SER Project Manager

SER Project Manager

Company Overview:

KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation’s security and well-being. 

KMS is a two-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, we received the Providence Journal Rhode Island Top Workplaces award and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.

Position Summary / Objective:

KMS Solutions is seeking a Senior Analyst to provide acquisition and certification support to the Undersea Special Mission Systems program office (PMS 390) located at the Washington Navy Yard in Washington, DC. PMS 390’s mission includes: Assessment/Underwater Work System (AUWS), Submarine Rescue System-Rescue Capable System (SRS-RCS), and the Submarine Rescue System-Submarine Decompression System (SRS-SDS). They are also responsible for the coordination of R&D initiatives, acquisition, test and evaluation, in-service support, and recommends certification of Dry Deck Shelter (DDS) and Special Operations Forces (SOF) Host Submarine (HOSUB) Systems. This includes responsibility for future SOF Undersea Mobility Systems and technical support for all matters pertaining to SOF Undersea Mobility; and other projects as directed. This position specifically supports the Submarine Escape and Rescue (SER) branch.

Essential functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Program management support lead for submarine escape and rescue (SER) program. Support in all branches of SER which includes in-service, acquisition, certification, and logistics.
• Acquisition and certification support. Provide support lead in acquisition and certification of SER systems
• Oversee contractor personnel to ensure the team delivers exceptional support to the government customer.
• Supports review of technical details, negotiation of requirements, and adjudication of technical comments
• Developing programmatic briefs for internal and external stakeholders
• Knowledge of program management and Department of Defense acquisition processes
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Support and accompany PMS390 clients in ADHOC meetings, often requiring travel or in office support. 

Required education and experience:

• Active SECRET DoD security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in technical field
• 10 or more years experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis, financial/cost analysis, or a relevant field 
• 10 or more years of experience with Navy acquisition and/or In-Service Programs. Experience leading a project and interfacing with an end item customer.

Preferred education and experience:

• Navy Program Office experience
• DAU Program Management Level II or III desired
• Familiarity with Department of Navy and NAVSEA
• 5 or more years’ experience working with Undersea Programs. 
• Knowledge of Deep Submergence Systems Scope of Certification

Additional eligibility requirements

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:

An active DoD Secret security clearance.

Other Duties:

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Yes, Project Manager managing Submarine Escape and Rescue Support Team.

Work Environment:

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Excellent listening skills are essential. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

The typical workday is eight hours in length. Some flexibility in hours is allowed, with concurrence from the supervisor. Attendance at prescheduled mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by your contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.

Telework:

• Telework may be allowed up to 10%

Travel:

• Ability to travel CONUS; potential to travel OCONUS
• Travel up to 15% may be required.

Benefits and Additional Compensation:

KMS offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurances, flexible spending account, PTO, paid holidays, military leave, bereavement leave, 401k / retirement savings plan, professional development and tuition reimbursement, basic and voluntary life insurance / AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, voluntary AFLAC supplemental insurance products and employee assistance plan (EAP) program. Additionally, KMS offers employee referral bonuses and a discretionary annual bonus.

AAP/EEO Statement:

KMS Solutions provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.

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