DFS Coordinator

NTT DATA, Inc.; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 83,520 - 125,280; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA Federal Services seeks a DFS Coordinator to join our Pearl Harbor team in Hawaii. You will administer the DFS system for submarines, review DFS requests, and assist Ship's Force under JFMM guidelines to ensure proper documentation and maintenance continuity.

The role requires 6+ years of QA and 3M experience in submarine contexts, plus an active Secret clearance. Starting compensation ranges from $83,520 to $125,280 with benefits and potential incentives.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree required.
• 6+ years of experience with QA program and FMP management practices.
• 6+ years of submarine maintenance, IMA, or submarine repair.
• 3+ years as a QAI or 3M Coordinator or monitoring QA/3M in submarine material office.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform work that requires knowledge of submarine repairs and refurbishments.
• Administer the DFS system for submarines; process DFS requests and clarify specs with the military customer.
• Assist Ship's Force in preparing and processing DFSs per JFMM.
• Maintain files of outstanding DFSs and pursue clearing of DFSs.
• Advise QA Officer on QA, SOC, FBW and SUBSAFE programs; implement QA per JFMM and P-9290.
• Organize and verify Underway Certification Continuity Reports for Submarines.
• Review reports to ensure proper format and contents.
• Perform 100% review of Controlled Work Packages after depot availability.
• Assist in 3M inspections and fleet maintenance assessments.

Skills

QA program

FMP management

modernization information systems

DFS/eDFS

3M coordination

Education

BA/BS Degree

Job description

Job Summary

NTT DATA Federal Services is looking for an individual to join our team in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii as a Departure From Specification (DFS) Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Perform work that requires a practical knowledge of the nature and operations of submarine repairs and refurbishments.
• Understand the unique requirements of nuclear powered vessels.
• Administer the DFS system for submarines to:
  • Establish and maintain systems of processing requests for DFSs.
  • Review and evaluate DFS requests and obtain clarification of technical specifications from the military customer.
  • Assist Ship's Force in preparing and processing DFSs as allowed by JFMM.
  • Ensure submission of form 4790/2K to document DFS required action in CSMP.
  • Maintain files of outstanding DFSs.
  • Pursue clearing of DFSs.
• Advise and assist the Material/Quality Assurance Officer on matters pertaining to QA, SOC, FBW and SUBSAFE programs including:
  • Organize and implement a QA program to carry out the provisions of the JFMM and P-9290.
  • Organize and implement a program for submarines to verify performance of required maintenance to sustain the material condition necessary to support URO to authorized operating depth.
  • Ensure the ship's Underway Certification Continuity Report for Submarines, when required by JFMM, is received before the ship is underway.
  • Review the Underway Certification Continuity Report for Submarines to ensure that it is in the proper format and includes all reports required.
  • Following depot availability, perform 100% review of Controlled Work Packages before the vessel is allowed to operate.
  • Assist in 3M inspections, fleet maintenance activity, Quality Assurance and material management assessments as requested.

Basic Qualifications

• BA/BS Degree
• Minimum 6 years of experience with the QA program and FMP management practices including experience with automated modernization information systems applicable to Departure from Specifications (DFS), electronic DFS (eDFS), ATIS, VSB and SHIPALTS and A&Is contractor and installation activities.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in submarine maintenance, IMA, or submarine repair
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Quality Assurance Inspector (QAI) or ship’s 3M Coordinator or monitoring the 3M or QA system while working in a Submarine Material Office (N4 Squadron, FMA, Shipyard or higher)
• Active Secret security clearance

Compensation and Benefits

The starting pay range for this role is $83,520 - $125,280. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. The position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.