Attachment_23_-_Staffing_Plan_Definitions.pdf

Attachment 23 – Staffing Plan Definitions N00024-13-R-5100

Position Title/Labor Category

PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Grade Level/Experience

Program Manager

Manages program to ensure that implementation and prescribed activities are carried out in accordance with specified objectives. Plans and develops methods and procedures for implementing program, directs and coordinates program activities, and exercises control over personnel responsible for specific functions or phases of program. Selects personnel according to knowledge and experience in area with which program is concerned, such as social or public welfare, education, economics, or public relations.

Confers with staff to explain program and individual responsibilities for functions and phases of program. Directs and coordinates personally, or through subordinate managerial personnel, activities concerned with implementation and carrying out objectives of program. Reviews reports and records of activities to ensure progress is being accomplished toward specified program objective and modifies or changes methodology as required to redirect activities and attain objectives. Prepares program reports for superiors. Controls expenditures in accordance with budget allocations.

May specialize in managing Governmental programs set up by legislative body or directive.

Senior

PROJECT/OPERATIONS

MANAGEMENT

Site Manager

Manages and coordinates organization and operations of test team personnel. Assists ATO/ATM with the development and implementation of organization policies, practices, procedures, and attainment of operating goals. Reviews, analyzes, and prepares reports, records, and directives, and confers with managers/supervisors to obtain data required for planning activities, status of work in progress, and problems encountered. Assigns or delegates responsibility for specified work or functional activities and disseminates policies and objectives to supervisors/staff. Reports to ATO and ATM. Organizes resources to ensure effective production of goods and/or services. Gives work direction, resolves problems, prepares schedules, and sets deadlines to ensure timely completion of work.

Evaluates current procedures and practices for accomplishing department objectives to develop and implement improved procedures and practices.

Ensures adequate training of staff and employee compliance to organization's policies and practices. Coordinates activities of test team personnel with related activities of other activities to ensure efficiency and economy. Monitors, analyzes costs and prepares department budget.

Prepares reports and records on department activities for management. May initiate or authorize employee hire, promotion, discharge, or transfer.

Senior

Operation & Maintenance Site Manager

The main responsibility of this management position is providing administrative and contract management oversight for Field Engineers, Test Engineers, IT and logistics personnel supporting waterfront operations associated with the ATT. The position is ultimately responsible for ensuring that support is properly provided for installation, testing, and trials.

Administrative oversight is required for coordination with all other ATT Group Leaders and Shipbuilder personnel on site. This position reports to the site manager. Specific responsibilities include:

• Supports test team by assisting as required in resource planning and analysis of the test execution schedule, assigning/de-conflicting/ coordinating requested site personnel in support of established milestone objectives.

• Responsible for planning funding for personnel for the periods of performance of the contract.

• Supports ATT in providing assistance in the resolution of any cross-availability support resource issues that may impact accomplishment of established test objectives

• Supports Site Management in de-conflicting and furnishing AWS Technicians (off-peak) upon request to support homeport area fleet technical support requirements (e.g. Tech Assist) as resources are available.

• Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, recognition and disciplinary actions.

• Reviews and approves time charging and business expenses.

• Responsible for the cost, schedule and technical performance for contract matters associated with ATT contractor efforts.

• Reports to site manager and ATO/ATM as required

FINANCIAL/BUSINESS

SUPPORT/ADMIN

Administrative Support (Office Manager)

This position will be responsible for administrative/clerical support, office organization, meeting coordination, complex scheduling to coordinate with multiple calendar systems (including outlook, travel arrangements) and preparing PowerPoint presentations and Excel spreadsheets. This position requires the ability to analyze situations and exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate courses of action; the ability to take initiative and maintain confidentiality; and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. The position will provide direct support to ATO/ATM. Individual filling this role must be high energy and a self-starter requiring little to no direction in day-to-day activities.

Mid-Level

Support (Tech Librarian/ Classified Stowage)

The Librarian/Security Manager position is an on-site member of the staff who reports to the Site Manager. Assists the Site Manager and ATO/ATM (PE) in planning, executing, and documenting security processes and infrastructure and in managing such processes and facilities. This position is also responsible for day-to-day operation of the classified library including receipt, tracking, storing, cataloging, and issuing of classified drawings and documents. This position should be familiar with latest security requirements. Specific Responsibilities include:

• Provide onsite personnel security clearance verification, clearance message processing, security badge control, security requirements, emergency procedures, and other pertinent site policies.

