Ship Alteration HM&E Modernization Engineer with Security Clearance

Ship Alteration HM&E Modernization Engineer Company Overview: KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being. KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility Position Summary / Objective: KMS Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist in submarine modernization and installation planning for Ohio Class Submarines, both Ballistic Missile Submarines (SSBN) and Guided Missile Submarines (SSGN). The individual will serve as the Modernization Engineering Analyst (Submarine), you will provide programmatic support to one of our NAVSEA customers along with providing Engineering and Technical support services for the oversight, analysis, evaluation, maintenance and review of Submarine Hull, Mechanical and Electrical Professional (HM&E) modernization management and planning documentation. This position supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office (PMS 396) which is part of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Strategic Submarines (PEO SSBN), and Team Submarine. This position is available immediately. Salary is dependent on experience and education. Essential functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Be the primary customer contact for all activities, regularly meeting with and updating the customer on project status. Coordinate the review of Ship Alteration (SHIPALT) documentation with the TYCOMs, Planning Yards, SUPSHIPs, NAVSEA technical codes and field activities
Support development of metrics to track submarine modernization development, including alterations, LARs, DFSs, correspondence response, commitment, and action item tracking.
Support program review sessions with customer to discuss cost, schedule, and technical performance. Maintain modernization documentation including Justification Cost Forms (JCFs), Ship Alteration Records (SARs), Alteration and Improvements (A&Is), Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), Liaison Action Records (LARs), and Government Furnished Information (GFI) requests in the appropriate data information systems.
Review presentations, briefs, and formal correspondence for NAVSEA review and final approval.
Maintain applicable Plans of Actions and Milestones (POA&M) as directed/required.
Interface with stakeholders to identify, assign, and track action items, leveraging initiatives to benefit submarine modernization support. Collect information and provide recommendations to senior decision-makers through well-written documents.
Communicate with various Program Office representatives within NAVSEA, SSP, contracting entities and other Department of Navy organization in supporting PM concerns.
Coordinate with the technical community and develop white papers and presentations for the Government and the Navy on program status or issues impacting the program.
Provide Subject Matter Expert (SME) support and assist the Government with technical analyses, inquiries, research, testing, data validation for any matters relating to US submarines. Conduct Meeting Administration (generate and distribute agendas, minutes, action items, etc.)
Organize and maintain Program tracking files/tools on program status, actions items and issues. Attend meetings and program reviews, provide presentations, written materials, and/or electronic communications with foreign country representatives from one of more countries. This may include interfacing with foreign liaison officers located at US Navy and/or contractor facilities.
Provide timely and efficient responses for all urgent tasking.
Support the team in performing additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Ensure program correspondence and deliverables are in accordance with Quality Assurance Program. Required education and experience: A Bachelor's Degree in a business or technical field. An Associate's Degree and 2 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree or a High School Diploma/GED and 4 years of additional experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor's Degree.
8 years of experience in program management. Preferred education and experience: Experience in engineering or program management with Navy/NAVSEA/Shipyard highly preferred.
Experience working with modernization of U.S. Navy ships and equipment is highly desired. Specifically, Navy/NAVSEA/Shipyard experience is desired.
Experience with submarine systems, equipment, operations, maintenance, or other submarine activities.
Familiarity with key stakeholders including Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Planning Yards (PYs), Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP), Submarine Type Commanders (TYCOMs).
Familiarity with modernization documents including Ship Alteration Records (SARs), Alteration and Improvements (A&Is), Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), Liaison Action Records (LARs), Justification Cost Forms (JCFs), and Government Furnished Information (GFI) requests in the appropriate data information systems.
Experience reviewing technical documents.
Experience writing to the Naval Correspondence Manual. Competencies: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Great verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently.
Understanding of project management fundamentals including critical path items, risk management, and long lead time items. Additional eligibility requirements Work authorization/security clearance requirements: An active DoD Secret security clearance. Other Duties: Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Supervisory Responsibility: None Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs. Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status. Telework: Up to 40% telework may be allowed. Fully remote considered for exceptionally qualified candidates outside the DMV area. Travel: Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS
Travel up to 20% travel may be required to locations including, but not limited to, Newport, RI; Kings Bay, GA; Bangor, WA; and Norfolk, VA. Benefits and Additional Compensation: KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus. AAP/EEO Statement: KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace