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Superintendent Assistant III
Job Description: Accomplish duties and responsibilities as Hot Work Coordinator (HWC) in accordance with NAVSEA standard item 009-08, having the sole function of coordinating hot work notification and execution for all contractor hot work performed daily during assigned ship repair project. Receive, manage, and process hot work permits with ships force and contractor personnel, being the central point of contact in processing and coordinating all shipboard hot work. Maintain required daily logs of hot work being conducted onboard ship, being accountable for knowing all hot work in progress at any given day and time, documenting hot work start and end times for assigned shift.
The HWC to attend meetings daily with project team/contractors/ships force/customer, addressing hot work conflicts of various contractors and shipboard work, and participation in Fire Safety Council (FSC) meetings in providing hot work information as requested. Work and communicate with assigned ship repair Project management team, trade and subcontractor personnel, and Government AIT groups the limitations of daily submitted hot-work permits and the limitations of same-day hot work permit submittal. Prioritize hot work allocation based on ship project Integrated Production Schedule (IPS) and de-conflict production work by ship compartment areas in support of ship safety and project team direction. • The HWC to generate and submit required reports via Condition Found Report (CFR) documenting the weekly recap of hot work permits submitted and executed, with related information of those hot work permits and why they were not executed as planned. Work with the project team IPS to identify and summarize in a report the two-week forecast of planned hot work and submit as a required report. • Work with designated ships force hot work responsible representatives, the ship’s Fire Marshall, in reviewing and submitting planned daily hot work permits, addressing any concerns from ships force on the safety requirements, and communicating with applicable hot work teams for safety awareness and production work de-confliction. Conduct the job duties and responsibilities of the assigned project Hot Work Coordinator in accordance with BAE Operations Procedure. Review and become knowledgeable of BAE Hot Work Operations Procedure, including personnel responsibilities and safety requirements. • The HWC to understand the IPS and what project managers are working daily to ensure hot work permits are not being worked during any event to where hot work would be secured (painting, ammo transfer, fuel transfer, etc.). The HWC shall de-conflict any issues/discrepancies with each hot work permit to the Hot Work Supervisor and Ships Management Team as required. The HWC is required to discuss daily any issues/concerns regarding hot work to the project team, Supervisor and Ships Force. The HWC's job is extremely vital on each project, knowingly having an impact on project schedule and budget performance of planned hot work permits not worked. Safety is the number one priority for HWC. The HWC shall be fully involved in each permit by reviewing for accuracy prior to submitting it to ships force. • The HWC position requires working in shipyard environment, exposed to shipboard production generated noise and walking through production work areas onboard ship with PPE and safety awareness at all times. Daily work areas are onboard ship compartments, meeting with designated representatives responsible for the planned hot work, documenting start and end times of hot work being conducted for assigned shift and maintaining daily hot work log as required.
Required Skills and Education: • High school or equivalent degree. • Must have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in the trade. • Must be able to obtain a government access badge. • Demonstrated technical knowledge in the relevant trade. • Demonstrated ability to plan, schedule, supervise, and direct the work of other employees in the relevant trade or industry. • Ability to use discretion and judgment in making operations and personnel decisions. • Proficient computer skills required including experience with Microsoft Office programs and similar software. • Good oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Skills and Education: Electrical experience and temp services (setting up electrical power, ventilation air handling, lighting, fire protection systems, and compressed air services) Knowledge of NAVSEA standard
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.
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).