• Manage secure storage and technical documentation facilities.

• Assist in planning for storage and management of technical documentation (tech library)

• Ensure proper security measures are in place for storage of

Junior classified Hard Drives, data tapes and other classified material

• Provide “Check-in” services to all team members. Services include on site personnel security clearance verification, clearance message processing, security badge control, ensuring awareness of safety requirements, tag out requirements, security requirements, emergency procedures, and other pertinent site policies.

• Develops and administers systems for secure stowage of media, up to the “Secret” level at each site office and availability work sites.

• Provide status reports as directed

Support (General)

This position will be responsible for and control/ handling/shipping of special purpose test equipment, administrative/clerical support, test call coordination and weekly/monthly test reports, This position requires excellent skill with all Microsoft office products. This position will perform several unrelated functions (test call coordination, control of test equipment, generation of test reports, etc.) and requires versatility and flexibility.

Some tracking of government funding/spending will be required.

Financial Analyst

Conducts and documents financial analysis of areas as directed by management. Assists with financial functions, such as assessing, auditing, planning, budgeting, taxes, consolidation, cost control, documentation and project control. Evaluates and analyzes capital expenditures, depreciation, proposals, investment opportunities, rate of return, profit plans, operating records, financial statements, etc. Analyzes records of present and past operations, trends and costs, estimated and realized revenues, administrative commitments, and obligations incurred to project future revenues and expenses. Documents revenues and expenditures and submits results to management. Advises management on matters, such as effective use of resources and assumptions underlying budget forecasts. Interprets budgets to management.. Act as consultant to management on financial policies, procedures, and applications. May provide functional and technical direction to other staff members in areas of cost/finance. Originate purchase requests for contract services as needed. Transfer/allocate funding as directed/needed.

Information Technologist (IT)

The main responsibility of this position is to provide desktop and network support to AEGIS Test Team personnel. Specific responsibilities of this position are:

• Support Aegis test team with desktop setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting

• Control software updates and licensing

• Provide computer system security such as access control, information security, and virus protection and scans

• Log and track test team LAN equipment

• Install/removed computer equipment in support of arrival/departure of test team personnel

• Provide IA guidance relative to LAN usage

• Serve as primary interface between the test team and Aegis SNAP

LAN personnel

SYSTEM / ELECTRICAL /

MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Grade Level/Experience

Lead Engineer

(AWS)

Overall responsibility for technical management of engineering personnel and AWS System Engineering technical leadership. Overall responsibility for ensuring AEGIS Weapon System (AWS) operation and availability.

Reports to the Site Manager and ATO/ATM. Specific responsibilities include:

• Lead point of contact for newly acquired ACS equipment architecture and functionality

• Provide technical leadership in the development and conduct of special test and investigations/technical assistance to the test team and ATO/ATM as needed

• Ensure all Combat System (AWS) elements are fully functional and ready to support all test and operational events

• Coordinate computer program installations with the NSWC DD computer program and configuration manager of the test team

• Coordinate (through ATO/ATM) engineering support to fully support all on-site and remote test activities

• Act as primary liaison between test team and original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) on equipment technical issues for AWS systems.

• Coordinate and manage analysis of interface discrepancies that occurred during testing

• Report equipment issues and/or status reports.

Readiness Engineer

(ORTS)

Overall responsibility for ensuring the Readiness System (ORTS) is operational and available. Reports to the AWS Engineering Lead and coordinates with ATT work centers and test directors for system test related matters. Specific responsibilities include:

• Responsible for ORTS System equipment, setup configurations, equipment interfaces and identification of proper data extraction requirements and test support, special recording devices/ instrumentation, and data collection media that will be required to support testing

• Responsible for proper activation and operation of the Readiness System computing environment including OE, test procedure review, crew training & trials support, configuration and computer program operation and interface with other elements

• Identify, report and resolve equipment and computer program issues

• Provide engineering support for the interfaces and capabilities and limitations

