Shipboard IT (SBIT) Specialist

Location: Monroeville, PA

Job Title: Shipboard IT (SBIT) Specialist

Status: Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range: $57,500 - $123,100

• Salary and grade commensurate with experience.
  
  
  

Job Summary

As a Shipboard IT (SBIT) Specialist at BPMI, you will be in a project-oriented position responsible for the oversight, development, deployment, and remote support of maintenance of the local area networks and associated custom software used in the administration, operation, and maintenance of nuclear reactors.

Essential Duties:

• Research and prepare written technical recommendations on network hardware and software products.
• Develop system design and performance specifications, test requirements, and security implementation of network and communication hardware and software.
• Perform project oversight and follow of supplier design, supplier testing, and supplier procedure development.
• Review, verify, and approve supplier design submittals including procedures for installation, operations, and troubleshooting of network hardware and software products.
• Provide written technical support to end users to troubleshoot and resolve network or software functional issues.
• Conduct independent verification of operation and troubleshooting procedures.
• Support implementation and documentation of cybersecurity compliance with government requirements.
• Communicate extensively internally as well as with external customer and supplier personnel.
• Perform project oversight of the installation of network hardware and software products at end destinations.
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the 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
• 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.
• Eight (8) 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:

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred for newer college graduates.
• Experience with any of the following is preferred:
• Network administration
• Virtualization (VMWare)
• Network communication architecture
• Configuration and support of wireless networks
• Configuration and use of network firewalls
• Backup and recovery software methodologies
• Support of IT networks
• Knowledge of network hardware
• Working knowledge of cybersecurity compliance
• Demonstrated ability of effective written and oral communication skills and creative problem-solving capabilities is strongly desired.
  
  

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

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

BPMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.