Naval Combat Systems & Weapons Program Specialist

U.S. Fleet Forces Command; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Fleet Forces Command is seeking a PROGRAM SPECIALIST (COMBAT SYSTEMS/WEAPONS) to serve in the Department of the Navy’s COMNAVSURFLANT area.

This civilian position supports CNSL N44 with assessment of combat/weapon systems aboard USN vessels and cross-functional coordination to ensure readiness and policy alignment. The role requires expertise in weapon systems, acquisition planning, and program execution, with duties including briefing senior leaders and developing revised procedures for

Qualifications

• Experience as a subject matter expert on specific combat and/or weapon systems (e.g., AEGIS, Tomahawk, SM-6, CIWS).
• Experience assisting in development of acquisition strategies, program plans, and milestone schedules for new systems or upgrades.
• Experience monitoring program execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Civilian Specialist for CNSL N44 Combat System/Weapons Dept on in-port and at sea periods onboard USN vessels.
• Collaborate with military leads; recommend adjustments to meet readiness and assessment objectives.
• Coordinate with CNSL and waterfront partners to address material deficiencies for ship repairs.
• Develop, coordinate, and conduct briefings to CNSP, CNSL executives, and senior staff on readiness results.
• Identify revisions to existing procedures by analyzing current Directorate programs.
• Serve as SME on integrating new assessment/measurement strategies into CNSL/N44 plans.

Skills

Combat/Weapons SME

Acquisition strategy

Program monitoring

SOW/CDD/TEMP drafting

Job description

U.S. Fleet Forces Command is seeking a PROGRAM SPECIALIST (COMBAT SYSTEMS/WEAPONS) to serve in the Department of the Navy’s COMNAVSURFLANT area.

This civilian position supports CNSL N44 with assessment of combat/weapon systems aboard USN vessels and cross-functional coordination to ensure readiness and policy alignment. The role requires expertise in weapon systems, acquisition planning, and program execution, with duties including briefing senior leaders and developing revised procedures for