• Document test procedure discrepancies for future revision

• Fault Isolation of ORTS equipment, configuration and computer program problems

• Responsible for installation, maintenance, configurations and operation of ORTS resident tools

• Assess system installation and operation in support of upcoming milestones and report results

Integrated Training System Engineer

(BFTT)

Overall responsibility for ensuring the Integrated Training and associated interfaces are operational and available to support testing. Reports to the AWS Engineering Lead and ATO/ATM as directed. Specific responsibilities include:

• Responsible for the C&D/ADS equipment suites (including ACEG equipment), setup configurations, equipment interfaces, proper activation and operation of C&D/ADS computing environment, configuration, data extraction requirements and interfaces, identification & resolution of system interface issues, assist with test conduct, analyze test results, support of CAPS and LIMS, and report findings

• Review of related drawings and documents (including test procedures), report findings and recommendations

• Provide support for crew preparations & training/ trials, data collection, data analysis and fault isolation assistance as needed

• Report results of testing, special events, troubleshooting, lessons learned as required

• Assess system installation and performance and report results in support of upcoming milestones

CEC Field Engineer

The main responsibility for the Cooperative Engagement Capability (CEC) Engineering position is to ensure the availability and operation of all CEC equipment, configurations, related computer programs, and interfaces to support the test program. Coordinates with test director and work centers on the test team for CEC test related matters.

Specific Functions Include:

• Conduct test, analyze test results, and report findings as necessary for the functional tests involving the CEC systems and equipment.

• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment, interface, and computer program issues

• Assess system status (installation and/or operation) in support of upcoming milestones. Report as required.

• Review Installation Control Drawings (ICDs), SIDs, and test procedures. Recommend changes where needed.

• Identify necessary special recording devices, special instrumentation, cryptographic material, and data collection media that will be required to support testing.

• Perform data collection and analysis for summary report, problem isolation, and problem resolution

• Support crew training and preparations

Mid-Level

Computer, ORTS & Display (CODS) Technician

Responsible for ensuring AEGIS Tactical Computer System, Operational Readiness Test System (ORTS), Display Systems and BFTT equipment are operable and available for testing. Coordinates with the Engineering personnel and others as necessary for system related matters. Assists in identifying, isolating and repairing related equipment problems. Reports to the Combat System O&M Manager and ATO/ATM as required. Specific responsibilities include:

• Review drawings, documents, and tests. Recommend changes as needed

• Identify, assist and/or resolve equipment and documentation discrepancies

• Participate and support crew familiarization and training

• Assess system installation and operation in support of upcoming milestones. Report results as directed.

• Assist and/or perform standard and fiber optic testing and repair.

• Assist cabling engineer with identification and resolution of shipboard cabling issues.

• Conduct government conducted tests. Witness shipbuilder conducted tests on respective systems. Document results.

• Assist/perform audits/inspections as directed. Knowledge of configuration verification is critical.

Gun Weapon System Computer Field Engineer

This position is responsible for technical support for Mk 34 MOD 16 (GWS) Gun weapon Systems Interface equipment and auxiliary systems.

Technical support includes but is not limited to:

• Engineering/technical evaluations, assessments, functional checks, technical assists, troubleshooting, test, analysis, equipment repair, installation, operation and maintenance for the Mk 34 MOD 16 (GWS) systems and sub systems.

• Monitoring ship’s construction in combat system spaces to ascertain readiness for equipment load out, AEGIS light off and sea trial readiness

• Reporting/documenting issues noted

• Assist the shipbuilder in resolving detail design and engineering problems related to the AEGIS Combat System

• Assist ship's force/government personnel analyze/resolve issues detected during equipment installation, operation and testing.

• Participate and assist in Ship’s Force training and rehearsals in preparation for sea trial events.

