Pay Rate:
The annual base salary range for this position $TBD. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. At Sawdey Solution Services, we recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. We will consider several factors when extending an offer to an applicant. These factors include (but are not limited to) the position, associated responsibilities, work experience, education, related training, and related skills.
Position Locations: Sasebo, Japan
Other Locations: Bahrain; Rota, Spain; Yokosuka, Japan; Singapore (On-Site)
Telework/Work-from-Home Authorized:
No
About the Role:
In the technical functional task area, SEA 21 requires contractor support in the areas of hull, mechanical, and electrical (HM&E), combat systems, aviation and data, cyber, and information systems. SEA 21 needs HM&E, combat systems, and aviation support for the program offices to plan modernization, analyze system performance across ships, and plan sustainment of systems. SEA 21 needs HM&E, combat systems, and aviation support at the waterfront to execute program modernization and work closely with fleet and the shore establishment to assess maintenance and sustainment of equipment at the individual ship level. SEA 21 needs data, cyber, and information systems support to design and assess the performance of systems and equipment during design and development, test events, trials, and normal operation. Technical efforts include analyzing reliability, maintainability, and availability data, developing and performing test and evaluation plans, and developing and implementing science and technology and SBIR efforts. In support of this functional task area, the contractor must:
- Analyze, manipulate, or process large sets of data using statistical software.
- Identify business problems or program objectives that can be addressed through data analysis.
- Deliver oral presentations and written results of mathematical modeling and data analysis to programs.
- Design surveys, opinion polls, or other tools to collect data.
- Create graphs, charts, or other visualizations to convey the results of data analysis.
- Write functions and customize applications to conduct analyses.
- Recommend data-driven solutions to programs for budget, resources, and policy decisions.
- Interpret test information to resolve design-related problems.
- Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers, field representatives, and shore support to procure parts and make resources available.
- Oversee and report on the installation or operation of equipment or systems.
- Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
- Review electrical engineering plans and designs to ensure adherence to specifications and compliance with applicable electrical codes and standards.
- Educate equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.
- Estimate cost, material, and resources, and prepare project schedules and budgets.
- Develop and review maintenance standards.
- Select electronics equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications.
- Provide support and recommendations regarding the installation and use of new and existing equipment.
- Access and maintain records and manuals to document testing or operation of equipment, status of installed equipment, and history of repairs and corrective actions.
- Assist in procuring parts and equipment and maintaining inventory and related documentation.
- Assess the quality of security controls, using performance indicators.
- Identify risks and implement solutions to information security problems.
- Review security and risk assessments of equipment and systems for compliance with cybersecurity standards and regulations.
- Recommend programs and oversee the program’s use of information security standards, policies, and best practices.
- Coordinate monitoring of systems, assessing vulnerabilities, analyzing information security systems.
- Develop information security standards and best practices and implement tools to assist in detecting, preventing, and analyzing security threats.
- Write reports evaluating networks and investigating information security risks.
- Analyze data to estimate costs and to develop and determine the feasibility of designs and proposals.
- Evaluate performance of ships and systems during testing and dock and sea trials to determine conformance with design standards.
- Investigate and observe tests on machinery and equipment for compliance with standards.
- Review work requests and compare them with previous work completed on ships to ensure that costs and scope are reasonable.
- Act as liaisons between Ship's Force, shore support, and programs to communicate cost, schedule, and technical performance.
- Coordinate activities with stakeholders to ensure maintenance, repairs, and alterations are at minimum cost and impact and consistent with safety and policy.
- Maintain contact with shipyard contractors and write reports to track completion of work.
- Design and oversee testing, installation, repair of and training on equipment and systems.
- Review layout and operation of ships, systems, and equipment and their compliance with standards and design drawings and schematics.
- Prepare plans, estimates, design and construction schedules, and contract specifications, including any special provisions.
- Maintain records of maintenance, repair, and modernization of systems and equipment.
- Prepare technical reports for use by programs.
- Coordinate maintenance and repair of ship's equipment and systems.
- Conduct statistical studies to analyze or compare equipment costs, installation and repair schedules, and equipment performance.
- Assist in operational and performance testing of components, systems, and equipment to determine characteristics and improve performance.
- Conduct failure analyses, document results, and recommend corrective actions.
- Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
- Monitor, inspect, and test HM&E equipment.
- Discuss changes in design, policy, and procedures with programs and external stakeholders.
- Provide technical support to programs and other employees regarding technical systems and documentation.
- Prepare sketches and write and review procedures for equipment operation and maintenance.
- Assist engineers to design, develop, and test HM&E and combat systems.
- Prepare equipment inspection schedules, reliability schedules, work plans, and other records.
- Prepare specifications and designs for ship components, equipment, and systems.
Additional Responsibilities Include, but are not Limited To:
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
Experience Requirements:
- Minimum of 10 years’ professional experience related to position required
- 15 years’ professional experience related to position and experience supporting a DoD component preferred
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or related field OR preferred years of experience required
- Master’s degree in marine engineering, naval architecture, or related field preferred
Certificate, License, and Registration Requirements:
- Professional Engineer’s license preferred
Other Required Skills & Abilities:
- Shows proficient skills associated with the position
- Performs complex tasks independently and completes assigned tasks on time and to a standard that is satisfactory or better.
- Provides guidance and oversight to contractors at the junior and mid experience levels.
- Must be able to effectively communicate with customer and fulfill all duties and responsibilities as listed in the contract.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including, but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Security Clearance Requirements:
Secret Clearance
Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance
US Citizenship Requirements:
This position supports a U.S. Government Contract whose terms require Sawdey Solution Services to staff it only with U.S. Citizens.
Benefits at Sawdey Solution Services:
At Sawdey Solution Services, we offer an extensive benefits package. Our employee-focused benefits for full-time employees include:
- Vibrant Company Culture: Become an integral part of our positive, encouraging, and uplifting team culture; we are all on this mission together!
- Healthy Work-Life Balance: We place a strong emphasis on work-life balance; we don’t just ‘talk the talk’ in terms of work-life balance, we ‘walk the walk’! We not only support, but highly encourage, prioritizing your health and well-being.
- Competitive Compensation Package: Competitive rates with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits for you, your spouse, and your dependents.
o Health Saving Account (HSA) with employer contributions.
o Dependent-care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
o Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) and Federal Holiday Observance.
o Immediately vested 401 (k) with employer matching.
o Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
o Employee Referral program with compensated referrals!
o Additional benefits offered.
- Grow With Us: We offer a paid Training and Tuition reimbursement program to help you advance and excel in your career. We prioritize internal promotions and success.
Sawdey Solution Services firmly believes in our employees and advocates an environment to promote from within, which serves to boost morale while keeping high performers engaged and challenged. We also place the utmost importance on team building and collaboration in a remote environment. To promote these beliefs, you will also find additional benefits and programs that will enrich your career here at Sawdey Solution Services:
- Wellness Challenges.
- Focus on internal career advancement and growth.
