MK 41 VLS Program Analyst, Senior

Precise Systems, Inc.; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Holiday pay

AD&D coverage

Job summary

Precise Systems, Inc. seeks a senior-level Program Analyst to support the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) program at NSWC Port Hueneme Division. This full-time, in-office role provides logistics, technical, and programmatic support across USN and FMS portfolios to sustain fleet readiness and enhance combat system capabilities.

The role requires 10+ years in DoD program management or similar. Security clearance is required; US citizenship is necessary.

Qualifications

• :10+ years DoD program management experience, and naval weapon systems focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead ISEA tasking across USN/FMS portfolios and direct IPTs.
• Coordinate multi-discipline teams to align schedules, tests, and logistics with program objectives.
• Oversee timelines and milestones to sustain fleet readiness and modernization.
• Maintain and improve program documentation and reporting workflows.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal comms

Briefing executives

MS Office Suite

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

PMP certification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.

Precise Systems is seeking a senior-level Program Analyst to support the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) program at Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD). This full-time, in-office position provides VLS logistics, technical and programmatic support in execution of the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) tasking across the various U.S. Navy (USN) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) project portfolios. This role is critical in aligning engineering, test, and logistics activities with program objectives to sustain fleet readiness and increase combat system capabilities.

Duties

• Programmatic & Event Support: Lead the programmatic execution and life-cycle management of In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA) tasking across the MK 41 VLS United States Navy (USN) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) portfolios. Direct working groups, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and high-level program/financial reviews to ensure alignment with Program Office objectives
• Cross-Functional System Integration: Synchronize multi-disciplinary engineering, test, and logistics teams to optimize complex schedules; Manage critical dependencies across weapon system baselines, launcher/missile/canister integrations, and SHIPALT (Ship Alterations) & ORDALTS (Ordnance Alterations) installation to eliminate project bottlenecks
• Strategic Fleet Readiness Management: Oversee the technical timelines and critical milestones driving fleet operational readiness; Manage risk-mitigation strategies for launcher systems upgrades, ensuring seamless modernization installation and testing
• Reporting & Documentation: Establish and enforce tracking mechanisms for action items, technical directives, and program milestones from inception through resolution; Drive continuous improvement in project documentation and reporting workflows

Required Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, Systems Management, or a related technical/defense field (Master's degree or PMP certification preferred)

Required Experience

• 10+ years of progressive experience in DoD program management, systems engineering support, or lifecycle logistics—specifically focused on naval weapon systems, such as the MK 41 Vertical Launching System
• Deep familiarity with MK 41 VLS launcher, electronic enclosure sub-assemblies, Launch Control Units (LCUs), canister configurations (Strike, Tactical), and employed missiles/variants

Skills

• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; Experience in briefing senior & flag level executives and FMS customers
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse technical and logistics USN and FMS teams

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well-being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.

Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $121,742 to $140,631 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems’ total compensation package.

Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.