Manning/Training Specialist

About INDUS

INDUS is a 100% employee-owned government services provider delivering engineering, IT, cybersecurity, program management, logistics, and data analytics solutions to federal customers.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do! We foster a culture of teamwork, support, and growth, investing in our employees from day one through mentorship, training, and professional development. Together, we deliver exceptional service to our customers and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

About the Role

The Manning/Training Specialist provides training program and manpower analysis support to a Navy federal customer, focusing on crew readiness aboard Nimitz-class and Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers. This role evaluates training requirements, personnel assignments, and manning levels to identify readiness gaps, recommend improvements, and support effective aircraft carrier operations.

This is a contingent position supporting anticipated program requirements.

What You'll Do

• Develop, implement, and evaluate CVN training programs, including long-range training plans, training needs assessments, and quarterly/yearly training assessments reported to command leadership.
• Analyze command-level course evaluations, training quotas, and crew training/procedure development to identify gaps and recommend improvements.
• Analyze military manning, allocation, placement, and assignment factors — including manpower requirements, budgeting, and
• Maintenance Phase Manning — to determine optimal crew sizing and total ship operating/support costs.
• Collect and analyze maintenance, training, and manning data (CSMP, CASREP, INSURV, OaRS, MFOM, DRRS-N, NDE) to produce statistical and graphical trend analyses for CVN readiness.
• Facilitate daily CVN readiness updates for internal/external stakeholders using Microsoft Office, and generate reports, dashboards, and presentations for Integrated Product Team meetings.
• Analyze the impact of ICAVs on Acquisition Workforce Programs and coordinate with CNAL/CNAP codes (primarily N1) to develop Carrier Readiness guidance.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications:

• An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• HS Diploma required. 
• Ten (10) years of experience providing developing, implementing, administering, and evaluating Navy training programs, including training needs assessments and long-range training planning for aircraft carriers, as well as military manning, allocation, placement, and assignment, including manpower requirements analysis and budgeting and cost implications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate technical findings both verbally and in writing to XO/CO-level personnel and senior Navy leadership.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Travel Required 10% travel required. 
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proficiency in Training and Education Report (ITERs) and Enlisted Manning Inquiry Report (EMIRS) systems.
• Fluent knowledge of Naval Aircraft Carrier references and standards per Naval Instructions.
• Three (3) years of experience comparing manning requirements across new vs. legacy CVN classes.
• Strong self-initiative and ability to multi-task in a dynamic, distributed team environment.
• Ability to brief senior-level Navy personnel and present training/manning status in leadership forums.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.

• The position requires physical activity, including prolonged standing, frequent walking, stooping, bending, crouching, climbing, and other movements necessary to perform assigned duties. Work may involve shop activities, inspections, and observing operations in industrial or similar environments, including aboard ships, submarines, or within weapons facilities.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected base pay range for this position is $85,000 – $95,000 per year. INDUS offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k) with employer match, and comprehensive health benefits. We also invest in employee growth through professional development funding, education reimbursement, and online learning opportunities. Employees may also be eligible for performance bonuses and other rewards.

Individual compensation is determined by job-related factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, education, certifications, and alignment with the position's requirements. INDUS also considers internal pay equity and industry benchmarks to support fair and competitive compensation.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.