DoW SkillBridge – Remote Mission Systems Engineering Support Fellow

BAE Systems • Rockville, MD

8d • Remote

About The Position

BAE Systems is offering a DoW SkillBridge opportunity for transitioning military members interested in gaining hands-on experience in remote mission systems engineering support, technical documentation, maintenance planning, data analysis, and program support. In this remote role, the SkillBridge participant will build foundational knowledge in maintenance planning, technical documentation, PMMP deliverables, quality reviews, system familiarization, and data analysis. The participant will work under the guidance of the PMMP supervisor and assigned mentor while gaining practical experience that supports future transition into an entry-level Engineering Technologist role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management or a related field.
• Experience prioritizing multiple tasks, managing projects, and adapting to changing priorities.
• Working knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with and present to employees and leaders at all levels.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Teams.
• Must be eligible to participate in a DoW SkillBridge fellowship in accordance with DoD Instruction 1322.29.
• Must be within the final 180 days of active duty military service.
• Must be projected to receive an honorable discharge.
• Must receive approval from unit commander or chain of command.

Responsibilities

• Support PMMP planning, documentation, and analysis activities under the guidance of the PMMP supervisor and assigned mentor.
• Collaborate with PMMP team members and cross-functional stakeholders to understand maintenance planning requirements, deliverable expectations, and schedule drivers.
• Assist with developing and maintaining project plans, action trackers, schedules, and status updates to support PMMP deliverables and section priorities.
• Support the preparation and review of PMMP deliverables, including PMMP plans, Technical Assistance Job Reports, eSSPINST review packages, Required Document List updates, and related documentation.
• Assist with quality control reviews by comparing deliverables against applicable work instructions, checklists, templates, and customer requirements.
• Support PMMP analysis efforts by reviewing maintenance data, identifying trends, documenting issues, and helping prepare summary reports or leadership briefs.
• Become familiar with PMMP-related systems and tools.
• Identify potential risks, process gaps, or improvement opportunities and communicate observations to the supervisor or mentor.
• Participate in team meetings, working sessions, and coaching discussions to build understanding of PMMP workflows, customer coordination, and Engineering Technologist responsibilities.

Benefits

• A structured opportunity to gain hands-on experience in PMMP maintenance planning, technical documentation, data review, quality control, and program support.
• Exposure to PMMP workflows, customer coordination, and Engineering Technologist responsibilities.
• A chance to build a professional network and make valuable connections.
• A supportive work environment focused on learning, mentorship, and transition readiness.
• 401(k) savings plan (for temporary employees).
• Medical benefits (for temporary employees working 20+ hours per week).
• Employee assistance program (for temporary employees working 20+ hours per week).
• Business travel accident insurance (for temporary employees working 20+ hours per week).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level