Senior-Level Columbia Class Submarine Infrastructure AnalystLocation: Washington Navy Yard (WNY), Washington, DC
Schedule: Full-Time Hybrid Position
Salary Range: $95,000 - $125,000 annually (higher compensation may be considered based on experience and qualifications)
Position OverviewSupport PMS 396O, leading all facility and infrastructure transition efforts required to ensure Trident Refit Facilities (TRFs) and shore installations are fully equipped and ready to support the post-delivery in-service maintenance, sustainment, and modernization of Columbia-class submarines.
This position bridges the gap between ship acquisition (PMS 397), in-service submarine support (PMS 396), Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC), and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC). This is a critical role ensuring that physical plant assets, dry docks, specialized maintenance shops, laydown areas, and shore utilities are planned, funded, and executed to support the SSBN strategic deterrence mission.
Key Responsibilities- Serve as the lead for all shore infrastructure, facility modification, and TRF readiness initiatives supporting the transition from Ohio Class to Columbia Class SSBNs.
- Draft, review, and manage transition agreements between PMS 397, PMS 396, NAVFAC, CNIC, and local TRFs. Ensure clear delineation of responsibilities, milestones, and funding streams for infrastructure modifications.
- Collaborate directly with Trident Refit Facilities (TRF Bangor and TRF Kings Bay), Public Shipyards, and Naval Warfare Centers to audit, track, and verify that industrial equipment, dry docks, piers, and specialized facilities are ready to support Columbia-class maintenance.
- Review Program Objective Memorandum (POM) requirements to ensure adequate long-term budget planning, military construction (MILCON), and facility sustainment, restoration, and modernization (FRM) funding are established for out-year infrastructure needs.
- Evaluate historical infrastructure and facility transition data from prior ship class changes (e.g., Virginia Class, Ohio Class) to identify actionable lessons learned and mitigate facility-related risks.
- Act as the primary interface across NAVSEA Program Offices, NAVFAC, CNIC, Submarine Type Commanders (TYCOMs), Regional Commands, and TRF leadership regarding facility readiness and site infrastructure timelines.
Requirements- Bachelor's or Advanced Degree in Engineering, Operations Research, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
- 10+ years of experience in engineering, science management, operational facility planning, or major defense infrastructure/acquisition programs.
- Significant background supporting U.S. Navy submarine programs, naval installations, or fleet support activities.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance. Preference will be given to candidates currently holding an Active Secret Security Clearance.
- Must be available to work on-site at the Washington Navy Yard.
- Exceptional client-facing skills with demonstrated capability to lead cross-functional government and contractor teams across multi-agency boundaries.
- Strong analytical abilities to translate ship technical specifications into concrete shore-side infrastructure and facility requirements.
- High level of personal initiative, self-direction, and reliability in driving long-term infrastructure milestones to completion.
- Advanced skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams) and data tracking platforms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills suitable for brief preparation to senior NAVSEA, NAVFAC, and Fleet leadership.
Preferred Experience- Direct experience working with Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) or Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) execution processes, MILCON programming, and shore installation management.
- Deep familiarity with Trident Refit Facilities (TRFs), Pacific and Atlantic Fleet SSBN operations, dry dock operations, and strategic deterrence shore infrastructure.
- Familiarity with submarine maintenance philosophies, depot-level upkeep requirements, and industrial laydown requirements.
- Proficiency in drafting technical documentation and formal executive correspondence in accordance with the Naval Correspondence Manual.
Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
Telework- Telework may be allowed up to 20%.
- Subject to change based on business needs and customer requirements.
- Greater in-office presence will be required during the initial six months as the requirements of the role are being learned.
Travel- Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS.
- Travel up to 20% may be required.
