Journeyman Naval Aviation Maintenance Level Reform Program Manag with Security Clearance

Naval Systems, Inc. (NSI); Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Flexible spending account

Tuition assistance program

401k plan with company match

Job summary

Naval Systems, Inc. (NSI) is seeking a Journeyman Naval Aviation Maintenance Level Reform Program Manager in Norfolk, VA. The role leads the I-Level Reform Initiative within the CNAL N41/CDM division and manages SMEs, analysts, and regional optimization staff to align with Navy priorities.

The position requires 15+ years in naval aviation maintenance and logistics, a Secret clearance, and strong capabilities in program management and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, management, logistics, or related field required.
• Master's degree in related field highly preferred.
• Secret Clearance is required. Must be a U.S. citizen.
• 15+ years in naval aviation maintenance and logistics management, with senior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the I-Level Reform Initiative across the Naval Aviation Enterprise.
• Manage a team of SMEs, analysis specialists, and regional optimization specialists.
• Oversee program implementation, budget, and resource allocation.
• Develop performance metrics and report progress to senior Navy leadership.
• Ensure alignment with strategic goals and policy compliance.
• Engage stakeholders, develop policy, oversee contracts, and evaluate performance.
• Extensive travel and ability to manage enterprise-wide change initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Policy compliance

Budget management

Communication

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Contract oversight

COR experience

PM tools

MS Office

Job description

NSI requires a Journeyman Naval Aviation Maintenance Level Reform Program Manager to support the CNAL N41/Cost and Demand Management (CDM) Division. This role will provide strategic leadership for the I-Level Reform Initiative across the Naval Aviation Enterprise. This senior role manages a team of SMEs, analysis specialists, and regional optimization specialists, overseeing program implementation, budget, and resource allocation. The Program Manager develops performance metrics; reports progress to senior Navy leadership and ensures alignment with strategic goals and policy compliance. Responsibilities include stakeholder engagement, policy development, contract oversight, and performance evaluation. The position requires extensive travel, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex, enterprise-wide change initiatives.

Location

Norfolk, VA

Education

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

Certifications

Completion of Aviation Maintenance Officer Course, Senior Maintenance Officer Course, or equivalent civilian experience required. Program Management Certification (PMP, Defense Acquisition University certifications) is highly desirable. COR certification or ability to obtain within 90 days required.

Experience

Minimum of 15 years' experience in naval aviation maintenance and logistics management, with at least 7-10 years in senior leadership positions. Significant experience in program management, including resource allocation, performance measurement, and strategic planning. Experience leading large-scale organizational change initiatives. Prior experience as Maintenance Officer, Production Officer, TYCOM N41/N42 Officer, or equivalent civilian position at squadron, wing, FRC, or TYCOM level preferred. Experience briefing and coordinating with flag officers and senior executive service leadership. Experience serving as Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) or managing contractor performance is highly desirable.

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.

Benefits

• 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!

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.