About this role
Competent Person II
Job Description: What’s it like working for an innovative company that takes on some of the world’s most important challenges? Rewarding. At BAE Systems, our safety team plays key part in delivering first-in-class Safety Programs to keep our employees, contractors, and customers safe. San Diego Maritime Solutions is currently looking for a Competent Person. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, enjoy competitive salary packages and benefits for better work/life integration. We are commitment to excellence in everything we do, including providing a working environment where our employees feel supported and valued. Most importantly, with our culture of safety and innovation, and the chance to make an impact on our business, you'll build a career you can be proud of. As a Competent Person, you will: • Conducts Atmospheric testing and space inspections to determine that the area is safe for workers and hot work. • Maintains and ensures calibration of atmospheric testing equipment. • Maintains records of inspections and tests. • Applies gas free work scope processes to production needs while ensuring compliance to NFPA 306 and associated regulatory requirements. • Evaluates and coordinates the requirement for Marine Chemist required inspections. • Tests hollow structures for explosive atmosphere and recommends safe work practices. • Maintains compliance with OSHA 1915 Maritime requirements of Subparts B, C, D and P.
Required Skills and Education: • Typically requires combined experience of a degree and/or certificate courses in Occupational Health and Safety and/or high school diploma/GED and/or five years experience in the field of Safety or a closely related field. • Knowledgeable in Federal OSHA 29 CFR 1910 and 29 CFR 1915/ State OSHA regulations. • Gas Free Engineer/ Shipyard Competent Person experience. • Computer skills to include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Power Point). • Excellent communication skills with the ability to speak with large groups and interact with various people at different levels of management. • Bilingual (Spanish / English) not required but preferred.
About BAE Systems Platforms & Services Posting: BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
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.
Preferred Skills and Education: • Ability to understand and carry out written or verbal information or instructions left by Marine Chemist, Coast Guard authorized persons and Certified Industrial Hygienists. • Knowledge of Subparts B, C, D and H of 29 CFR 1915. • Ability to calibrate and use testing equipment including but not limited to, oxygen indicators, combustible gas indicators, carbon monoxide indicators, and carbon dioxide indicators, and to interpret accurately the test results of that equipment. • Ability to perform all required tests and inspections which are or may be performed by a competent person as set forth in Subparts B, C, D and H of 29 CFR 1915. • Ability to inspect, test, and evaluate spaces to determine the need for further testing by a Marine Chemist or a Certified Industrial Hygienist. • Ability to maintain records required by 29 CFR 1915.
Benefits Information: 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.
Intern Benefits: Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20+ hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance.
Please note: Some benefits may be different for union employees that are governed by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) or for positions covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O’Hara Service Contract Act (SCA).