Journeyman Naval Aviation Maintenance Level Reform Program Manager

Naval Systems, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; 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

Employee assistance program

Tuition assistance program

401k Plan with company match

Job summary

Naval Systems, Inc. seeks a Journeyman Naval Aviation Maintenance Level Reform Program Manager in Norfolk, VA. This senior role requires strategic leadership in managing a team, overseeing program implementation, and ensuring compliance with Navy policies.

Requirements include a Bachelor's degree, significant experience in aviation maintenance, leadership in organizational change, and a Secret Clearance. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and a 401k

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in naval aviation maintenance and logistics management.
• At least 7-10 years in senior leadership positions.
• Completion of Aviation Maintenance Officer Course or equivalent experience required.
• Program Management Certification (PMP) highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the I-Level Reform Initiative.
• Manage a team of SMEs and analysis specialists.
• Oversee program implementation, budget, and resource allocation.
• Develop performance metrics and report progress to senior Navy leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Program management

Resource allocation

Stakeholder engagement

Performance measurement

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in related field

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

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.

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!

• 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

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.