Principal Analyst – CNAL N82 Aircraft Carrier Requirements Support

Prevailance•Norfolk, VA

5d•$110,000 - $130,000

About The Position

This position is contingent upon successful contract submission and award. Prevailance is seeking a senior-level Principal Analyst to support CNAL N82 aircraft carrier requirements analysis, with a primary focus on CVN-78 Class introduction, transition, and deployment. This role provides analytical and advisory support to Integrated Transition Teams (ITTs), Project Focus Groups (PFGs), and senior leadership to ensure carrier transition efforts remain on schedule, within budget, and aligned with the Master Aviation Plan (MAP) . The ideal candidate brings deep aircraft carrier operational knowledge, strong analytical rigor, and the ability to brief and advise flag-level leadership. Travel may be required.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship required
Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting studies, analyses, surveys, and reporting for organizational or enterprise-level initiatives
Experience in systems design analysis , functional requirements analysis, and implementation or transition planning for government or commercial systems and processes
Proven experience preparing and delivering flag-level briefings on manpower, aircraft, facilities, and equipment requirements
In-depth knowledge of nuclear-powered aircraft carrier operations , including engineering, propulsion, ship self-defense, combat systems, and maintenance
Practical knowledge of the Navy aircraft carrier requirements definition process , carrier introduction and transition processes, the CNAF MAP , and the PPBE process
Strong analytical capability with the ability to solve complex, cross-functional problems
Demonstrated leadership in shaping enterprise-level processes, recommendations, and planning solutions
Customer-focused mindset with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively across technical and senior leadership audiences
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, engineering, science, mathematics, or a related field
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Analyze ship and ship/air integration requirements and develop briefings and written recommendations for the CVN-78 Class Integrated Transition Team (ITT) and associated Project Focus Groups (PFGs) (Manpower & Manning; Training & Certification; Doctrine & Operations; Maintenance; Logistics; Facilities & Infrastructure)
Support on-time introduction and deployment of CVN-78 Class aircraft carriers in alignment with the CNAF Master Aviation Plan (MAP)
Draft briefings for the CVN-78 ITT Executive Steering Committee (ESC) identifying transition risks and proposed mitigation strategies for CVN-78 and follow-on ships in class
Facilitate the PFG VI (Facilities and Infrastructure) Working Group by coordinating quarterly meetings, tracking design updates, budget reviews, and execution progress
Review and analyze plans for, and results of, CVN-68 and CVN-78 Class operational tests and evaluations and identify risks impacting introduction and deployment timelines
Assess impacts to transition progress and recommend mitigation strategies for issues identified during periodic CVN-78 Class transition reviews
Analyze emerging technologies and provide recommendations to CNAL N82 regarding applicability to CVN-68 and CVN-78 aircraft carrier classes
Draft CVN Navy Aviation Requirements Group (NARG) planning documentation for the annual CVN NARG Conference and produce post-conference summaries identifying key issues, priorities, action items, and lessons learned