Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on a high-profile U.S. Navy facility development, recapitalization, and construction projects. Accuracy, integrity, fundamental mechanical system knowledge, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate.
Position Description and Responsibilities:
This mechanical engineering position will assist in military construction (MILCON) project development, compliance reviews, constructability reviews and ensuring SSP specific requirements are incorporated into the mechanical and plumbing portion of various design phases of the MILCON projects.
BAE Systems is seeking a mechanical engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on high-profile U.S Navy weapon systems. This position will support the Navy Program Manager responsible for Strategic Systems Planning (SSP) Facilities Acquisition at TRIDENT Submarine Bases, primarily at Kings Bay, Georgia and Bangor, Washington. This position is responsible for assisting in the development conceptual level system sizing, preliminary Bill of Materials, and the development of project requirements. The selected candidate will support technical peer reviews of architectural/engineering design submittals, support the develop of unique SSP facility requirements & testing criteria, and perform constructability reviews of A/E produced design documentation. Candidate will also provide input and assist in the development of engineering study reports and help coordinate and resolve facility design/integration issues.
The position will assist in developing comprehensive MILCON documentation and the assist with the mechanical portion of preliminary construction cost estimates. The position will also engage in working with subcontractors/stakeholder for requirements input, review of scopes of work, and review of site studies, such as existing utility (natural gas, domestic water, compressed air, steam, fire water) distribution capacity at selected sites for the new infrastructure.
The position will require the candidate to assist the lead Mechanical Engineer with development of SSP facility requirements for construction documentation to ensure the constructed facility performs the necessary function of mission. A limited amount of travel to off-site locations could be required on an as needed basis to support studies and design meetings.
The position will require generating a moderate amount of correspondence to internal/external customers, other BAE sector government property administrators, and other architectural/engineering personnel. The candidate should have the capability to draft professional documents for grammar, spelling and clarity.
The candidate will be required to manage and/or support other disciple tasks, as needed, for coordination of engineering deliverables. This position must also work with and support corporate Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) personnel to maintain a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies.
The candidate will be required to maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.
and the U.S. Navy s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)
Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy s Strategic Systems Program (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 as 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 truly 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 world s 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
Education and years of related/relevant work experience reqiured: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Accredited program preferred and at least two years of related/relevant professional work experience OR equivalent education and related facility HVAC/plumbing experience.
Additional skills/experience required:
Knowledge of Mechanical utility systems including HVAC ventilation air, domestic water, sanitary sewer, compressed air
Knowledge of HVAC system components, pumps, pipe sizing
Experience in the development of pressure drop calculations, report writing, and fluid dynamics
Must be proficient with MS Office Suite programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Excellent interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with colleagues, auditors, customers and vendors
Good planning, time management and organization skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
The desire to obtain Engineer-In-Training designation
Knowledge/experience of standard mechanical codes, such ASHREA, ASME, ANSI
Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)
Experience in the development of design packages for construction of facilities
Knowledge of facility load calculation software; Trane Trace, Carrier HAP, etc
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $79365 - $134921
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.
Mechanical Engineer, Navy Facility HVAC/Plumbing Systems
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