Mission Systems Action Officer

KMS Solutions, LLC•Alexandria, VA

4d•$85,000 - $110,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Phase 2 Mission Systems Action Officer will provide support to the DRPM Submarine AUKUS Integration & Acquisition (I&A) Program Office. Responsibilities will include strategic planning and coordination of program-wide execution activities, correspondence management, supporting development of integrated plans, event/travel coordination, supporting fleet and supporting establishment (including inter-agency) integration with the AUKUS program, and facilitating integrated schedule and risk analysis.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree.
5+ years of government or military related experience.
Service onboard a US nuclear-powered warship, experience working in NAVSEA, Team Submarine, Undersea Warfare Center, or similar experience.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook software.
Ability to analyze complex organizational and programmatic issues and develop actionable solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills; including the ability to prepare professional reports, briefs, and presentations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency drafting and editing correspondence, documents, briefings, instructions, policies in accordance with the Navy Correspondence Manual and style guides.
High comfort level working with and around all military/organizational levels, clients, customers, suppliers, and visitors.
Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
Demonstrate ability to be a team player; works well with others; contributes positively to work/team environment and continually seeks ways to enhance contribution to the team.
Handles differing situations, problems, and deviations in the work office according to general instructions, priorities, duties, policies and program goals.
Experience performing analytical tasks such as data collection, data analysis, process evaluation, and development of recommendations for organizational improvement.
Ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Security Clearance and required access to all worksite locations.
Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment.
Current Final DoD SECRET clearance

Nice To Haves

Experience with US Navy submarine operations and maintenance.
Experience with in-service support to nuclear powered Warships.
Experience supporting a NAVSEA/Team Submarine acquisition program office.
Experience/knowledge of Navy acquisition program office organizations and processes.
Experience working with international partners or with foreign military sales.

Responsibilities

Support strategic planning efforts for Phase 2 Mission Systems, including development, integration, and synchronization of program-wide execution activities.
Coordinate and track action items, program initiatives, and cross‑functional tasks in support of the AUKUS I&A Program Office.
Prepare, manage, and route official correspondence, reports, briefs, and decision documents across DRPM Submarines, fleet stakeholders, resource sponsors, and inter‑agency partners.
Develop, maintain, and refine integrated program plans, including execution roadmaps, schedules, and risk management artifacts.
Facilitate integrated schedule reviews and risk analysis efforts by collecting data, analyzing impacts, and preparing summary assessments for leadership.
Plan, coordinate, and support meeting, event, and travel logistics for domestic and international engagements with Navy, DoW, partner nation, and industry stakeholders.
Support fleet, partner nation, and interagency integration by coordinating tasking, gathering operational inputs, and ensuring alignment with AUKUS program objectives.
Engage with international partners and foreign military representatives to assist with coordination, requirements integration, and communication of program activities, within security and policy constraints.
Monitor execution across mission systems areas; identify issues, risks, and gaps; and recommend mitigation strategies and corrective actions.
Prepare and deliver presentation materials, updates, trackers, and briefing products to enable informed decision‑making by leadership.
Collaborate with DRPM Submarines, TYCOMs, PAEs, industry partners, and inter‑agency organizations to align activities, ensure effective communication, and maintain program cohesion.
Maintain awareness of submarine operations, maintenance concepts, and nuclear‑powered warship support considerations to inform program planning and execution.
Ability to work on-site at KMS HQ in Alexandria, VA up to full time with frequent local travel to the WNYD based upon the needs of the client.