Entry Level Aerospace Engineering Jobs in Reston, VA

Job Description BAE Systems is seeking an entry-level Engineering Planner to support our work as a prime contractor on high-profile U.S Navy weapon systems. This Engineering Planner position will support the Navy Program Manager responsible for Strategic Systems Planning (SSP) Facilities Acquisition at TRIDENT Submarine Bases, primarily at Kings Bay, Georgia and Bangor, Washington. This engineering planner specialist position will act in a support role assisting project management activities and providing reports and quality control checks of presentations. This individual will be responsible for supporting the generation of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs). As the engineering planner, you will be working directly with the program management to create presentations for various meeting and client deliverables. Responsibilities:
* Compile weekly and monthly reporting on the activities associated with the SP25 Facilities Engineering contract
* Support the generation of Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
* Track and reconcile expenses for overall budget support
* Generate Work Authorization Documents (WADs) and provide variance analysis
* Update the business reporting package with attrition, tasking, and project information
* Provide quality control checks for reports, papers, spreadsheets, and presentations prepared by the Program's Team
* Perform as back-up for the Facilities Engineering Data Repository Lead
* Refilling out-of-place items or routing them to the proper location
* Assist the Program Area Manager (PAM) with ad-hoc tasking as required
The candidate will be required to manage and/or support other disciple tasks as needed. This position must also work with and support corporate Safety, Health, Environment (SHE) personnel to maintain a safe work environment and ensures compliance with safety objectives and policies. The candidate will be required to maintain the strict confidentiality of sensitive information. About BAE Systems and the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP)
Our organization has supported the U.S. Navy's Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) continually since the program's inception in the 1950s. SSP developed the first sea-based, underwater-launched Strategic Weapon System (SWS), a defense system that is truly critical to our national security. For more than six decades, SSP has maintained and upgraded this weapon system and we have been there every step of the way. The sea-based SWS is the ultimate stealthy weapon system and is the first leg of the U.S. nuclear triad. With over 70% of our nation's nuclear arsenal its importance to maintaining world peace cannot be overstated. The development of Columbia, the most advanced nuclear-powered, nuclear-armed submarine ever designed, as well the next D5LE2 weapon system is under way and will begin to be rolled out over the next decade. The Navy projects this system to be operational through 2084, meaning the program will have a total life span of more than 120 years. This is a unique program and BAE Systems employees on this program understand they are part of an important legacy. As a decades long sole source partner on multiple contracts on behalf of our customer, our program has remarkable stability and is concurrently experiencing significant growth. Combined, these factors provide ample opportunity for professional growth and development for capable and talented individuals on our team.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the wholly owned U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc. BAE Systems plc provides some of the world's most advanced, technology-led defense, aerospace, and security solutions. As one of the top ten defense contractors, we employ a skilled workforce of around 100,000 people in more than 40 countries. We develop, engineer, manufacture, and support products and systems to protect national security and keep people safe. Required Education, Experience, & Skills Bachelor's degree from a college or university accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or High School Diploma and professional work experience with project planning.
* Willingness to learn business operations of a complex logistics enterprise
* Ability to work on own initiative and also with cross-functional teams
* Demonstrated self-motivation and ability to work independently
* Strong interest in building a career in Project Management
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* Excellent problem-solving skills utilizing quality assurance
* Maintain a safe, clean, warm and welcoming environment
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
* Excellent interpersonal skills used when interfacing, coordinating, and negotiating with colleagues, auditors, customers and vendors
* Good planning, time management and organization skills Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills * Ability to gather and translate the current program's processes into automated solutions
* Familiarity of SSP contracts and U.S. Navy submarines
* Familiarity with basic project management principles
* Desire to learn about analysis of contract task orders, subcontract expenses, purchasing requests, forecasting and master schedules Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $56401 - $95881 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 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. 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.