Shipboard IT (SBIT) Specialist (Server Team Member)

Job Summary

As a Shipboard IT (SBIT) Specialist at BPMI, you will be in a project-oriented position with primary responsibilities in deployment, fleet support, and troubleshooting of Propulsion Plant Area Network (PPLAN) servers, network, and software functional issues. This position also includes the oversight, development, and life cycle management of PPLAN servers.

Essential Duties:

• Initiate and perform assigned IT projects to address obsolescence, cybersecurity, and other technical requirements considering user feedback, field performance data, metrics and emerging issues.


• Provide oversight of the installation of network hardware and software products at end destinations.


• Provide planned and emergent fleet support and lead fielding activities in remote and on-site capacities for systems and components related to a limited aspect of the group's function.


• Coordinate and team with other professionals/engineers to ensure proper integration of new components and software versions, participate in technical design reviews, support logistics actions, and assist in validating, verifying, and testing procedures for assigned systems.


• Develop and maintain detailed documentation including procedures, system diagrams, specifications, processes, cost and schedule estimates, and configuration records in compliance with quality requirements.


• Initiate and perform sustainment and development tasks including planning, testing, and implementation of new or modified systems for improvements, process efficiency, and technology modernization, ensuring alignment with program goals, engineering standards, and cybersecurity requirements.


• Prepare technical correspondence and supporting information for Government review, providing data, recommendations, and requests for funding.


• Create, prepare, provide, and support regular training to end users in area of assigned cognizance.


• Support implementation and documentation of cybersecurity compliance with government requirements.


• Communicate extensively internally as well as with external customer and supplier personnel.


• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all responsibilities of the position.

What You Can Expect:

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.


• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.


• Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization.


• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.


• Career advancement and professional development programs.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Information Technology, or closely related degree from an accredited college or university.


• A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience. An advanced degree may be considered in lieu of one year of experience.


• Ten (10) or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years of experience requirements.


• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required. 

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability of effective written and oral communication skills and creative problem-solving capabilities is strongly desired.


• Experience with any of the following is preferred:
  
  
  
  • Support of IT networks
  
  
  • Virtualization (VMWare)
  
  
  • Network communication architecture
  
  
  • Backup and recovery software methodologies
  
  
  • Network administration
  
  
  • Configuration and use of network firewalls
  
  
  • Knowledge of network hardware
  
  
  • Configuration and support of wireless networks
  
  
  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity compliance
  
  
  
  

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a prime contractor for the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program (NNPP). BPMI is involved in the design, purchase, quality control, and delivery of major propulsion plant components for installation in nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, submarines, and prototype plants for the U.S. Navy. Teamwork, cooperation, and the pursuit of excellence have been the driving forces behind the growth and success of BPMI. For more information, visit www.bpmionline.com.