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Company Overview

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management and solutions company specializing in engineering, analysis, and cybersecurity. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense and other programs critical to our nation's security. We are proud to be a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces award, highlighting our commitment to quality workplace culture.

Position Summary / Objective

This role supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office providing engineering, logistics, and project management support to SSGN and SSBN Class Submarines.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Assist with TFR and TDENT responses to ensure technical acceptance.
• Interface with the technical warrant holder community to maintain awareness of technical system architecture and lifecycle maintenance concerns.
• Perform data and risk analysis for effective lifecycle maintenance and sustainability.
• Investigate component failures and propose maintenance modifications.
• Evaluate potential component replacements to ensure compatibility.
• Collaborate on new capabilities and assess risks associated with system architecture.
• Offer insights into financial requirements for risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with various ISEA for SWSS issues, fleet feedback, and training improvements.
• Resolve in-service problems and provide recommendations through collaboration with NAVSEA technical codes and fleet personnel.
• Recommend design changes leveraging common systems and parts to address obsolescence.
• Support the Obsolescence Team in developing execution strategies for US and UK programs.
• Assist in resolving UK Technical Queries by working with multiple organizations.
• Participate in the Engineering Face to Face Working Group.
• Ensure accurate updates to maintenance documentation with SUBMEPP and support UK requests for component maintenance extensions.
• Facilitate key stakeholder engagements with the Technical Branch.
• Implement changes to the Planned Maintenance Management Program to mitigate obsolescence issues.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in any engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• NAVSEA experience is a plus.
• Submarine experience is highly desired.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Expert knowledge of the Federal Supply System and ILS concepts.
• Familiarity with Defense Industrial Base challenges.
• Ability to develop new vendors to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Working knowledge of relevant databases used for research and Maritime Industrial Base performance.
• Logistics review and analysis capabilities for change proposals and lifecycle support.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High reliability and initiative in a fast-paced environment.

Competencies

• Excellent client interface skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and in a team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated reliability and personal initiative.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

• Secret Clearance is required.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment with routine use of standard office equipment.

Physical Demands

The employee may regularly talk or hear and is frequently required to stand, walk, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms, with a lifting capacity of at least 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

The role typically requires an eight-hour workday, with core hours from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Flexibility may be allowed with supervisory approval.

Telework

This position allows for up to 20% telework, subject to customer requirements.

Travel

Up to 30% travel may be required to various locations including Washington, DC; Newport, RI; Groton, CT; Kings Bay, GA; and Norfolk, VA.

Benefits and Additional Compensation

KMS offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurances, PTO, paid holidays, and a retirement savings plan, along with professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities.

AAP/EEO Statement

KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination of any kind.

This job description is not exhaustive and may change at any time.

KMS Solutions is a drug-free workplace.