Program Analyst NOA ESS

Job Description

Salary: $75 to $119k

General Position Description:

Mission Focused Systems Inc. (MFS) is looking for a self-motivated Program Analysts to provide technical and analytical support for coordinating testing and installation events in support of NAVWAR's AI pillar. This role requires direct engagement with warfighter end-users, fleet stakeholders, and development teams to facilitate the seamless deployment and integration of advanced software and hardware systems across afloat, shore, and submarine platforms. The selected candidate will play a critical role in ensuring mission readiness by managing installation requirements, analyzing deployment challenges, and improving operational processes to enhance maritime command and control (C2) capabilities.

Job Responsibilities:

Testing & Installation Coordination: Oversee and manage the planning, execution, and assessment of software and hardware installations, ensuring alignment with operational needs and mission requirements.

User & Fleet Engagement: Collaborate directly with fleet users, operational teams, and leadership to identify system gaps, collect feedback, and implement solutions to improve tool performance.

Technical Documentation Development: Prepare, maintain, and update installation policies, process documentation, and training materials for integration into Navy warfighting systems.

Process Execution & Compliance: Ensure adherence to NAVSEA, OPNAV, and Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual guidelines governing the installation and integration of Programs of Record (POR) and non-POR systems.

Risk & Vulnerability Assessment: Work closely with cybersecurity teams to evaluate system vulnerabilities, track remediation efforts, and enhance installation security compliance.

Software & Systems Integration: Provide technical recommendations to developers to improve compatibility, usability, and operational effectiveness of fleet-deployed systems.

Performance Tracking & Metrics: Monitor installation effectiveness, user adoption, and mission impact, ensuring continuous improvement in system performance.

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of experience supporting hardware/software installation, testing, or systems integration on DoD/Navy platforms.

Knowledge of Navy systems and processes, including installation planning, testing coordination, and technical documentation development.

Familiarity with Navy Installation Process Handbooks, NAVSEA Technical Specifications, OPNAV instructions, and Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual.

Ability to coordinate with Warfighter Development Centers (WDCs), tool developers, and senior advisory leads to ensure tools meet operational needs.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills for managing installation timelines, testing schedules, and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred: Understanding of systems engineering, cybersecurity compliance, and DevSecOps principles as they relate to fleet operations.

Education & Certification Requirements:

Bachelors Degree in a STEM field, Business, or a related discipline.

Citizenship & Clearance Requirements:

US Citizenship required; Active Secret clearance required; TS SCI clearance preferred

Location:

San Diego, CA

Travel Anticipated:

Less than 5%

Timing:

MFS anticipates a start date of: immediately

MFS Inc., a Veteran-Owned Small Business,provides full spectrum systems and systems-of-systems engineering and integration services and solutions for space, C4ISR, cyber and enterprise information systems. We strive to deliver expert-level systems engineering and technology integration services at affordable rates so mission, capability and user success are the #1 priority.

MFS Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Work authorization: United States (Required)

Full-time