Journeyman Maintenance Level Reform Subject Matter Expert (SME) Lead

Naval Systems, Inc.; Lemoore (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Naval Systems, Inc. seeks a Journeyman Maintenance Level Reform SME Lead to drive cost reduction and optimize material demand across the Naval Aviation Enterprise.

You will supervise a geographically dispersed team of regional SMEs, shaping repair capabilities and providing strategic direction for I-Level reform. The role requires expert naval aviation maintenance knowledge, strong leadership, and active participation in leadership forums.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in naval aviation maintenance and supply.
• 7+ years at the Intermediate Maintenance Level or equivalent management role.
• Experience with repair capability decisions, ICRL, and process improvement.
• Leadership of geographically dispersed teams.
• Active Secret Clearance; U.S. citizen required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a geographically dispersed team of regional SMEs.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities and optimize material demand.
• Develop initiatives to enhance repair capabilities and guide I-Level reform.
• Analyze maintenance data, validate repair codes, and conduct cost-benefit analyses.
• Coordinate with supply and engineering stakeholders; participate in senior leadership forums.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Naval maintenance

Program management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/management/logistics

Job description

Description

NSI requires a Journeyman Maintenance Level Reform Subject Matter Expert (SME) Lead to support the Cost and Demand Management (CDM) Division. This is a senior technical leader responsible for identifying cost reduction opportunities and optimizing material demand across the Naval Aviation Enterprise. This role supervises a geographically dispersed team of regional SMEs, develops initiatives to enhance repair capabilities, and provides strategic direction for I-Level reform. The SME Lead analyzes maintenance data, validates repair codes, conducts cost-benefit analyses, and coordinates with supply and engineering stakeholders. The position requires expert-level knowledge of naval aviation maintenance and supply, strong leadership skills, and the ability to drive organizational change. Regular travel and telework are required, and the role demands active participation in team meetings and senior leadership forums.

Location

Lemoore, CA

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, logistics, or related technical/business field required.

Certifications

Relevant technical certifications (Six Sigma Black Belt, Lean, PMP) highly desirable. Military technical training and NEC qualifications that demonstrate comprehensive understanding of maintenance processes. Advanced maintenance management course completion (AMQC, etc.) preferred.

Experience

Minimum of 12 years' experience in naval aviation maintenance and supply, with at least 7 years at the Intermediate Maintenance Level or equivalent management position. Experience must include direct involvement with repair capability decisions, ICRL management, and maintenance process improvement. Leadership experience supervising technical personnel, preferably in geographically dispersed teams. Experience managing enterprise-level programs or initiatives preferred.

Security Clearance

Secret Clearance is required. Must be a U.S. citizen.

Special Notes/Instructions

NSi is a privately held, small but quickly growing company with headquarters in Lexington Park, Maryland within 5 miles of the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. Established in 2004, we are now celebrating 22 years of excellence in providing quality products and services to the Department of Defense.

Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, paid time off, paid holidays, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, tuition assistance program, 401k Plan with company match as well as a fun and enthusiastic work environment!

Quality, Integrity, Teamwork, Success - that's NSI!

NSI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.