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See what you’re missing. Our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from detecting threats for F-35 pilots to illuminating the night for soldiers. Spanning air, land, sea, and space, we are developing the technology of tomorrow, delivered today. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future. And you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our mission: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®.” Sound like a team you want to be a part of? Come build your career with BAE Systems.
This position will report directly to the site Facility Plant Engineering Manager and will have direct oversight and responsibility over a highly skilled workforce that maintains and operates the facility. The facility sits on 22 acres in downtown Nashua NH, and has approximately 680,000 square feet of office, lab and manufacturing space.
At BAE Systems our employees work on the world’s most advanced electronics – from saving emissions in the City of Lights to powering the Mars Rover to protecting the F-35 fighter jet. At Electronic Systems, you’ll be among the brightest minds, working on the aerospace and defense industry’s most difficult problems. Drawing strength from our differences, we’re innovating for the future and you can, too. Our flexible work environment provides you a chance to change the world without giving up your personal life. We put our customers first – exemplified by our missions: “We Protect Those Who Protect Us®” and “We Innovate For Those Who Move The WorldTM.” We are excited for you to come join our Plant Engineering Team!
The successful candidate must have strong communication skills, experience in a leadership role with direct reports of various technical capabilities, building occupants, lab coordinators, functional managers, and executive leadership. The candidate should be skilled at working in a collaborative team environment with a track record of proven work experience in HVAC, Building Automation or Central Utility Plant Operations. This individual must have a strong mechanical and technical understanding of the following systems:
- HVAC Equipment including but not limited to DX Package Units, Water Cooled Central AHU’s, Air Cooled Chillers and Cooling Towers
- Building Automation and Digital Control Systems
- Low Pressure Boilers and centrifugal pumps and Heat Exchangers, Water Softening Systems, Reverse Osmosis Systems
- Air Compressors, Air Dryers, and Filtration Systems
- Ability to perform heat load & electrical load calculations
- Electrical Distribution Maintenance and Lighting
- Emergency Generators and Transfer Switches
- Fire Alarm Systems, Fire Protection Systems, PIV’s, Wet Sprinkler Systems, and Kitchen Hood Systems, Hazardous Gas Detection Systems
- Familiarity with CMMS Software (Maximo)
Because of the need for consistent, in-person collaboration and/or the requirement to perform all work onsite due to the nature of this particular role, it will be performed full- time on site. This means work will be conducted on location at a BAE Systems facility 100% of the time.
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Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of experience; or an Associate’s Degree and 7 years of experience; or Trades Background and 10 years of experience
- Skills and experience to successfully accomplish the below daily responsibilities:
- Receive limited direction and manage with significant discretion and with independent judgment in taking action and making decisions related to managing assigned department.
- Provide department interface and extensive contact with the Site Executive(s), Site Leadership, Department Managers, Lab Managers, and other key building occupants. Provide leadership and support as required for the Business Continuity Program and act as Incident Commander for scenarios highlighted in the Emergency Response/Incident Management Plan.
- Develop relations and collaborate with other functional support organizations such as Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE), Security, IT, and Finance. Work closely and collaborate within the facility functions such as planning, real estate, engineering, sustainability, facility services and other peer site managers.
- Manage, select, supervise, counsel, train and evaluate a team of exempt and non-exempt personnel in accordance with company policies.
- Ensure facility, infrastructure, grounds and parking area are maintained in a safe accessible state of repair to ensure a sustained operation 24/7/365.
- Manage building services such as, snow removal, recycling, grounds care, repairs and maintenance using a combination of vendor and in-house resources.
- Ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulations and will be the authorized signing representative.
- Support and develop multi-year capital plan and annual expense budgets. Upon final budget approvals, manage to those budgets.
- Manage local Sustainability Initiative plans, goals and objectives, to ensure strategy alignment with company focus.
- Design and develop improvements using state-of-the-art technology, principles, theories and concepts.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $97008 - $164914
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 Electronic Systems
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.
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