• SUBSAFE Planner

    Actalent (Portsmouth, VA)


    Job Description:

    The role of a SUBSAFE Technical Writer/Planner involves researching, interpreting, and applying technical manuals and specifications to develop comprehensive technical instructions, QA Work Books, Work Packages, Test and Inspection Plans, and Technical Work Documents (TWDs) for government and commercial contracts. This position requires a focus on Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical work, ensuring accuracy and compliance with technical specifications and customer requirements.

    Responsibilities:

    + Provide daily technical support to the management team.

    + Assist in developing written procedures for Safety, Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical Trades work.

    + Develop safety, quality control, and inspection procedures for inclusion in test and inspection plans.

    + Define test standards and specify test equipment requirements.

    + Collaborate with customer QA/Safety representatives to establish inspection and acceptance criteria.

    + Review quality/safety documentation for accuracy and completeness.

    + Review and approve Technical Work Documents and Condition Reports for compliance with NAVSEA requirements.

    + Recommend and implement changes to Technical Work Documents to enhance clarity and success.

    + Review and resolve issues related to SUBSAFE, DSS/SOC, and LEVEL 1 boundaries.

    + Advise Quality Director, Production Manager, and Programs Manager on technical issues to support schedule and efficiency goals.

    Essential Skills:

    + High school diploma. (AS or BS degree preferred)

    + 10 years of waterfront technical engineering experience or 20 years of active service in the NAVY.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain access to U.S. Military bases and shipyards.

    + Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance.

    + Proficient knowledge in shipyard, marine, and commercial technical work practices.

    + Comprehensive understanding of OSHA Regulations for Shipyard Employment and NAVSEA standards.

    + Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications:

    + Technical writing and planning skills.

    + Experience in conducting safety and quality control analyses.

    + Effective active listening and critical thinking abilities.

    + Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

    + Capability to instruct and teach technical requirements.

    + Judgment and decision-making skills.

    + Ability to read and interpret structural, mechanical, and electrical drawings.

    + Problem sensitivity and deductive reasoning abilities.

    + Visual color discrimination skills.

    Work Environment:

    + The position is located in Portsmouth, VA, and involves working closely with the technical engineering team to support government and commercial contracts.

    + The role requires compliance with NAVSEA requirements and collaboration with QA and safety representatives.

    + The work environment is dynamic and requires proficiency in using various technical manuals and standards.

    Job Type & Location:

    + This is a Permanent position based out of Portsmouth, VA.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $85000.00 - $105000.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Portsmouth,VA.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Nov 7, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.