Navy Lessons Learned Analyst

KCG Engineering Group Inc•San Diego, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

KCG Engineering Group Inc (KCG) is a government contracting firm specializing in program support across multiple support areas for both military and civilian agencies. KCG has been in business for 20+ years in the government industry and has been voted one of the “Best Places to Work” for the past 7 years. KCG is seeking a Navy Lessons Learned Analyst to join our team. This position will be on-site work and is contingent upon award.

Requirements

Minimum of six to ten years of naval military experience, including at least three years of experience in an operational level staff (numbered fleet command or higher)
Working knowledge of the joint and Navy lessons learned programs, and fleet experimentation program
Knowledge of U.S. Navy and joint administrative and operational command and control structures, command relationships, and interrelationships
Knowledge of naval services warfare objectives, operations, concepts, and doctrine (e.g., joint publications and Naval Warfare Publications)
Knowledge of naval war fighting priorities and capabilities, and familiarity with major weapons systems as applied to naval and joint operations
Superior communications skills (oral and written), high degree of tact, diplomacy, sound judgement, and the ability to work closely with senior military and civilian personnel is required.
Must be able to work independently and in a team environment, and maintain positive working relationships internal and external to the command.
Expertise in the use of personal computers and application software
Expertise in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

Provide SME Support — Deliver subject matter expertise to support the organization’s lessons-learned and knowledge-management program in accordance with applicable policies and guidance.
Conduct Data Review — Analyze operational reports, communications, and digital repositories to identify observations, trends, and best practices. Prepare concise summaries and enter validated content into the designated knowledge-management system.
Engage With Operational Staff — Participate in meetings, briefings, and training events to collect insights and document lessons learned from operational activities.
Manage Knowledge Systems — Maintain accuracy and organization of entries within the lessons-learned system, ensuring proper validation, categorization, and content management.
Deliver Training & Briefings — Develop and present training materials, system instruction, and program briefings tailored to command and unit requirements.
Produce Analytical Reports — Prepare trend analyses, summary reports, and tailored assessments to support leadership decision-making and operational planning.
Support Planning & Exercises — Provide relevant historical insights and best practices to planning teams and exercise groups. Capture new lessons learned during events and integrate them into the system.
Coordinate Issue Resolution — Support issue-resolution processes by coordinating with stakeholders, preparing materials, and tracking actions and points of contact.
Facilitate Cross-Organizational Sharing — Identify issues or insights with broader applicability and coordinate dissemination to partner organizations or enterprise-level programs.
Recommend System Improvements — Provide feedback on lessons-learned tools and collaboration platforms, including recommendations to enhance utilization and effectiveness.
Provide Regular Reporting — Deliver weekly or periodic updates summarizing lessons-learned activities, key issues, and ongoing program efforts.