Production Controller I

LMR Technical Group•Norfolk, VA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

LMR Technical Group is seeking a Production Controller I to support the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, Virginia. The position is contingent on contract award and focuses on the technical planning, execution, and oversight of naval vessel maintenance, repair, and modernization projects. The Production Controller bridges engineering requirements with shipyard production through onsite inspections, management of project documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support procedural compliance and operational readiness. The role manages complex repair and construction projects from initial design through final certification, applies engineering principles to verify systems meet organizational and regulatory standards, and coordinates technical work involving shipboard systems. It also includes specialized system work, quality assurance, documentation and report verification, stakeholder coordination, and continuous improvement activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least eight years of full-time hands-on technician experience in assembly, overhaul, repair, modification, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of shipboard systems and equipment.
Thorough understanding of Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) planning and in-process work areas.
Practical knowledge of Automated Work Request (AWR) write-ups and structural, mechanical, and electrical engineering concepts, practices, regulations, policies, methods, and techniques.
General knowledge of work package procedures, blueprint reading, drawings, and Navy ship technical manuals for verifying part characteristics and required materials for ship maintenance and repairs.
Working knowledge of computer hardware and software used to perform assigned duties, including Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Ability to analyze procedures and methods, prepare written reports, conduct technical studies, and develop sound recommendations.
Current Secret security clearance or ability to obtain and maintain one, including a T3 background investigation.
U.S. citizenship, required to obtain a Secret security clearance.
Legal authorization to work in the United States without employer sponsorship now or in the future.
Ability to work in confined, poorly lit, or poorly ventilated spaces indoors and outdoors, with exposure to high temperatures, noise, and potentially slippery or uneven surfaces.
Ability to climb narrow vertical ladders or stagings, sometimes while carrying tools and equipment.
Regular use of hands and/or fingers; frequent standing; regular climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; and regular talking and hearing.
Close vision.
Ability to handle objects weighing up to 20 kg (45 lbs.) and occasionally carry objects over 20 kg (45 lbs.) for extended distances.

Nice To Haves

Current, active Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

Manage complex repair and construction projects throughout their lifecycle, from initial design to final certification.
Apply engineering principles to ensure systems meet organizational and regulatory standards.
Analyze Hull, Mechanical, and Electrical (HM&E), piping, and structural systems; identify and resolve issues by assessing component performance and calculating factors such as stress, weight, and volume.
Plan and direct construction or repair projects, including contract preparation, cost estimation, and development of technical specifications.
Install, repair, and modify high-security locking mechanisms, including vaults and safes, and establish keying systems for naval vessels.
Set up testing equipment and use precision tools to verify installation adequacy and compliance with quality standards.
Compile and maintain records of schematics, equipment status, and resources used; use visual aids to track assigned job progress.
Review automated reports and work requests for errors or missing data and ensure documentation packages align with original specifications and internal policies.
Communicate with planners, estimators, shop foremen, and engineering personnel to resolve operational issues and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Collaborate with staff to establish objective quality evidence, participate in technical training, and produce post-briefs summarizing outstanding work for leadership.
Perform other related duties as assigned.