Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Practitioner

UIC Alaska•Quantico, VA

About The Position

Bowhead is seeking a Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM) Practitioner to support Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC), Product Support Directorate (PSD), in Quantico, Virginia. The position supports efforts to improve the reliability, availability, and sustainment of Marine Corps ground equipment by evaluating and improving maintenance strategies. The role requires a strong background with the Marine Corps Ground Equipment Maintenance Program, maintenance procedures, and equipment readiness, along with a foundational understanding of RCM. The practitioner works with technical subject matter experts and MCSC personnel to assess equipment reliability and maintenance needs, review maintenance data and procedures, and recommend improvements. The role also supports the development of proficiency in RCM methodologies and Condition-Based Maintenance Plus (CBM+) concepts. The targeted salary range is $115,000 to $130,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (T-1/NACI) security clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for this clearance at this location.

Requirements

Eight or more years of experience in Marine Corps ground equipment maintenance, maintenance management, or a closely related field.
Strong working knowledge of Marine Corps maintenance policies, procedures, and equipment readiness requirements.
Experience reviewing maintenance data, identifying equipment maintenance issues, or recommending corrective actions.
Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, including the ability to collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders.
Ability and willingness to learn and apply RCM methodologies.
Experience facilitating working groups, delivering technical briefings, or developing maintenance-related recommendations.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust (T-1/NACI) security clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required for a Public Trust (T-1/NACI) clearance at this location.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.
Must be able to twist, bend, and squat periodically.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Marine Corps Systems Command or other Department of Defense acquisition organizations.
Familiarity with RCM, CBM+, maintenance analysis, or reliability improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Facilitate discussions with technical subject matter experts to evaluate equipment reliability and sustainability, identify potential failures, and recommend maintenance improvements.
Review maintenance records, equipment performance data, and existing maintenance procedures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
Support the development and refinement of maintenance strategies in accordance with Marine Corps and Department of Defense policies.
Collaborate with MCSC personnel and stakeholders to identify equipment and systems that may benefit from RCM analysis.
Prepare and deliver briefings, reports, and recommendations communicating analysis findings and proposed maintenance improvements.
Develop proficiency in RCM methodologies and Condition-Based Maintenance Plus (CBM+) concepts to support maintenance optimization initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned.