Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Baseline Coordinator

Job Description

Job Description

BAESystems has an exciting opportunity for an experienced technical professional supportingthe US Navy AEGIS Technical Representative’s (TECHREP) Foreign Military Sales (FMS)Programs. The selected individual will provide on-site direction, oversight,and support in the testing and validation of AEGIS weapon and combat system computerprograms. BAE Systems supports the AEGIS TECHREP by providing leadership at theContractor's facility to oversee the engineering, development, integration,test and evaluation, and production of AEGIS Weapon System (AWS) and AEGISCombat System (ACS) equipment and computer programs. For over 40[HJL(1] years, BAE Systems has served as the trusted agent to provide Independent Verificationand Validation (IV&V) of US Navy, BMD, & FMS Combat System Development.

Theselected candidate will act as Baseline Coordinator for FMS baselines providingEngineering and Technical support on assigned programs (including but notlimited to: Japan, Spain, Norway, Korea, Australia, Saudi Arabia, and Canada)to the US Navy’s AEGIS TECHREP. The selected candidate will join an integratedteam of talented engineers and technologists dedicated to providing independentquality assessment support in the developmental of computer programs criticalto the defense of the United States and Foreign Military Sales Partners.

Theselected candidate will be responsible for working closely with the AEGISTECHREP Government community and industry partners to coordinate testscheduling, document reviews, test execution, provide and brief analysisfindings, perform requirements management, participate and lead meetings, andreport generation in support of successful development and integration ofComputer Programs to meet Certification.

• Prepareand coordinate plans and schedules for new or current Foreign Military Salesprograms

• Determine,monitor, and review program schedules and manpower requirements

• Analyzeeffects of projects upon various areas such as Engineering, Test &Evaluation, and Logistics to determine support requirements and obtain therequired resources

• Resolveprogram support and preparation problems and assesse the progress againstestablished plans and parameters as well as Releasability policy and procedures

• EmbraceModel Based Engineering principles set forth by the Systems Engineering Team

• Applytechnical and engineering principles in performing work in the FMS arearequiring application of standard techniques, procedures and criteriaproviding, support to our customer and management of support provided bySubject Matter Experts

• ApplyFMS Design review and Development processes, methods, and philosophy andparticipate with Engineers in the review of specifications in coordination ofDevelopment and Integration efforts.

• Providesupport through review of design documentation for Major Milestone Reviews,development processes, integration testing, and acceptance of computer programsand specifications

• Assistthe US Navy TECHREP in generating project plans and assumptions for financialforecasting based on program deliverables

Candidatemust possess excellent oral and written skills and be able to workindependently when required. Generally,work hours are standard, but occasionally some second and/or third shift hourswill be required. Little or no travel isexpected, but willingness to travel in support of emergent customer needs isrequired.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• Minimum 2 years’ experience with DoD/DoN programs, Industry or Government technical management, and Industry or Government business management with a strong focus on Navy/AEGIS programs
• Security Clearance Requirement: Must have a secret level DoD security clearance (U.S. Citizenship required).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, etc.)
• Experience with development and maintenance of computer programs
• Understanding of the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Active DoD security clearance
• Project Management experience a plus
• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) in a related engineering field or a minimum of 4 years of experience of in-depth specialized knowledge in the related field such as computer programming, systems engineering or equivalent.
• Experience with AEGIS Baseline development and FMS Programs a plus

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.
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