Job Description

What's it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world's most important challenges? Rewarding. Our skilled trade teams are on the front lines helping to deliver life-saving products to the U.S military. If you are a problem-solver and a team player, we are currently looking for a Adssistant Dockmaster to oversee drydocking and undocking operations, ensuring the safety of personnel, ships, and dry docks.

Here, we value our workforce, and that means providing our employees with competitive salary and benefit packages and plenty of resources for career growth. Make a difference doing work you can be proud of and leading a team that shares a passion of helping to protect our nation.

As a Assistant Dockmaster, you will:

Oversee drydocking and undocking operations, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations
Plan and execute safe drydocking evolutions and vessel launchings
Maintain positive stability of all vessels under company control
Train personnel in dry dock operation and maintenance
Ensure compliance with company, EPA, OSHA, and USCG regulations
Maintain records and perform maintenance on floating dry docks and marine railways

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Bachelor's degree in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering from a four year college or university; and 4 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful completion of a drydocking training course
Knowledge of MIL-STD 1625 series, NAVSHIPS Technical Manual, Chapter 997, and Facility Certification Reports.
Knowledge of docking procedures, ship handling, and ship design
Proficient in computer applications such as MS Word, Excel, Access, and AutoCAD.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Physical Demands:

Ability to stand, walk, and climb in a fast-paced, outdoor environment
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and work in loud, wet, and humid conditions
Ability to work at hights

Work Environment:

Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, high places, and extreme heat
Must be able to work in a loud, dynamic environment with varying weather conditions

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

NAVSEA Certified Dockmaster/FOS

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $95106 - $161680

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 Platforms & Services
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.

The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and naval ship repair...just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.

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.