Surface Navy Program Manager

Job Type

Full-time, Contract

Description

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Prevailance is seeking a highly experienced Program Manager to lead and manage operations, maintenance, and training programs for U.S. Navy Surface Ships. This senior-level role requires exceptional leadership, in-depth technical knowledge, and a strong understanding of Navy procedures, policies, and readiness requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic leadership and oversight for shipboard maintenance and operations projects, ensuring alignment with DoD regulations and policies

Apply expertise in Navy surface ship engineering, combat systems, and specifications to meet program objectives

Oversee implementation of the Surface Force Training and Readiness Manual (SFTRM), particularly readiness evaluations and the Optimum Fleet Response Plan (OFRP)

Lead the preparation and execution of INSURV inspections, including understanding of the associated guides, schedules, and deliverables

Manage programs related to Material Maintenance Management (3M), the Planned Maintenance System (PMS), and the Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM)

Deliver high-level briefings and effectively communicate program goals and results to Fleet leadership

Travel up to 50% of the time, including onboard U.S. Naval vessels for multi-day operations Requirements

Qualifications:

Minimum of 21 years of U.S. Navy service with demonstrated experience in shipboard maintenance, operations, and leadership

Former Commanding Officer of a U.S. Navy surface ship

Recent (within the last 5 years) experience with Fleet leadership, maintenance policies, and readiness evaluations

Working knowledge of:

Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements

SFTRM Chapter 6 governing Readiness Evaluations

INSURV publications, including Master Event Lists and Workbook deliverables

Optimum Fleet Response Plan (OFRP)

3M and PMS systems

Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM) scoring and EOC definitions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Physically capable of climbing pilot ladders and staying aboard U.S. Naval vessels for consecutive days underway Strongly Desired:

25 years of Navy Surface Warfare experience

Experience as a Major Commanding Officer of a surface ship

Experience as a Senior Inspector for the U.S. Navy Board of Inspection and Survey (INSURV)

Experience with Pre-INSURV preparations as an inspector for Afloat Training Group or TYCOM staff

Proficiency in SharePoint Education:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Security Clearance:

Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance

Why Join Us? This role offers the opportunity to apply your extensive naval experience to a critical leadership position, directly supporting Fleet readiness and operational excellence.

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.

Salary Description

$85,000 - $125,000