Job Description BAE Systems is currently searching for a Field Service Engineer or high-level Technician with preferred experience working on the Trident II D5 Strategic Weapon System (SWS) test program, to support integration testing of SWS subsystems. This person will serve on-site to support Columbia Class Test Engineering/Shipyard Installation Test Program tasks in Groton CT and Quonset Point RI.
The successful candidate will have the primary task of providing technical support to the conduct of key test procedures and collecting test conduct metrics at the Electric Boat Shipyard. Data collected during test conduct (dockside and at-sea) will be analyzed to determine compliance with coordinated requirements and operational functions. Test analysis reports generated upon completion of procedures will be the vehicle to report weapon system capabilities and test results to the government Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) representative. Additional tasks may include investigations and efforts associated with such concepts as:- Systems engineering life cycle process
- Documentation development and distribution
- Configuration management and change control
- Subsystem development
- Facilitate problem resolution of system level weapon system issues
- Replacement Measurement Program
The candidate will be responsible for working with the Electric Boat shipyard shops/codes and fellow SSP contractor personnel to support the successful completion of the Shipyard Installation Test Program (SITP).
Examples of tasks include- Attend planning and status meetings and conferences, and communicate key events and milestones as needed
- Assist in developing and maintaining Ordnance Documentation and instructions in conjunction with SSP, NAVSEA, SUBMEPP, and contractor organizations
- Work with Customer to identify needs and concerns and convert needs to definable program / project tasks
- Act as technical interface with SSP regarding the implementation of the SITP, system level testing and certification for Columbia Strategic Weapons Systems
- Observe/participate/analyze tests applicable to the System Contractor
- Write Test Analysis Reports applicable to the System Contractor
About BAE Systems and the U.S. Navy’s Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)
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 worlds 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.
