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SWSS Program Integration Team Lead
Company Overview:
KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being.
KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility
Position Summary / Objective:
KMS Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a SWSS Program Integration Team Lead. As the Integration Team Lead, you will work for PMS 396J. The Team Lead is responsible for streamlining communications within the US/UK SWSS Program Office and with outside stakeholders including Naval Undersea Warfare Command (NUWC), Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC), Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Trident Systems Project Team (TSPT), UK MOD, Electric Boat (EB), other NAVSEA entities as required. The Program Integration Team Lead plays a critical role in the planning, execution, and management of integration projects within an organization. They will lead collaboration across departments, ensure technical compatibility, and deliver integration solutions that align with business goals. Their responsibilities also include managing risks, providing support, and ensuring continuous improvement in integration across branches. This position supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office (PMS 396) which is part of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Strategic Submarines (PEO SSBN), and Team Submarine (TSUB). PMS 396 provides acquisition, engineering, logistics, and project management support to Ohio Class Submarines.
Essential functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Required education and experience:
Preferred education and experience:
Competencies:
Work authorization/security clearance requirements:
A Secret Clearance is required.
Other Duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is 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.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.
Telework:
This position allows for up to 40% telework. Fully remote considered for exceptionally qualified candidates outside the DMV area. However, subject to change to support customer requirements.
Travel:
Up to 25% travel may be required to locations including, King's Bay, GA and Bangor, WA, but not limited to Continental United States. Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS
Benefits and Additional Compensation:
KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.
AAP/EEO Statement:
KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.
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Company Overview:
KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation's security and well-being.
KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility
Position Summary / Objective:
KMS Solutions, LLC is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as a SWSS Program Integration Team Lead. As the Integration Team Lead, you will work for PMS 396J. The Team Lead is responsible for streamlining communications within the US/UK SWSS Program Office and with outside stakeholders including Naval Undersea Warfare Command (NUWC), Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC), Strategic Systems Programs (SSP), Trident Systems Project Team (TSPT), UK MOD, Electric Boat (EB), other NAVSEA entities as required. The Program Integration Team Lead plays a critical role in the planning, execution, and management of integration projects within an organization. They will lead collaboration across departments, ensure technical compatibility, and deliver integration solutions that align with business goals. Their responsibilities also include managing risks, providing support, and ensuring continuous improvement in integration across branches. This position supports the In-Service Strategic Submarines Program Office (PMS 396) which is part of Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Program Executive Office Strategic Submarines (PEO SSBN), and Team Submarine (TSUB). PMS 396 provides acquisition, engineering, logistics, and project management support to Ohio Class Submarines.
Essential functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
- Stakeholder Engagement. Act as an empowered member of the 396J team to resolve action items and engage stakeholders effectively.
- Submarine Modernization and Obsolescence Management. Develop and implement a strategy for modernizing legacy systems on submarines, including upgrading obsolete systems and integrating new technologies to enhance performance and capability. Additionally, identify potential obsolescence issues and coordinate efforts to modernize or replace outdated systems, ensuring continued operational readiness and compliance with fleet requirements.
- Leadership and Subject Matter Expertise. Provide expert technical advice on complex submarine systems, offering solutions for integration challenges and ensuring all technical aspects are aligned with Navy standards. Lead technical training programs for integration teams and junior engineers, ensuring knowledge transfer of submarine systems and integration processes. Engage with technical and programmatic stakeholders, ensuring effective communication of technical requirements, constraints, and solutions.
- Technical Analysis Solutions. Provide targeted technical recommendations to address aging systems or equipment within both US and UK fleets, ensuring that the most effective modernization strategies are implemented to maintain combat readiness and mission capability. Conduct in-depth technical assessments to identify and resolve bottlenecks in fleet operations. This includes working on key systems like propulsion, communication, combat systems, and fire control, ensuring seamless interoperability between the US and UK fleets.
- Long-Term Strategic Solutions Help shape long-term strategies for both US and UK fleets, focusing on obsolescence prevention, system upgrades, and overall fleet sustainability. By incorporating lessons learned from both countries' naval operations, contribute to strengthening the strategic and tactical effectiveness of the fleets.
- Collaboration with International Partners. Collaborate with international partners, such as the UK or other allied navies, to share best practices and integrate systems that support interoperability across fleets. Manage and lead cross-national technical coordination efforts for submarine integration projects that involve both US and international partners, ensuring alignment on technical requirements and program timelines.
- Analytical Briefings. Provide briefings on analytical findings and recommendations on various topics as needed.
- Professional Advice. Offer expert guidance on planning, programming, budgeting, and execution of modernization efforts.
- POAM Development. Evaluate, provide direction, recommendation to the teams on POAMs used for technical and/or programmatic needs with assessments of action, mitigations needed, engaging with stakeholders to assess and implement mitigations required.
Required education and experience:
- 7+ years working in a related position.
- 3+ years working with the Department of Defense (DoD).
- Bachelor's degree. Experience may be qualifying in lieu of a degree.
Preferred education and experience:
- Experience working with modernization of U.S. Navy ships and equipment is highly desired.
- Experience with submarine systems, equipment, operations, maintenance, or other submarine activities.
- Familiarity with key stakeholders including Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Planning Yards (PYs), Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP), Submarine Type Commanders (TYCOMs).
- Familiarity with modernization documents including Ship Alteration Records (SARs), Alteration and Improvements (A&Is), Ship Installation Drawings (SIDs), Liaison Action Records (LARs), Justification Cost Forms (JCFs), and Government Furnished Information (GFI) requests in the appropriate data information systems.
- Experience reviewing technical documents.
- Experience writing to the Naval Correspondence Manual.
Competencies:
- Technical Expertise in SWSS.
- Leadership experience.
- Must have excellent client interface skills.
- Must work individually and as part of a team.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative.
Work authorization/security clearance requirements:
A Secret Clearance is required.
Other Duties:
Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility:
None.
Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is 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.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.
Telework:
This position allows for up to 40% telework. Fully remote considered for exceptionally qualified candidates outside the DMV area. However, subject to change to support customer requirements.
Travel:
Up to 25% travel may be required to locations including, King's Bay, GA and Bangor, WA, but not limited to Continental United States. Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS
Benefits and Additional Compensation:
KMS offers a competitive benefits packaging including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.
AAP/EEO Statement:
KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.
#ZR
#LI-KMS
#LI-HYBRID
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