Environmental Engineer Responsibilities

• This is for an upcoming future opportunity.

This position is part of a proposal effort and is contingent upon contract award. This will be based out of Patuxent River, MD. Noblis is looking for a Senior Environmental Engineer for an upcoming proposal effort in Patruxent River, MD. The Senior

DEA/NATO

Engineer will provide program management services, technical support, and assistance in program coordination within and outside the Navy for NATO, Data Exchange Agreements (DEA), and International Maritime Organization (IMO) activities. This role will directly support the Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division (NSWCCD) in ensuring the Navy's compliance with international treaties, standards, and agreements while advancing collaborative environmental technology programs with allied nations. This position will operate and coordinate extensively with NATO working groups, IMO committees, international partner navies, and DoD stakeholders to ensure the Navy's environmental programs comply with international obligations. Primary Duties & Responsibilities (NATO, DEA, and IMO Support)Provide program management services, technical support, and assistance in program coordination within and outside the Navy for NATO, DEA, and IMOPerform legislative reviews, rulemaking, and international treaty reviewsAssist in review and development of associated documentationCoordinate review activities with NAVSEA, Navy Headquarters, and other military services/agenciesMonitor and assess proposed changes to international treaties and conventions for potential Navy impactAnalyze documents for their impact and relevance to Navy programsEvaluate NATO Standardization Agreements (STANAGs) and allied publications for applicability to NSWCCD programsAssess IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) resolutions for Navy compliance obligationsPrepare written analyses and summary reports for program leadership and stakeholdersSupport the drafting of standards and regulations applicable to NATO, DEA, and IMO requirementsPrepare supporting presentations and briefing materials for meetings and outreach (CDRL A008)Develop position papers and technical documentation for international negotiations and working group sessionsCoordinate with allied nations and international bodies on technical standards developmentConduct studies on shipboard environmental systems and shore operationsPerform legislative reviews, rulemaking, and international treaty analysesAnalyze regulatory documents for impact and relevance to Navy programsDraft standards and regulations; prepare supporting presentations and briefing materialsWrite, review, edit, provide comments, and revise technical documents including reports and specificationsDevelop technical assessments, international agreements, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)Review and develop drawings; rewrite/incorporate revisions into existing documentsAttend technical and programmatic meetings; provide minutes and track action items to completionArrange, organize, coordinate, schedule, and facilitate events including meetings, program reviews, and symposiaDesign and develop informational posters, brochures, specification sheets, and marketing consumablesSupport Program Office

• Navy Modernization Process (NMP)Provide support to Program Managers (PMs) / Subject Matter Experts (SMEs)Assist in preparation of program management plans, schedules, and budgetsOccasional travel to NATO meetings, IMO conferences, international symposia, and Fleet/program office locations (CONUS and OCONUS)Regular coordination with international partners, allied nation representatives, NATO working groups, and IMO delegatesMay involve working with hazardous materials as described in individual Task Instructions Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Environmental, or Systems Engineering from an accredited College or UniversityShall possess five (5) years of experience in work related to NATO, DEA, and IMO SupportMust be a US Citizen with an actice Secret ClearanceExperience in the following skills & knowledge areas:

International Treaty Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of NATO Standardization Agreements (STANAGs), Data Exchange Agreement processes and protocols, and IMO conventionsMaritime Environmental Law
• Familiarity with

MARPOL 73/78

(International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships) and applicable IMO resolutionsNavy Policy

• Knowledge of

OPNAV-M 5090.1

(Environmental Readiness Program Manual) and Navy environmental policy documentsLegislative Analysis

• Experience with international treaty review, legislative analysis, and rulemaking processes affecting naval operationsDocument Analysis
• Ability to analyze complex international documents (regulations, directives, resolutions) for impact and relevance to Navy programsStandards Development
• Proficiency in drafting standards, regulations, technical agreements, and supporting international negotiationsCommunication
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for coordination across Navy, DoD, NATO, and international stakeholder audiencesBriefing Preparation
• Experience preparing presentations and briefing materials for senior leadership and international working groupsIT Proficiency
• Proficiency with MS Office products, Adobe Acrobat, and database management tools; ability to obtain/maintain required security clearance Desired QualificationsShould possess ten (10) years of experience in work related to SOW Section 5.4.9
• NATO, DEA, and IMO SupportPrior experience supporting Navy or DoD NATO working groups, committees, or panelsExperience with Data Exchange Agreement (DEA) negotiation, development, and managementFamiliarity with IMO Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC) proceedings and resolutionsKnowledge of international environmental standards applicable to naval vessels and offshore operationsExperience with Foreign Military Sales (FMS) programs and international defense coordinationUnderstanding of Navy ship waste management technologies and environmental systemsPrior experience with CDRL preparation and delivery in a DoD contract environmentKnowledge of the Navy Modernization Process (NMP) and Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs)Experience coordinating with allied navies on environmental technology programs and joint initiatives OverviewOverviewNoblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions.

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