Submarine Electrical Systems Specialist

KMS Solutions
US - District of Columbia - Washington
November 15, 2024

Submarine Electrical Systems SpecialistCompany 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 Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nations security and well-being.

KMS is a 2024 winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.

Position Summary / Objective:

KMS Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as a professional systems engineer in the Electrical Systems Branch of the In-Service Submarine Systems Engineering Division (NAVSEA 05U7) to manage systems engineering requirements and develop technical strategies to maintain and improve submarine system performance. Senior technical expert for assigned systems for all U. S. Navy submarines to include continuous systems monitoring, problem solving, evaluation/modification, maintenance and repair specifications, and technical troubleshooting and guidance for emergent fleet issues. This position is available immediately. Salary is dependent on experience and education.

Essential functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Execute Ship Design Manager and Engineering Manager's Technical Authority for all in-service submarine classes.
Develop/review operational and technical written documentation such as Performance Monitoring Program (PMP) Operations manuals, Planned Maintenance System (PMS) procedures, Performance Criteria Manuals, System Health reports, Departure for Specifications (DFS), Liaison Action Requests (LARs), and Steam and Electric Plant Manuals (SEPM).
Provide engineering oversight of Condition Based Maintenance (CBM) and Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) engineering practices. Resolution of technical problems through expert knowledge of submarine systems design, operations, logistics support practices, and sound technical judgement.
Influence other NAVSEA codes and Program Offices, Submarine Force Commanders, equipment manufacturers, engineering service contractors, Naval Warfare Centers, Supervisors of Shipbuilding, naval shipyards, and Performance Monitoring Teams (PMT) for maintenance of ship systems and technical issues.
Ensures appropriate systems engineering processes are properly applied during systems life cycle sustainment.
Plan, manage and coordinate various engineering development programs/projects which involve continuous systems monitoring, evaluation, modification, and analysis of other pertinent factors affecting system performance.
Keep abreast of latest engineering technological advances as well as state of the art applications pertinent to the development of new products or theories within various engineering fields.

Required education and experience:

At least 10 years of relevant experience.

Preferred education and experience:

Preference to have a Qualified Engineering Watch Supervisor or Shipboard Engineering Experience working with Naval Reactors.
Preference to those experienced-on operation of S9G (VA Class) or S8G (SSBN/SSGN) plants and interfacing equipment.

Preference to those with experience at Performance Monitoring Team (PMT).

Competencies:

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

Additional eligibility requirementsWork authorization/security clearance requirements:

Must possess an active 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.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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.

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. The employee must be available during the "core" work hours of 9:00 a. m. to 3:00 p. m. and must account for the hours in a pay period to maintain full-time status.

Telework:

This is a Telework Allowed up to 40% position.

Travel:

Approximately 20% travel 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 policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation.

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