Defueling Functional Area Planner (FAP)

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and refine Nuclear and Defueling Availability Work Package (AWP) inputs for INACT execution.

• Conduct detailed AWP reviews to ensure work items are prioritized, complete, and aligned to SWLIN requirements.

• Coordinate with SUPSHIPNN, NAVSEA 08, and INACT project teams on technical instruction reconciliation and contract alignment.

• Analyze Cost Data Sheets, service algorithms, and contract inputs to support planning accuracy and execution feasibility.

• Review and assess shipbuilder CDRL submittals for completeness and contractual compliance.

• Participate in Nuclear IPT and interface meetings; translate outputs into executable AWP actions.

• Develop Technical Advisory Reports (TARs) and planning inputs supporting advanced execution strategies.

• Coordinate defueling-phase radiological sequencing with Nuclear FAP; flag conflicts to Program Director.

• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership to support Statement of Work requirements.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• 10+ years aircraft carrier maintenance, operations, shipbuilding, or repair experience

• Direct experience with nuclear or defueling planning, execution, or oversight

Preferred Qualifications

• Project or Program Management experience

• Former US Navy CPO, CWO, or LDO

• Experience with SUPSHIP, NAVSEA 08, NSWC/NUWC, RMC, or TYCOM environments

Core Competencies

• Nuclear planning rigor and compliance discipline

• Contract interpretation and execution alignment

• Stakeholder coordination across Government and shipbuilder organizations

• Analytical problem-solving under schedule pressure

Tools / Systems

• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Cost and schedule analysis tools (program-specific)

Work Environment

• Onsite: Newport News Shipbuilding / SUPSHIP NN

• High-tempo shipyard and program office coordination environment

Additional Requirements: Secret Clearance