Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on high-profile U.S. Navy facility development, recapitalization, and construction projects. Accuracy, integrity, subject matter expertise, and the ability to work well independently and with others are important traits we expect the successful candidate to possess and demonstrate.

This position is responsible for conceptual development, code compliance reviews, and ensuring SSP specific requirements are incorporated into the mechanical design portion of conceptual, preliminary and final design documentation. This includes both BAE conceptual designs and designs created by other architectural engineering firm hired as the responsible engineer for the project.

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.

About the program
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 BAE has 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 expects 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.

Position Description and Responsibilities:
BAE Systems is seeking an experienced senior mechanical engineer to support our work as a prime contractor on high-profile U.S Navy weapon systems projects. This senior mechanical 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, in developing the assigned projects from concept to operational stage. This senior position is responsible for developing conceptual mechanical system requirements, estimated HVAC loads, estimated Bill of Materials, and facility requirements documentation. The selected candidate will provide technical peer reviews of architectural/engineering design submittals, support the develop of Facilities Design Criteria & Facilities Evaluation Testing Criteria, and perform constructability reviews of construction design documentation. Candidate is also responsible to conduct/prepare engineering study reports and will make recommendations to solve facilities issues. The senior mechanical engineer will have experience in the application of various HVAC related equipment to ensure the most effective system type is selected for the design of the facility. The senior engineer will have working knowledge of ASHREA Standards such as 62.1, 90.1 and 183, including the life cycle cost analysis and ventilation calculations.

The senior engineer is responsible for providing input to comprehensive MILCON documentation and the mechanical portion of preliminary construction cost estimates.

This position will require the candidate to provide mechanical system guidance associated with specific 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.
Position may require generating a moderate amount of correspondence to internal/external customers, other BAE sector government property administrators, and other architectural/engineering personnel. Preparation of presentations for internal/external peers, and customers.

Candidate will also be required to manage and/or support other disciple tasks as needed. 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.

Maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information.

About BAE Systems and the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Program (SSP)
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 the world's 7th largest defense contractor, 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.

BAE Systems' Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Education and years of related/relevant professional work experience required: Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET Accredited program ant at least six years of related/relevant professional work experience or OR equivalent education and related facility mechanical experience required.

Additional skills/experience required:

• Professional work experience with mechanical HVAC, plumbing and gas & fluid distribution systems including HVAC equipment sizing and selection, building domestic water & sewage system sizing, piping sizing calculations.
• Experience performing requirements and constructability reviews of detailed design submittal packages
• At least 8 years of related professional work experience.
• Must be proficient with MS Office Suite programs including Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams
• Desire to attain a Professional Engineer License once in the position.

Technical Knowledge and Proficiency

• Professional knowledge and application of ASHREA 62.1 and 90.1 Standards
• Knowledge of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)
• Experience in the design, development or implementation of MILCON facilities
• Experience was building energy modelling software, such as Trane Trace, Carrier HAP

Communication

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Good writing skills to document facility requirements and make the necessary reports and correspondence.

Professionalism

• Excellent interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with colleagues, auditors, customers and vendors.
• Understanding of project managerial relationships and operations.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment and make sound decisions while complying with policies, procedures, appropriate principles and applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Good planning, time management and organization skills

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Professional working knowledge of ASHRAE Standards, ASME Codes, & International Mechanical Code
• Professional experience performing mechanical calculations associated with ventilation system sizing
• Professional experience of Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS)
• Previous experience in creating design drawings and supporting calculations associated industrial facilities
• Professional Engineer License

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $118095 - $200762

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.