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BAE Systems

SSBN/SSGN Missile Technician

BAE Systems, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 20599

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Engineering Technologist

From either the customer's facilities at the Washington Navy Yard or BAE facility in Cape Canaveral Florida, this position supports development and promulgation of the U.S. and U.K. Trident II SWS, and AWS Standard Operating Procedures and Principles of in accordance with Strategic Systems Programs Electronic Documentation (SSPED) delivery system program. This includes, coordinating and maintaining configuration of TRIDENT documentation, and developing responses to Fleet, contractor, and Navy program office documentation requests. There is no relocation assistance for this position. If relocation is necessary, the selected candidate must be willing to relocate at his/her own expense. BAE Systems is seeking an Engineering Technologist to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy weapon system. Candidates must exhibit a high level of accuracy, integrity, strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with others as the situation dictates. This position is responsible for, as a member of the SOP/Principles of Operation (BAE Systems) Technical Support Team, will participate in the timely start and execution of the documentation change process. Help ensure the successful completion of Performance Based deliverables using BAE Systems and customer processes, work instructions, and customer's directives. Support the daily operations of the SP205 Documentation Organization in the areas of Operational Documentation Reviews, Documentation Working Groups, Operational Safety Studies and other Special Studies as required by the Customer. Travel to various U.S. and U.K. Naval installations and other contractor facilities may be required during the Contract Year. This role will allow the use of acquired skills and knowledge to take on the new challenge of coordinating Technical Documentation Change Requests and Technical Information Data Base (TIDB) inputs between various contractors and Naval organizations to provide an integrated documentation package for TRIDENT II submarine use. Events may afford the opportunity to represent BAE Systems at fleet, government, and contractor liaison meetings. Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program's inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation's nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy. As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team. BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc. BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe. Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Candidates must ensure that resume addresses all stated requirements of the posted requisition. Only resumes that specifically include all required skills/experience/education will be considered. Minimum education and years of related/relevant experience required: High School Diploma and at least 6-8 years of recent and related professional work experience. Additional skills/experience required: Navy SSBN Strategic Weapon System (SWS)/SSGN Attack Weapon System (AWS) Missile Technician experience Knowledge of SWS Trident SSBN)/SSGN Attack Weapon System (AWS) Program including: SWS Missile Launching System, SWS/AWS Missile Support Systems, SWS/AWS Fire Control System, SWS Targeting, SWS/AWS Standard Operating Procedures, SWS/AWS Preventive Maintenance Procedures, SWS/AWS Configuration Management Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills Ability and willingness to travel to various CONUS and OCONUS locations up to 20% Ability to learn new skills involving evolving tasks Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Knowledge of Strategic Systems Programs Organization Experience with Microsoft Office Suite Technical Writing skills/experience Experience with Adobe Acrobat Pay Information

Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680 Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience. Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics. About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts

defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a teammaking a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we dofrom intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.