Fiber Optic Field Engineer

The main responsibility of this position is to ensure SVS, Radar SWBD, and Fiber Optics equipment suites are operational and available to support testing. This position is responsible for respective system setup configurations and interfaces and will assist in identification of proper data extraction requirements. Specific functions are as follows:

Functions:

• Identify and resolve SVS / Radar SWBD/ Fiber Optics equipment and computer program issues

• Analyze element test results and report findings as necessary to support those functional tests involving the SVS / Radar SWBD/ Fiber Optics System

• Ensure SVS / Radar SWBD/ Fiber Optics safety processes are up-to-date and followed within acceptable OSHA operating limits

• Provide engineering support for the interfaces and their capabilities & limitations

• Review existing SVS / Radar SWBD/ Fiber Optics test procedures, recommend changes, and document test procedure discrepancies

• Assess equipment installation and operation and provide reports as required in support of upcoming milestones.

• Test and repair of multi-mode and single-mode fiber optic cable.

• Participate and support crew familiarization and training.

Navigation Field Engineer

The main responsibility of this position is ensure all Navigation systems including the Laser Gyro Inertial Navigation Set (AN/WSN-7), the Navigation System Sensor Interface (NAVSSI - AN/SSN-6), the Digital Electromagnetic Log (DEML), GPS receivers (WRN-6/GVRC), and Digital Wind System/MORIAH, and related computer programs and interfaces are operation and available to support the test program. Specific functions include:

• Ensure proper activation and operation of WSN7, NAVSSI and GPS equipment suite configurations, computer programs, and equipment integration with other systems and are ready to support test and trial events

• Participates in the Equipment Care and Protection (ECAP) program. Monitor status of the IC rooms and spaces that contain Navigation equipment

• Identify and resolve equipment, computer program and interface issues for navigation systems

• Conduct and/or support tests, analyze test results and report findings for the functional tests involving the Navigation Systems

• Interface with equipment In-Service Engineering Agencies (ISEA), Software Support Activities (SSA) and Combat System Engineering Agent (CSEA) as required in preparation, conduct of testing, and problem resolution

• Review Installation Control Drawings (ICDs), Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), and test procedures. Recommend changes where needed.

• Identify necessary special recording devices, special instrumentation, and data collection media that will be required to support.

• Provide support for crew familiarization and training

• Perform data collection and analysis for summary report, problem isolation and problem resolution

• Troubleshoot navigation systems equipment, configuration, and computer program problems

• Participate in the dockside and at-sea phases of the INSURV inspections

SPY Transmitter Technician

Responsible for ensuring AN/SPY Radar Transmitter is operable and available to support testing. Coordinates with the AN/SPY Radar Systems Engineer for transmitter matters. Assists in identifying, isolating and repairing transmitter equipment problems. Reports to the Combat Systems O&M Manager and ATO/ATM when directed. Specific responsibilities include:

• Identify and resolve AN/SPY Radar Transmitter equipment and documentation discrepancies

• Submit AN/SPY Radar Transmitter equipment status reports

• Participate and support crew training and familiarization

• Troubleshoot/maintain/test equipment as required

• Assist in the resolution of SPY Radar Transmitter logistics issues

• Review drawings, documents, and test procedures. Report any issues are recommendations

• Ensure safe radiation practices are observed

• Perform/assist government responsible tests requiring SPY radar

• Ensure system is operational and ready to support testing

• Assist with data collection and analysis when needed. Provide recommendations for connection points, test equipment, procedures when needed/requested

• Assist shipbuilder with installation issues

• Assist with CSAV milestones. Report results as directed.

FCS Technician

Responsible for ensuring AEGIS Fire Control System (FCS) is operable and available. Coordinates with the Weapons Engineer for FCS matters. Assists in identifying, isolating and repairing FCS equipment problems. Reports to the Combat Systems O&M Manager and ATO/ATM when directed.

Specific responsibilities include:

• Identify and resolve FCS equipment and documentation discrepancies

• Submit FCS equipment status reports

• Support/provide crew familiarization training

• Assist in the resolution of FCS logistics issues

• Review drawings, documents, and test procedures. Report any issues are recommendations

• Perform/assist government responsible tests requiring FCS

• Ensure system is operational and ready to support testing

• Assist with data collection and analysis when needed. Provide recommendations for connection points, test equipment, procedures when needed/requested

• Assist shipbuilder with installation issues

• Assist with CSAV milestones. Report results.

Data Warehouse Analyst

System/Electrical/Me chanical Engineer

Responsible for technical and administrative services in support of eneineering data maintenance and change management to include Integrated Data Environment (IDE) administration and proglem solving.

