Mission Systems Action Officer

Mission Systems Action Officer

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 three-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, KMS has won multiple regional Top Workplaces awards and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility.

Summary 

The Phase 2 Mission Systems Action Officer will provide support to the DRPM Submarine AUKUS Integration & Acquisition (I&A) Program Office. Responsibilities will include strategic planning and coordination of program-wide execution activities, correspondence management, supporting development of integrated plans, event/travel coordination, supporting fleet and supporting establishment (including inter-agency) integration with the AUKUS program, and facilitating integrated schedule and risk analysis.

Essential Functions

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

• Support strategic planning efforts for Phase 2 Mission Systems, including development, integration, and synchronization of program-wide execution activities.
• Coordinate and track action items, program initiatives, and cross‑functional tasks in support of the AUKUS I&A Program Office.
• Prepare, manage, and route official correspondence, reports, briefs, and decision documents across DRPM Submarines, fleet stakeholders, resource sponsors, and inter‑agency partners.
• Develop, maintain, and refine integrated program plans, including execution roadmaps, schedules, and risk management artifacts.
• Facilitate integrated schedule reviews and risk analysis efforts by collecting data, analyzing impacts, and preparing summary assessments for leadership.
• Plan, coordinate, and support meeting, event, and travel logistics for domestic and international engagements with Navy, DoW, partner nation, and industry stakeholders.
• Support fleet, partner nation, and interagency integration by coordinating tasking, gathering operational inputs, and ensuring alignment with AUKUS program objectives.
• Engage with international partners and foreign military representatives to assist with coordination, requirements integration, and communication of program activities, within security and policy constraints.
• Monitor execution across mission systems areas; identify issues, risks, and gaps; and recommend mitigation strategies and corrective actions.
• Prepare and deliver presentation materials, updates, trackers, and briefing products to enable informed decision‑making by leadership.
• Collaborate with DRPM Submarines, TYCOMs, PAEs, industry partners, and inter‑agency organizations to align activities, ensure effective communication, and maintain program cohesion.
• Maintain awareness of submarine operations, maintenance concepts, and nuclear‑powered warship support considerations to inform program planning and execution.
• Ability to work on-site at KMS HQ in Alexandria, VA up to full time with frequent local travel to the WNYD based upon the needs of the client. 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• 5+ years of government or military related experience.
• Service onboard a US nuclear-powered warship, experience working in NAVSEA, Team Submarine, Undersea Warfare Center, or similar experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Experience with US Navy submarine operations and maintenance.
• Experience with in-service support to nuclear powered Warships.
• Experience supporting a NAVSEA/Team Submarine acquisition program office. Experience/knowledge of Navy acquisition program office organizations and processes.
• Experience working with international partners or with foreign military sales.

Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook software.
• Ability to analyze complex organizational and programmatic issues and develop actionable solutions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as presentation skills; including the ability to prepare professional reports, briefs, and presentations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency drafting and editing correspondence, documents, briefings, instructions, policies in accordance with the Navy Correspondence Manual and style guides. 
• High comfort level working with and around all military/organizational levels, clients, customers, suppliers, and visitors.
• Must be highly reliable and demonstrate personal initiative to operate in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Demonstrate ability to be a team player; works well with others; contributes positively to work/team environment and continually seeks ways to enhance contribution to the team.
• Handles differing situations, problems, and deviations in the work office according to general instructions, priorities, duties, policies and program goals. 
• Experience performing analytical tasks such as data collection, data analysis, process evaluation, and development of recommendations for organizational improvement.

Additional Eligibility Requirements

Work Authorization/Security Clearance Requirement 

• This position requires the ability to obtain and/or maintain a DoD Security Clearance and required access to all worksite locations. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout employment. 
• Current Final DoD SECRET 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:

None

Work Environment:

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

This position will require occasional visits to and tours on US and Allied nation warships including submarines at naval base and shipyard environments.

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 and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must be able board naval vessels, climb stairs, and ladders. Must be able to lift up to light/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 mandatory meetings is required. Must be available during the core work hours as determined by the contract/location and must account for the required number of hours in a pay period to maintain Full-time status.

Telework:

• Ability to work on-site at KMS HQ in Alexandria, VA up to full time with frequent local travel to the WNYD based upon the needs of the client. Some remote work may be available (up to 40%).
• Subject to change based on business needs and customer requirements.

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 packaging 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 is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and maintains an Affirmative Action Program. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants or employees needing a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

KMS Solutions is a drug free workplace.

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