Advisory Ship Control Systems Analyst

Overview

At FTI, we are united by one common mission; supporting those that protect our nation so they can make the best-informed decisions during critical moments when seconds count. We want you to bring your passion and expertise to contribute to that essential mission.  We strive to incorporate our values to create a culture of collaboration and trust, where you can share your ideas and innovate.  If you are inspired by making a positive impact through developing data driven solutions, FTI would appreciate the opportunity to learn more about you. 

We are seeking an experienced Advisory Ship Control Systems Analyst to support Naval Sea Systems Command (SEA 21/PMS 443), Surface Ship Sustainment, Ship Control System Program.  In this role, you will provide subject matter expertise to analyze a broad range of issues, deliver innovative solutions, and provide strategic assessments to influence senior Navy civilian and military decision makers.  In addition, you will provide overall program and contract management of FTI’s project team. 

**While there is some work from home flexibility, you must be located within a commutable distance and be able to report to the customer site at the Washington Navy Yard, as needed.**

Responsibilities

• Provide subject matter expertise in the planning and execution of the Surface Ship Sustainment, Ship Control System Program.
  • Ability to analyze financial documents and discern discrepancies
  • Ability to analyze ship availability schedules and interpret key milestones
  • Ability to communicate across a multi-function, multi-role, and multiple organizations
  • Understanding of risk management as it pertains to schedule, cost, and obsolescence
• Ensure customer requirements and objectives are met and keep leadership informed of key issues that may impact the project or other results.
  • Working or growing knowledge of SharePoint Systems and Microsoft Teams
  • Working or growing knowledge for Power Query, Power Automate, Power Bi Systems
  • Use of pivot tables in Microsoft Excel
  • Generation of graphics and charts for PowerPoint Presentations
  • Use of Microsoft Planner and List
  • Ability to compile information and data sources to draw a complete financial picture of allocation, cost expenditures, and spend plans from multiple sources of information
• Provide engineering subject matter expertise, and technical, and managerial direction for problem definition, analysis, requirement development and implementation of Ship Control Systems to support Navy surface warships.
• Make recommendations and advise clients on system development, improvements, optimization, and support efforts for both hardware and software in support of future fielded systems and system updates.
• Provide subject matter expertise on acquisition projects, system sustainment, modernization, and lifecycle costs.
• Develop and lead a team of engineers and analysts to meet or exceed customer requirements.

Education/Qualifications

Required:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess an active U.S. Dept. of Defense Secret clearance.
• Bachelor’s Degree.
  • Work equivalent of 5 additional years of professional experience will be considered.
• 5-7 years of experience, including 5 years of government support.
• Fluent in use of MS Office Tools, including Outlook and Sharepoint
• Knowledge of ship/bridge systems, procedures, and operations.
• Must be able to obtain / maintain access to:
  • NDE
    • Afloat Master Planning System
    • Navy Modernization. NET
  • NEPS for PARM /Funding for PMS 443
  • ISEE
    • PMS 443
    • NSWCPD SCS
  • ADVANA/ JUPITER/ FOUNDRY
  • Flankspeed SharePoint
• Must be within a commutable distance and be able to report to the customer site at the Washington Navy Yard as needed, and sometimes on short notice.

Preferred:

• Questioning / inquisitive attitude
• Basic mathematics skills and the use of excel formulas
• Problem solving and ability to advise on the solution
• Calm and professional demeanor during high stress and fast-moving situations
• Ability to present challenges and roadblocks to high level customers with potential courses of action
• Proficient concise and complete verbal, written communication skills, and presentation skills up and down the chain of command

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