• Tracks receipt, review and final disposition of ICDs and ship installation documentation, including development of TDPs

• Ensures proper identification of ICDs for tracking.

Prepares and distributes review instructions and reviews responses to ensure they comply with review criteria

• Maintains the database of drawings including status of reviews and comments. Assists others with identification of drawings

• Posts ICDs for use by Contractor, Government and shipbuilders on Integrated Data Environment

• Archives GFI or Vendor furnished information

• Assists engineers in evaluation of new drawings and documentation to ensure equipment-to-ship interfaces are accurately conveyed to shipbuilders

• Interfaces with Contractor and other activities responsible for inputs to TDP to provide information from the SID/CM

• Assembles work packages to provide to engineers for updating TDPs, including assembling components of TDPs into a single electronic file, ensuring correct configuration management of the file.

• Prepares files for electronic storage, including adding appropriate electronic annotations, markings, pagination and maintaining conformance with TDP requirements.

Converts Computer-Aided Design files to PDF. Posts TDPs on Integrated Data Environment and provides electronic distribution of TDPs as appropriate.

Test Planning

Test/Industrial

Responsible for test documentation development to include systems engineering, integration of weapon systems,and testing of system of systems

• Prepares and develops Combat System test procedures and plans

• Executes waterfront integration and test on ships

• Interfaces with Government to identify integration and test requirements and develop a plan of action for execution

• Analyze performance of complex weapon system in a testing environment

• Coordinate with Government test team in defining test plans and procedures, including resolution of test documentation comments, definition of test schedules, and concurrence on verified requirement

• Participates in working groups and Integrated Product Teams to provide test impact, examine and plan testing for future baseline configurations

• Develop combat System test documentation (Master Test Plan, Test Documentation booklets, test outlines, requirements verification matrices, testing index and numbering system, test sequence networks)

• Analyze specifications for impact on test program

• Coordinate test procedure development efforts for specific ships

Lead land-based testing utilizing draft test procedures

Combat System Interface Element Engineer

System / Electrical / Mechanical Engineer

Responsible for the development of Combat System Interface Engineering (CSIE) technical documentation and analysis of technical and programmatic changes to AEGIS combat system elements in support of Configuration Management processes.

• Understand NAVSEA and Military standards/specifications for cables, connectors, back shell

• Translate system requirements into interface cabling designs

• Interpret and validate Interface Control Drawings (ICDs) for cabinets and equipment in the AEGIS Combat System

• Verify interface requirements and types

Review GFI

Category Software Engineer Grade Level/Experience

Software Engineer

Performs the research, design, and development of computer software systems in conjunction with hardware product development. Consults with managers or other personnel to clarify program intent, identify problems, suggest changes, and determine extent of programming and coding required. Assigns duties and reviews work of software engineers. Typically reports to manager level in the organization and is a first level supervisor. Designs programs considering factors, such as computer storage capacity and speed, extent of peripheral equipment, and intended use of output data. Analyzes test runs on computer to correct or direct correction of coded program and input data. Revises or directs revision of existing programs to increase operating efficiency or adapt to new requirements.

Compiles documentation of program development and subsequent revisions. Assists in administration of personnel functions including recruiting, review and approval of job descriptions and salary classifications, and selection and placement of personnel. Trains subordinates in software design and program coding. Ensures use of standards for terms and symbols used to simplify interpretation of programs. Works with computer manufacturers and other users to develop new programming methods. Prepares records and reports.

Qualification requirements for Sr/Mid/Jr Engineers are stated below. Some positions require the ability to acquire and maintain a Security Clearance.

Category ILS Grade Level/Experience

Logistics Representative

The Logistics representative will report to the ATO/ATM in support of combat systems logistics issues as needed. The logistics representative will be responsible for ordering, tracking, shipping, coordination for shipping preparations & logging of replacement repair parts for core Aegis and serve as the test team’s primary interface to the Aegis Depot and SUPSHIP code

500. Detailed record keeping is paramount. The logistics representative will be responsible for ensuring logistics supportability of waterfront-installed changes and report any deficiencies noted. Must have a thorough working knowledge of the Navy supply system, Weapons Systems File and the ship configuration and Configuration Data Manager Database – Open Architecture (CDMA-OA). Assist test team members as needed with part number, stock number, cost information, etc.

