Journeyman Maintenance Level Reform Subject Matter Expert (SME) with Security Clearance

Naval Systems, Inc. (NSI); Lemoore (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

401k Plan with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Naval Systems, Inc. (NSI) seeks a Journeyman Maintenance Level Reform Subject Matter Expert Lead in Lemoore, CA. This senior role supervises a regional SME team, identifies cost reduction opportunities, and guides I-Level reform across Naval Aviation.

Travel and telework are expected, with a focus on repairs optimization and strategic data-driven decisions. Qualified candidates will have 12+ years in naval maintenance, a Bachelor's in a technical field, and relevant certifications (Six Sigma,

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years in naval aviation maintenance and supply.
• At least 7 years at Intermediate Maintenance Level or equivalent management role.
• Experience with repair capability decisions, ICRL management, and process improvement.
• Leadership experience supervising technically oriented teams, preferably dispersed.

Responsibilities

• Identify cost reduction opportunities and optimize material demand.
• Supervise a geographically dispersed SME team and provide strategic direction for I-Level reform.
• Analyze maintenance data and validate repair codes.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses and coordinate with supply and engineering stakeholders.
• Drive organizational change and participate in senior leadership forums; travel and telework as required.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cost analysis

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, logistics, or related field

Six Sigma Black Belt

Lean principles

PMP certification

Military maintenance training / NEC qualifications

Tools

AMQC

Job description

NSI requires a Journeyman Maintenance Level Reform Subject Matter Expert (SME) Lead

This role supports 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.

Citizenship

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.

Benefits

• 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.