ORCA Analyst (San Diego, CA)

Life Cycle Engineering; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) matching

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Life Cycle Engineering is seeking an experienced ORCA Analyst to support CNSP Readiness Training and ORCA team activities in the San Diego area. You will back the ORCA Team Lead across workshop assessments, data analysis, RCA reporting, and NSWC Corona data submissions, ensuring timely, high-quality documentation.

The role requires extensive supervisory background, naval maintenance knowledge, and experience with government data systems.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or associate degree or seven (7) years demonstrated experience in a management role.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and implementation of technical projects
• Maintenance and training staff experience at ISIC, TYCOM, or Afloat Training Group level.
• Knowledge of Navy ship depot-level maintenance processes.
• Knowledge of theory and workings of surface ship maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Accompany the ORCA Team Lead on all workshop and IPE assessments and conduct assigned workshop assessments independently.
• Complete ORCA Workshop Functionality Score Sheets for assigned workshops and document findings with sufficient specificity to support AWR generation and TYCOM advisory action.
• Lead or assist in root cause analysis investigations, draft IPE RCA Reports for the ORCA Team Lead review, and ensure reports are submitted within 20 working days of trip completion.
• Conduct IPE configuration audits and prepare draft CK documentation for ships with equipment not reflected in configuration data records.
• Maintain and update the Training/IPE Matrix Report and research applicable JQR, PQS, and school code prerequisites for IPE maintenance and flag new training gaps.
• Manage ORCA data delivery to NSWC Corona; coordinate with NSWC Corona on data format and quality requirements; and report delivery status in the ORCA Material Deficiency Report.
• Draft the ORCA Material Deficiency Report for ORCA Team Lead review and submission within five working days of trip completion.
• Compile the quarterly Root Cause Distribution Pareto analysis from all completed RCA instances and provide to ORCA Team Lead and PM for CNSP N43 reporting.
• Participate in annual STANCO and support ORCA methodology and data management agenda items.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Data analysis

Technical reporting

Naval maintenance knowledge

Information systems

Education

Bachelor's or Associate degree or 7+ years management experience

Tools

ORCA dashboard

CK preparation

Job description

Join Life Cycle Engineering. Lead with purpose. Own the outcome. Do the right thing the right way.

Why Choose LCE?

• Employee Ownership (ESOP): Build financial stake in your work. Our 100% employee-owned model directly connects your contributions to company performance and long-term wealth creation.
• Award-Winning Culture: Join an organization repeatedly recognized as a "Best Place to Work" driven by integrity, mutual respect, and a supportive team environment.
• Impactful Mission: Support defense operations, waterfront engineering, cyber infrastructure, and asset reliability programs that keep fleets and operations mission ready.

Opportunity Summary

Join LCE for our newest award win supporting the Organic Repair Capability Assessment (ORCA) Team and the Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT).

As an Organic Repair Capability Assessment (ORCA) Analyst supporting services for the CNSP RATT, you will support the ORCA Team Lead on all phases of workshop and IPE assessment, root cause analysis, configuration audit, and NSWC Corona data delivery. You will combine technical assessment capability with analytical and documentation skills to produce the ORCA program's highest-complexity deliverables: the ORCA Material Deficiency Report, the IPE RCA Reports, the Training/IPE Matrix Report, and the ORCA dashboard data submissions. You will serve as the program's primary point of interface with NSWC Corona on data format, quality, and submission schedule while independently completing RCA documentation to the standard.

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Active U.S. DoD security clearance (Security clearance eligibility may be considered on a case-by-case basis.)

Primary Responsibilities

• Accompany the ORCA Team Lead on all workshop and IPE assessments and conduct assigned workshop assessments independently.
• Complete ORCA Workshop Functionality Score Sheets for assigned workshops and document findings with sufficient specificity to support AWR generation and TYCOM advisory action.
• Lead or assist in root cause analysis investigations, draft IPE RCA Reports for the ORCA Team Lead review, and ensure reports are submitted within 20 working days of trip completion.
• Conduct IPE configuration audits and prepare draft CK documentation for ships with equipment not reflected in configuration data records.
• Maintain and update the Training/IPE Matrix Report and research applicable JQR, PQS, and school code prerequisites for IPE maintenance and flag new training gaps.
• Manage ORCA data delivery to NSWC Corona; coordinate with NSWC Corona on data format and quality requirements; and report delivery status in the ORCA Material Deficiency Report.
• Draft the ORCA Material Deficiency Report for ORCA Team Lead review and submission within five working days of trip completion.
• Compile the quarterly Root Cause Distribution Pareto analysis from all completed RCA instances and provide to ORCA Team Lead and PM for CNSP N43 reporting.
• Participate in annual STANCO and support ORCA methodology and data management agenda items.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate or associates degree or seven (7) years demonstrated experience in a management role.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and implementation of technical projects
• Maintenance and training staff experience at ISIC, TYCOM, or Afloat Training Group level.
• Knowledge of Navy ship depot-level maintenance processes.
• Knowledge of theory and workings of surface ship maintenance processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with NSWC Corona's ORCA dashboard or equivalent government data management systems.
• Prior root cause analysis experience using structured methodologies (5 Whys, Fishbone/Ishikawa or equivalent) for industrial plant equipment failures.
• Experience with Navy configuration management (CK preparation and configuration data record maintenance).
• Familiarity with the six-category RCA taxonomy used in the RATT Readiness Impact Framework.
• Technical writing and data management experience supporting government contract deliverables .

Physical Expectations

• Regular physical activity to include walking, climbing stairs, and standing; frequent periods of prolonged sitting may be required.
• Maneuvering around tight spaces in a confined environment.
• Ability to speak, read, hear, and write, with or without assistance.
• Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined position. Other responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should be addressed to the hiring authority or to Human Resources.

Benefit Offerings

• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & company matched 401(k)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Free life and disability insurance with supplemental coverage options
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Plan, & Lifestyle Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation, holiday, and sick leave
• Flexible schedules, casual work environment, and relaxed dress code
• Continuing education and professional development programs at all levels
• Free access to online training library including certification preparation
• Bonus program, employee referral program, monetary recognition opportunities, and more...

Benefits may vary based on employment status, business unit, and location.

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, application for or service in the military or status as a disabled veteran or veteran, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.