Who we are:

Trident Maritime Systems is an ISO certified leader in the Navy, Marine, and Off-Shore markets providing innovative Electro-Mechanical, HVAC/R, Fire Suppression, and Electric Propulsion Systems. We are currently expanding our staff of professionals to support and accelerate business growth. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic company with an excellent reputation throughout the Marine Industry. We offer a robust compensation package with competitive salary, fantastic benefits, paid time off, opportunity for growth, and much more.

Job Title: Vendor Furnished Information Coordinator

Department: Engineering

Summary

The VFI Coordinator’s role is to support both the Distributive Systems (DS) and Outfitting divisions for all programs, with a strong focus on LCS, MMSC, and FFG. The VFI Coordinator is the primary interface and point of contact for tracking and transmittal of contract required deliverables and information between Trident, suppliers and customers.

Responsibilities

Purchase Technical Specifications

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  Review Ship Specifications and Customer Supplier Data Requirements List (SDRL) to understand requirements.
• Create equipment specific Purchase Specifications that encompass all requirements.
• Submit Purchase Technical Specifications to Engineering Manager for review and approval before releasing to Operations for quote or purchase.
• Provide support during RFQ/Proposal Phase to ensure Technical and SDRL compliance.
• POC for Vendors to discuss issues/concerns with requirements .
  • If requirements cannot be met by vendor, need to discuss issue with shipyard to determine a path forward.

Vendor Furnished Information

• Main POC for the shipyard for all VFI Support.
• Create and sustain tracker sheets for all VFI per customer and vendor purchase orders.
• Track submittal due dates based on the PO from the shipyard.
  • Ensure we submit all VFI by the due date. If date cannot be met, notify the shipyard, and agree on a date for submittal.
• Engage and sustain collaboration between cross-functional teams, including Engineering, ILS, Purchasing, the Program Management Team for VFI status and changes (receiving, tracking, reviewing and submitting VFI).
• Facilitate VFI Documentation
• Receive VFI from Vendors.
  • Review submittals to ensure all requirements are met.
  • Interface closely with TMS Engineering to provide access and visibility to VFI received.
  • If there are issues, return to Vendor with comments.
• If VFI meets all requirements, submit to the shipyard by their required process.
• Shipyard will either approve or reject VFI.
  • If rejected, review comments and work with the vendor to resolve.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Navy and/or Commercial Shipbuilding Programs
• Experience with Project/Program Management and Document Control
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivator with attention to details

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee may be occasionally required to lift up to 20 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment can vary.

Trident Maritime Systems is an EEO/AA employer that offers a comprehensive compensation package and opportunities for growth.

Offers of employment are contingent on and not considered finalized until the required background check and drug test has been performed and the results received and accessed.