. iii. Perform ship checks. Learning Objective: Develop an understanding of the code’s daily tasks and the criteria needed to develop the code’s product. Instructional Model: Shadow, observation, hands-on, computer based and in person training. Develop an understanding of various types of correspondences and how their respective code communicates data, non-conformances, and general information. POC: Code supervisor
Job Title: Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics Engineer, GS-05 through GS-12 Job Description: The primary function of this position is to provide C290 Division waterfront planning and execution products for overhaul, repair, conversion, construction, testing, certification, inactivation, and recycling of ships. These products include but are not limited to the development and review of Task Group Instructions (TGIs), technical manuals, process instructions, test specifications, test procedures, system drawings, etc. Other primary functions may include performing ship checks, selecting and ordering material, and data analysis. A bachelor’s degree is required to be selected as an engineer.
Combat Systems related fields (Radar, Communications, Naval Tactical Data Systems, Torpedo Tubes/Weapons Handling Systems, Navigation Systems, Gun Mounts, Vertical Launch and Ballistic Missile Launching Systems, Sonar, Fire Control, and NAVICP equipment )
You must be a US Citizen, be able to gain a Security Clearance, pass a background check, and potentially pass a drug screening. This position is on location at Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, VA.
Inquiries about this C290 Combat Systems SkillBridge training plan can be directed to NNSY_SkillBridge@us.navy.mil
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Interview prep for this program▸
- ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
- ▸ "You list DATA, GUN, FIRE — what did interns from those specialties end up doing here?"
- ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
- ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
- ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
- ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
- ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway
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