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KMS Solutions, LLC · 8 hours ago

Strategic Weapons Support Systems - SWSS Engineer

Washington Navy Yard, DC, US

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

$110K/yr - $140K/yr

3+ years exp

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management and solutions company specializing in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. The SWSS Engineer role supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office, providing engineering, logistics, and project management support for SSGN and SSBN Class Submarines.

ConsultingProfessional Services

Culture & Values

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Assist with TFR and TDENT responses as required to ensure technical acceptance

Interface with entire technical warrant holder (TWH) community to include NAVSEA 05, In-Service Engineering Agents (ISEAs) and Warfare centers to maintain awareness of technical system architecture of systems / components and risk associated with lifecycle maintenance and sustainability concerns for In-Service US/UK SSBN’s

Perform data and risk analysis to forecast current and future engineering issues related to lifecycle maintenance and sustainability for in-service US/UK SSBNs

Contribute to investigations of component failures and propose maintenance modifications

Engage in evaluating potential component replacements to ensure compatibility in form, fit, and function

Work with the Technical branch and other organizations to stay updated on new capabilities, address known gaps, and assess risks associated with new architecture

Offer insights into financial requirements to support risk mitigation strategies

Coordinate with various ISEA for SWSS related issues including alterations, fleet training improvement, fleet feedback and fleet trends for sustainment

Work with NAVSEA technical codes, SSP, and U.S. Fleet personnel to resolve in-service problems and provide recommendations for resolution

Provide recommendation for potential U.S./UK common design changes. Leverage common systems and parts to address obsolescence, supplier-based responsiveness and fleet maintenance trends

Support the Obsolescence Team in development and execution of the Obsolescence Strategy for both the US and UK programs

Assist with resolution of UK Technical Queries interfacing with various organizations for ultimate resolution

Participate in the Engineering Face to Face Working Group

Collaborate with SUBMEPP to ensure accurate updates to maintenance documentation, stay informed about Availability Work Package (AWP), and engage with technical study assessments as needed to support UK requests for component maintenance extensions

Support SWS Weeks in Kings Bay, GA or Bangor, WA, and UK as needed

Coordinate and facilitate key stakeholder engagements with the Technical Branch

Coordinate across technical stakeholders including SEA05 and NSWC Corona to identify and implement changes to the Planned Maintenance Management Program (PMMP) for mitigating obsolescence issues

Qualification

Engineering degreeNAVSEA experienceIntegrated Logistics SupportMicrosoft Office proficiencyDatabase knowledgeAnalytical skillsTeam playerCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsReliability

Required

Bachelor's degree in any engineering discipline

3+ years of experience in engineering

Must have excellent client interface skills

Must work well individually and as part of a team

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Must have good verbal and written communication skills

Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative

Preferred

NAVSEA experience is preferred

Submarine experience is highly desired

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook software

Expert knowledge of the Federal Supply System. This includes comprehensive knowledge of Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) concepts, policies, procedures and techniques, and their application to weapon system acquisition, management and sustainment

Familiarity with current Defense Industrial Base challenges

Ability to develop new vendors and industrial capabilities PMS 396 can leverage to reduce supply chain risks

Working knowledge of various databases utilized in accomplishing the research to develop and Maritime Industrial Base performance, including Navy Enterprise Resource Planning (N-ERP), Haystack, Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), Product Data Reporting and Evaluation Program (PDREP), the In-Service Submarine and Sustainment Reliability Portal (ISARP) and the Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) is required

Provide Logistics review and analysis of change proposals, design improvement proposals, drawing changes, technical manual development, and lifecycle supportability/sustainment considerations

Demonstrate ability to be a team player; works well with others; contributes positively to work/team environment while continually seeking ways to enhance contribution to the team

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills

High comfort level working with and around all military/organizational levels, clients, customers, suppliers, and visitors

Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities