Electrical Systems Engineer
Company Overview:
KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of War as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being.
KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility
Position Summary / Objective:
As an Electrical Systems Engineer, you will be on a dynamic team of technical subject matter experts providing technical management of products supporting the VIRGINIA Class Submarine Program at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC.
PMS450 is the acquisition program office for the New Construction of Attack Submarines and for identifying, assembling, managing, directing, and coordinating the resources required for the R&D, design, construction, Test and Evaluation (T&E), Live Fire Test and Evaluation (LFT&E), and Fleet introduction of the U.S. Navy's newest class of nuclear attack submarines. PMS450 is responsible for developing and deploying a more affordable, nuclear-powered attack submarine with multi-mission capability and enhanced capabilities for performance in littoral areas. VIRGINIA Class submarines support five of the six Navy core maritime capabilities: Deterrence, Maritime Security, Sea Control, Forward Presence, and Power Projection.
Essential functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Assess risk for technical decisions for Electrical Systems for VIRGINIA Class Ships. Deliver detailed support/risk briefs to Ship Design Managers (SDMs) and Deputy Ship Design Managers and provide technical expertise in the production of critical design and production documents provided by the System Integration Team (SIT) leads and Major Area Integration Team (MAIT) leads.
Provide engineering assessment, research, and problem resolution for VIRGINIA Class Electrical Systems.
Provide expert responses to requests for technical assistance or adjudication received via letter, Engineering Reports (ERs), Work Deferral Requests (WDRs), Departures from Specification (DFS), and Liaison Action Requests (LARs).
Support the VIRGINIA Class submarine Program Office Technical Division for the integration and execution of VIRGINIA Electrical system concept and design changes by participating / leading VTCs, working groups, and planning and technical meetings.
Assist with the development and implementation of programmatic documentation including ship and systems specifications, performance specifications, interface control documentation, and design decision documentation.
Serve as a technical lead and subject matter expert representing PMS 450 and 05U2 with various activities and Program Offices as well as coordinating with Engineering Agents, Technical Authorities, EB, HII-NNS, TYCOM, PMS 394 PMS 390, PMS 399, PMS 406, PMS 404, PMS 415, PMS 425, NAVSEA 05, PMA-280, and SUPSHIP for design reviews, system engineering efforts, hardware and software development, system / subsystems / sub-tier specification development, and interface definition and documentation.
Provide subject matter expertise in the development of technology roadmaps and processes to support Block Upgrades.
Review technical correspondence from EB, adjudicating comments, and providing official PMS 450 responses.
Review technical data packages, drawings, reports, logistics products, training materials, and provide technical recommendations.
Work with other PMS 450 positions to include other SITs, SDMs, DSDMs, MAITs, and NAVSEA Technical Warrant Holders (TWH), including electrical, mechanical, propulsion, ship safety and others.
Deliver formal presentations of engineering issues and concerns to the PMS 450 Program Manager and other senior officials on complex issues.
Required education and experience:
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering (or related field/curriculum having an Electrical concentration, such as Computer Engineering or Robotics Engineering).
An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
Minimum 8 years practical technical experience with focus and demonstrated expertise in submarine or surface ship electrical systems equipment including, but not limited to power generation and conversion equipment (Turbine generator, Diesel generator, electric motors, electric motor controllers, power transformers, power converters) or electrical power distribution equipment (switchboards, load centers and panels, arc fault detection systems, bus transfer switches and devices, circuit breakers, ground detection system, shore power interface components).
Preferred education and experience:
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or other STEM field.
10 years of experience with Navy acquisition and Submarine Programs.
Active-Duty Experience in the submarine service preferred.
Experience related to Submarines and/or Submarine Systems/Programs.
Familiarity with SUBSAFE, Deep Submergence System Scope of Certification (DSS-SOC), Level I Material, and Fly-By-Wire Ship Control System (FBW SCS) is a plus.
Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer.
Recent experience in Team Submarine would be ideal.
General knowledge of Submarine requirements in engineering.
Competencies:
Demonstrate strong leadership skills. Project/Program management experience or similar/related experience.
A mastery of electrical engineering principles in the development or operation of naval ships/submarines, ship systems, or subsystems.
Engineering and U.S. Navy acquisition fundamentals, as well as expertise with surface and/or undersea shipbuilding programs.
Excellent written and oral communications skills
Demonstrate strong qualitative, analytical and conceptual problem solving and thinking skills.
Ability to facilitate and coordinate efforts with key government and non-government stakeholders (internal and external to PMS 450 organization).
Ability to multi-task, deliver first time quality, and support deliverables for time sensitive tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to adapt, learn and grow, while mentoring junior team members effectively, building team cohesion and capacity.
Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite effectively.
Ability to be a team player, work well with others (internal and external to the organization) and contribute positively to work/team environment while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution to the team.
Ability to apply technical principles, theories, and concepts, in the field of electrical system design and analysis with some guidance from senior engineers, SMEs and supervisor.
Ability to work in a collaborative environment integrating various ship systems, with teams of engineers and designers of varying disciplines.
Additional eligibility requirements
Work authorization/security clearance requirements:
A US citizen with an active or current DoD Secret security clearance.
Other Duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.
Telework:
On site position at the Washington Navy Yard. Some situational teleworking may be authorized after an introductory period. Telework policies are subject to change.
Travel:
Travel up to 10% may be required.
Benefits and Additional Compensation:
KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.
AAP/EEO Statement:
KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any @type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.
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