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Field Services and Sustainment Calibration Coordinator
BAE Systems
- 🇺🇸 United States
- On-site
- Mid level
- 1 day ago
- 75,254 – 127,930
- calibration
- Regulatory Compliance
- Costpoint
- Excel
- Coupa
- Pension
1 day ago
Job Description
The selected candidate serves as the primary authority for calibration management and technical asset oversight across multiple programs and global locations. Operating with a high degree of independence, will be responsible for the end-to-end lifecycle of over 150 critical government and company assets, ensuring total compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies. Primary duties include leading the calibration program through the coordination of quarterly recalls, vendor quote management, and the verification of asset certification and accuracy. The Logistics Analyst maintains strategic oversight of the Test Equipment Asset Database, tracking more than 1,100 assets across domestic and overseas sites, and manages the full repair and upgrade process for BAE Systems assets.Beyond technical execution, the selected candidate provides essential operational support to the Field Services and Sustainment (FSS) department, including the management of OCONUS shipments, facility procurement, and compliance tracking for mandatory training to include safety and annual required training. Serving as a subject matter expert, develops training programs for personnel and represents the facility during internal and external audits to ensure strict adherence to quality management systems. Mitigates operational risk and ensures the reliability of mission-critical equipment essential to overall program success.
This position is located in Chesapeake, VA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Chesapeake, VA or surrounding areas.
Required Skills and Education
Education Requirement:- Associate Degree and at least 7 years of relevant professional experience.
- Calibration Lifecycle Management: Expertise in managing the end-to-end process of calibration, including scheduling, quarterly recalls, and certification verification.
- Vendor Management: Experience sourcing calibration services, managing quotes, and evaluating vendor performance to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Database Administration: Advanced ability to maintain and audit large-scale asset databases (1,000+ entries) with high data integrity.
- Technical Systems: Proficient in the use of CostPoint and the Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Word, Excel, and SharePoint, for data tracking, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Audit Readiness: Experience representing a facility during internal and external audits; ability to maintain a "constant state of readiness" for quality management systems.
- Training Management: Ability to track and enforce mandatory training compliance across a diverse workforce.
- Independent Decision Making: Ability to operate with high autonomy and serve as the "primary authority" for a critical function.
- Cross-Functional Coordination: Skill in liaising between Field Services, Sustainment (FSS), and external vendors across different time zones and global sites.
- Risk Mitigation: A proactive approach to identifying gaps in calibration or training that could lead to operational failure or audit non-compliance.
Preferred Skills and Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Logistics or BusinessUnderstanding of Procurement process including use of COUPA
Knowledge of TIPQA software program
Understanding of Export Controls processes
About BAE Systems, Inc.
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).
- Sector: Intelligence & Security
- Job Category: Supply Chain & Logistics
- Salary Min Point: 75254
- Salary Max Point: 127930
- Referral Bonus: 0
- Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
- Career Level: Experienced
- Travel Percentage: 0%
- Shift: 1st Shift
- U.S. Person Required: Yes
- Clearance Level – Must be able to obtain for position: Secret
- Clearance Level – Must currently possess: Secret
- Country: United States
- U.S. Citizenship Required: Yes
Field Services and Sustainment Calibration Coordinator · BAE Systems