Naval Aviation Readiness & Analytics Analyst

SADDLE BUTTE SYSTEMS, LLC; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Saddle Butte Systems, LLC seeks a Readiness Program Analyst to support naval aviation readiness by analyzing maintenance and logistics data to improve aircraft availability and inform program decisions at NAS Patuxent River, MD. The role monitors readiness metrics, identifies degradation drivers, and helps leadership balance cost, schedule, and performance across sustainment activities.

The analyst develops concise briefings for PMA-299 leadership and collaborates with depot, supply, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or a closely related field or journey-level analytical capability.
• 5+ years of experience in data analysis, process improvement, and readiness forecasting.
• Strong ability to analyze operational, maintenance, or logistics data and identify trends, risks, and root causes.
• Exceptional communication skills with the ability to deliver leadership briefings to O-6 and higher.
• Active Secret security clearance (or ability to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Monitor and evaluate aircraft readiness metrics and availability.
• Conduct root cause analysis on readiness issues such as supply delays and maintenance constraints.
• Develop clear, decision-focused briefings and reports for PMA-299 leadership.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, depot activities, supply organizations, and engineering teams to improve turnaround times and readiness outcomes.

Skills

Data analysis

Process improvement

Readiness forecasting

Communication skills

Briefing leadership (O-6+)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or related field

Tools

DECKPLATE

AMSRR

Job description

Saddle Butte Systems, LLC seeks a Readiness Program Analyst to support naval aviation readiness by analyzing maintenance and logistics data to improve aircraft availability and inform program decisions at NAS Patuxent River, MD. The role monitors readiness metrics, identifies degradation drivers, and helps leadership balance cost, schedule, and performance across sustainment activities.

The analyst develops concise briefings for PMA-299 leadership and collaborates with depot, supply, and