Junior-Level

RMA/QA Engineer

Responsible for Reliability, Maintainability and Availability and Quality Assurance life cycle development enhancements

• Participate in the System Engineering Team

• Provide technical engineering knowledge, research and analyze limitations, and participate in process improvement events

• Provide inputs to risk review boards, lessons learned, requirements, reviews, peer reviews, test readiness reviews and engineering meetings

Senior

Position Title/Labor Category INDUSTRIAL/TEST ENGINEER Grade Level/Experience

Test Operations (Lead)

Overall responsibility for managing the government responsible test program schedule and ensuring sufficient test personnel are available to support the test schedule. Responsible for assignments of Test Directors/Operators. Reports to the Site Manager. Specific responsibilities include:

• Ensure systems and resources are ready to begin/sustain un-interrupted test program

• Assist the sea trial coordinator in planning sea trial activities

• Assist in the coordination of sea trial testing including training participants on respective test procedures and reviewing status of test results

• Coordinate daily shipboard testing activities

• Inform the ATO/ATM of test related issues and requirements

• Attend HM&E & Combat System meetings to ensure testing milestones are met

• Track impacts from ship yard work impacting hotel service requirements for Combat System equipment.

• Resolve all testing discrepancies and issues

• Assess ship’s readiness to continue execution of scheduled test events and report issues ATO/ATM

• Ensure that all test, training, and operational event reports are collected from their respective team leaders/test conductors

• Ensure test discrepancies are documented and test reports and test problem reports are promptly submitted

Planning Yard On- Site Engineer

This position will be the TDP design agent’s on-site representative at the Planning Yards. This position is responsible for constant coordination with both the TDP design activity and the Planning Yards to ensure the TDP is being properly interpreted to support the development of Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs). This individual must be a team player with excellent communications skills. Any individual filling this role must be highly motivated and a self-starter requiring little to no direction in day-to-day activities. Specific responsibilities include:

• Constant interaction and communications with the TDP design agent, the government, and the Planning Yard.

• Lead TDP design agent ship checks as required.

• Participate in Planning Yard led ship checks as required.

• Review TDPs to support Planning Yard ship checks.

• Identify any possible issues with shipboard design and assist in the resolution of the issue with the proper organizations.

• Ability to effectively interact and communicate with senior level government and military personnel.

• Report to the Senior Design Engineer/Integrator.

Support Systems

The main responsibility of this individual is to design and support electrical and mechanical support systems required to serve shipboard Combat System equipment. This includes identify any impacts to power and cooling as a result of a new system or piece of equipment being installed.

Specific Responsibilities include:

• Review the system/equipment information to determine the power and cooling impacts, if any.

• If impacted, provide recommendations on what must be changed to power and cooling equipment to support the new system/equipment being installed.

• Provide input for inclusion in ship Technical Data Package (TDP).

• Prepare detailed papers, reports, and presentations on studies or test performed

ENGINEERING GRADE LEVEL

DEFINITIONS

Senior Engineer Manage and oversee engineering assignments in design, integration, test, installation, operation, and maintenance of diverse electronic/ mechanical equipment and systems.

10+ years of relevant experience. BA/BS in engineering, math or a relevant field preferred. 5 years of equivalent experience can be substituted. A Professional Engineer's license may substitute for 2 years of experience. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Mid-Level Engineer

Perform a variety of engineering assignments in design, integration, test, installation, operation, and maintenance of diverse electronic/ mechanical equipment and systems and generally as a lead of a functional area of test team or as an engineer for TDPs on the most complex engineering assignments.

4-10 years of relevant experience. A Professional Engineer's license may substitute for 2 years of experience. BA/BS preferred.

5 years of equivalent experience can be substituted.

May require the ability to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance.

Junior Engineer

Perform a variety of engineering assignments in design, test, installation, operation, and maintenance of diverse electronic/mechanical equipment and systems and generally as a member of a test team on more complex assignments or as a lead on less complex assignments.

BA/BS required. Some positions require the ability to acquire and maintain a Security Clearance.