Ship Production Support Analyst

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Pioneering Evolution is seeking an experienced Production Support Analyst to support a major naval program office in overseeing shipyard production and assisting Foreign National partners in the construction of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces (RSNF) Multi-Mission Surface Combatants (MMSCs). The analyst will provide production analysis, shipyard performance assessments, and program integration support while also assisting in day-to-day office operations. This position requires a Secret Clearance and is based in Marinette, WI.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Apply expertise in production management to analyze industry data, ship production trends, forecasts, and progress.
• Assess shipyard manning profiles, identify shortfalls by trade, and evaluate impacts on production schedules.
• Escort Naval Systems Group (NSG) personnel through the shipyard and support assessments of progress and milestone completion.
• Assist in planning and executing production meetings, reviews, and updates.
• Integrate program data, assess shipyard performance and schedule adherence, and prepare briefings on emerging issues.
• Conduct shipyard visits to monitor production progress and compliance with milestones.
• Participate in production progress meetings, production reviews, quality assurance sessions, test planning, and other key discussions.
• Provide production support in quality program planning, implementation, and assessment.
• Support Foreign Military Sales (FMS) and security cooperation case efforts for PMS 525.
• Provide office management support to PMS 525 leadership and staff.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance.
• 20+ years of experience with U.S. Navy ships and shipboard systems in new construction, acquisition, production, and life cycle sustainment.
• Hands-on experience in a Naval shipyard production facility environment.
• Familiarity with Supervisor of Shipbuilding (SUPSHIP) and U.S. Navy command processes for inspection and acceptance of new construction ships.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. Navy standards and best practices for program management and shipboard configuration, including design changes, construction, and modifications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work independently and within a team.
• Ability to engage with foreign military officers in a diplomatic and professional manner.
• Experience developing and delivering presentations to large groups.
• Prior program/production management experience with Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) or Multi-Mission Surface Combatant (MMSC) programs.
• Foreign Military Sales (FMS) management and security cooperation experience.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience supporting U.S. Navy acquisition program offices or international shipbuilding programs.
• Familiarity with international defense partnerships and cross-cultural collaboration in shipbuilding projects.
• Understanding of quality assurance processes, audits, and corrective action planning in a shipyard environment.
• Experience briefing senior military and civilian leadership on program performance and production issues.
• Knowledge of contracting processes, cost analysis, and Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience mentoring or training junior staff in production management or shipyard operations.

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE OFFER:
In addition to competitive salaries and opportunities for professional development and advancement, our employees enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits. To keep pace with the changing needs of our employees, we continually evaluate benefit plans. Current benefits include:

• Paid time off
• 10 paid holidays
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Legal assistance
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Company-paid long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) plan with company contribution
• Continuing education opportunities