Water/Wastewater Team Leader
Radford, VAFull-time$71.6k–$122kPosted Jul 30, 2026
Job Description
BAE Systems is currently recruiting for a Team Leader to join our Water and Wastewater Operations Team. The Team Leader will supervise operations of plant water treatment and wastewater treatment along with a steam generating power plant. You will monitor operations to ensure that we continuously meet State of Virginia Environmental Compliance requirements and BAE Systems production needs. Supervision will involve overseeing 7 to 11 hourly wage employees. Successful candidate will work a rotating 12-hour shift schedule.
Areas of responsibility will include:
1) Main Filter Water Plant
2) 2 - Drinking Water Plants
3) Waste Acid Neutralization Facility
4) Sanitary Treatment Facility
5) Biological Wastewater Treatment Facility.
6) Powerhouse Operations on off-shifts and holidays.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Two years' experience with a license for Wastewater Treatment and Potable Water Treatment and must have a minimum of a Class 3 Water License as recognized by the State of Virginia Department of Health or a Class 3 Wastewater License by the Department of Environmental Quality.
Must be able to effectively supervise hourly employees in a Union environment.
Able to use SCADA Systems.
Able to use Windows Software.
Must be able to lift 40 pounds repeatedly.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Dual licenses for Water (Class 2 minimum) and Wastewater Treatment (Class 2 minimum) as recognized by the State of Virginia Department of Health and Department of Environmental Quality.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $71600 - $121700
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
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 Platforms & Services
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
The Platforms & Services (P&S) sector under BAE Systems, Inc does the big stuff: the armored combat vehicles, naval guns, missile launchers, and ship repair…just to name a few. Our employees take pride in the work they do and why they do it. They are on the front lines every day, building our products to protect the lives of those who serve. We may be biased, but we think P&S does some of the coolest work around, and we think you will too.