Manage waterfront operations and engineering support for NAVSEA, coordinating with teams, ensuring compliance, and addressing complex issues.
Job Description
BAE Systems is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated Lead Waterfront Manager, with current Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) management and waterfront operations experience, to support the Senior Program Manager and our Team that provides the full range of technical engineering support services necessary for cradle-to-grave engineering support and waterfront management for the NAVSEA Program Executive Office (PEO) for Integrated Warfare Systems (IWS) Combat Management Systems (CMS). The Waterfront Manager position is available at each of the following CONUS and OCONUS locations: Norfolk, VA; Everett, WA; San Diego, CA; Yokosuka, Japan; Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; Rota, Spain and Mayport, FL.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum education and years of experience required: A degree in a technical field (this could include, but is not limited to computer science, computer engineering, engineering, engineering management, information science, information systems management, information technology, mathematics, operations research, statistics, technology management and system engineering)
And
Associate's degree with twenty (20) years of U.S. Navy Combat Systems experience
Or
Bachelor's degree with fifteen (15) years of relevant engineering experience (this could include, but is not limited to experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, and test and evaluation, experience in concept definition, requirements definition and initial and detailed system design activities)
Or
Master's degree with ten (10) years of relevant engineering experience (this could include, but is not limited to experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, and test and evaluation; experience in concept definition, requirements definition and initial and detailed system design activities).
Or
PhD with eight (8) years of relevant engineering experience (this could include, but is not limited to experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, and test and evaluation; experience in concept definition, requirements definition and initial and detailed system design activities).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) for project tracking, reporting, and data analysis.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Project Management Professional (PMP) or DAWIA III in Program Management.
Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Regulations.
Current or previous experience supporting NAVSEA PEO IWS CMS efforts.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
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 team-making 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 do-from 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.
BAE Systems is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated Lead Waterfront Manager, with current Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) management and waterfront operations experience, to support the Senior Program Manager and our Team that provides the full range of technical engineering support services necessary for cradle-to-grave engineering support and waterfront management for the NAVSEA Program Executive Office (PEO) for Integrated Warfare Systems (IWS) Combat Management Systems (CMS). The Waterfront Manager position is available at each of the following CONUS and OCONUS locations: Norfolk, VA; Everett, WA; San Diego, CA; Yokosuka, Japan; Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; Rota, Spain and Mayport, FL.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES AND EXPERIENCE:
- Expert Communication and Briefing Skills
- Experience related to the identification, analysis and resolution of complex systems engineering issues involving Navy weapon and combat systems.
- Experience composing technical documents including training materials, installation guides, configuration management concepts, proposals and reports in accordance with technical documentation guidelines and standards.
- Expertise in strategic planning, coordination, logistics and vast familiarity with senior and flag level support, including new program initiatives.
- Knowledgeable on DoW/DON Policies and Procedures relating to systems engineering process, software development and software management, verification and validation, test and evaluation and Navy combat systems.
- Knowledge of US NAVY in-service Fleet waterfront management and continuity to the Program Office, to include: maintenance availabilities, fleet technical support with the in-service engineering agent (ISEA), casualty reporting and response, Fleet & Type Commander organizational reporting and structure, Fleet schedules.
- Knowledge to maintain and communicate situational awareness of respective in-service Surface Combatant Combat/Weapon System Lifecycle, Readiness and Modernization design, planning, logistics, lifecycle, integration, interoperability and modernization issues and provide fleet feedback to ISEAs and Program Sponsors to facilitate issue resolution.
- Monitor program progress, identify risks or issues, and communicate updates to the Senior Program Manager.
- Facilitate communication between internal teams, program leadership, and customer stakeholders.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute program plans.
- Proven team-oriented mindset, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet program goals and foster a positive working environment.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Minimum education and years of experience required: A degree in a technical field (this could include, but is not limited to computer science, computer engineering, engineering, engineering management, information science, information systems management, information technology, mathematics, operations research, statistics, technology management and system engineering)
And
Associate's degree with twenty (20) years of U.S. Navy Combat Systems experience
Or
Bachelor's degree with fifteen (15) years of relevant engineering experience (this could include, but is not limited to experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, and test and evaluation, experience in concept definition, requirements definition and initial and detailed system design activities)
Or
Master's degree with ten (10) years of relevant engineering experience (this could include, but is not limited to experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, and test and evaluation; experience in concept definition, requirements definition and initial and detailed system design activities).
Or
PhD with eight (8) years of relevant engineering experience (this could include, but is not limited to experience in DoD systems architectures, design, development, and test and evaluation; experience in concept definition, requirements definition and initial and detailed system design activities).
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint) for project tracking, reporting, and data analysis.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Project Management Professional (PMP) or DAWIA III in Program Management.
Knowledge of DoD Acquisition Regulations.
Current or previous experience supporting NAVSEA PEO IWS CMS efforts.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $132962 - $226035
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 team-making 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 do-from 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.
BAE Systems, Inc. Redmond, Washington, USA Office
8510 154th Ave NE, Redmond, WA, United States, 98052
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