BAE Systems has immediate openings for Technical Library Aide to support operation of tactical data library as part of our dynamic team located at the Surface Combat Systems Center (SCSC), in Wallops Island, VA. The SCSC is located on a barrier island on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and is a tenant of the NASA's Wallops Flight Facility. SCSC provides live combat systems suites with platform specific radars and sensors and supports the following functions: combat system lifetime support engineering, platform certification, operational and technical evaluation, combat system training, interoperability testing and participates in at-sea exercises. SCSC provides a high-fidelity representative combat system of every ship in the AEGIS, Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) fleet today and those planned in the future.
The selected candidate will:
- Operate the technical library circulation system, providing technical information services to include web products, visual information products, acquiring library products
- Provide library reference assistance, maintain records from various online sources and handling classified documents and media in accordance with security guidelines
- In response to and support of specific test event requirements, will also assemble computer program media and charge out to requesting team; at completion of test event, charge-in returned media and support monitoring and auditing of holdings
- Conduct security clearance checks upon request of outgoing media and maintain a log of all data recording requests
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
:Minimum education and years of related work experience desired: HS Diploma/GED and understanding of the following: operation of a technical library program, providing technical information services to include web products, visual information products, acquiring library products, library reference assistance and maintaining records from various online sources; cataloging of library reference materials. Relevant experience in customer service, shipping, and database management will be considered.
Basic Computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to communicate and respond to routine inquiries. Library Aide/Clerk will demonstrate knowledge of security requirements for handling, storage, inventory and destruction of classified material in accordance with SECNAV 5510 (series) within 30 calendar days of hire.
Successful candidate must be willing and able to perform in a variety of 40 hour work-week configurations, including:
1. Monday-Friday (5 x 8): 1st Shift
2. Monday-Friday (5 x 8): 2nd Shift
3. Variable 4 x 10 shifts that may include weekends (4 days on/3 days off) and may be 1st or 2nd shift
4. Sliding (5 x 8) work weeks (Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday) and may be 1st or 2nd shift
**PLEASE NOTE - These work week configurations may be scheduled on a rotational basis
Security clearance requirement: This position requires the successful candidate to be able to obtain a Secret level clearance. The criteria for obtaining and holding a clearance are driven by US government requirements. You must be a US citizen to obtain a security clearance.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with classified tactical computer program media
Experience with library cataloging systems
Database utilization
Long term record keeping
File management
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
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.
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Understanding of technical library operations and information services
- Library reference assistance and cataloging experience or knowledge
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Ability to communicate and respond to routine inquiries
- Knowledge of requirements for handling, storing, inventorying, and destroying classified material within 30 days of hire
- Ability to obtain and hold a Secret security clearance
- U.S. citizenship
- Willingness to work rotating first- and second-shift schedules, weekends, and variable 40-hour work weeks
- Experience with classified tactical computer program media
- Experience with library cataloging systems
- Database utilization experience
- Long-term recordkeeping experience
- File management experience
- Relevant customer service, shipping, or database management experience
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is broad with medical, dental, and vision options, plus mental health and EAP resources, and U.S. eligibility that can begin quickly. Materials also reference wellbeing programs designed to support employees and their families.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a U.S. 401(k) savings plan with company match information highlighted in benefits summaries. Global materials also reference pension contributions in some regions, indicating solid long-term financial support.
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Parental & Family Support — Programs include paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and back-up child and elder care for U.S. employees. Family resources and caregiving support are emphasized across benefit materials.
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We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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