Commonly Asked Recruiting Questions
What kind of jobs does LCE have available?
We have a team with a wide range of experience and capabilities, and we hire for a wide variety of positions! LCE often has openings in IT, Engineering, Waterfront support, and Shipyard Maintenance Planning, as well as support roles in Operations, Finance, and Logistics. We often look for military (especially Navy) or shipyard veterans to leverage their skill sets in Navy ship maintenance or government/military IT systems. We periodically have openings to support our corporate office in areas like Accounting, Contracts, Human Resources, Administrative support, and more!
Can I work remotely at LCE?
Many roles allow some or all of the work to be done remotely from a home office, while others must be performed on-site due to job requirements or client needs. We indicate the level of remote work for each position in the job posting. Any role listed as less than 100% Remote will require some on-site work at the location posted. You can also filter your job search by location and/or All Onsite/Partially Remote/Fully Remote.
What does an LCE recruiter/hiring manager want to see on my résumé?
Please include anything relevant to the job you’re applying for. Generally, it’s a good idea to list your full work history (in reverse chronological order) with Company, Job Title, and Dates of Employment, along with a bulleted list of major accomplishments or duties in that position. If you have a very long career, it’s ok to omit some earlier/irrelevant positions.
What does an LCE recruiter/hiring manager want to see on my résumé?
Please include anything relevant to the job you’re applying for. Generally, it’s a good idea to list your full work history (in reverse chronological order) with Company, Job Title, and Dates of Employment, along with a bulleted list of major accomplishments or duties in that position. If you have a very long career, it’s ok to omit some earlier/irrelevant positions.
If your military career is relevant to the job you’re applying for, be sure to include every position and duty station, along with key details such as ships/platforms you served on, specific schools completed or certifications earned, particular systems or equipment you used or maintained, etc.
When it comes to résumé length, let your level of experience guide you. If you’re a recent grad or have just a few years’ experience, one page is usually sufficient. If you have a decades-long career, it’s perfectly appropriate for your resume to span multiple pages.
If you’re currently located in a different geographic area than where you’re hoping to work, indicate that in the résumé (something like, “seeking positions in the Philadelphia, PA area” works). Make sure to include an email address and phone number that is monitored closely while you’re applying for jobs. Bonus tip: make sure your email address is professional (no silly nicknames or inappropriate slang).
What can I expect in the interview process at LCE?
The process typically looks like this:
- Recruiter Phone Call – to review details about the company and position and gather some basics about your interests and background. At that point, if there seems to be a match, the recruiter will forward your information to the LCE hiring manager to review.
- Phone or WebEx Interview with the LCE manager
- Either a Job Offer, Final LCE Manager/Team Interview, or potentially a meeting with the LCE customer you’d be supporting in the role.
The typical length of time between each step varies from a couple of days to a couple of weeks if the position is funded. If the position is pipelining for future work, the 2nd and 3rd steps may go longer, but your recruiter will keep you as informed as possible along the way.
Your recruiter is your main point of contact throughout all the phases of our hiring process, and is available if any questions arise. If you are moving forward in other interview processes to final stages or offers, let your LCE recruiter know as they can help expedite LCE’s timeline where possible.
How do I prepare for my LCE interview?
Review the job description carefully and be prepared to explain how your past experiences have prepared you for the role or how you plan to build any skills you may be missing. Prepare a list of specific examples from your previous experience that demonstrate the key skills required. To structure your answers clearly and effectively, consider using the STAR method.
S- Situation (describe the situation)
T- Technique (what approach did you use?)
A- Action (what action did you take?)
R- Result (what was the result of your action?)
Be prepared to share examples of times when things didn’t go as planned – what happened, how you responded, and what you learned. Be ready to discuss your career goals and how this position aligns with them. Interviewers are often drawn to candidates who are self-motivated, eager to learn, and demonstrate an openness to coaching and mentorship. Finally, have a few thoughtful questions about the job or company to ask in the interview which helps shows genuine interest and engagement.
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