Topside, Combat, ALRE Functional Area Planner

Newport News, VA

Compensation

$76,000 $96,000 per year

Posted: June 22, 2026

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and refine TS/CS/ALRE Availability Work Package (AWP) inputs for INACT execution.

  • Conduct detailed AWP reviews to validate scope, prioritization, and SWLIN alignment.

  • Coordinate with SUPSHIPNN and PMS 368 on technical instruction reconciliation and contract support.

  • Review shipbuilder CDRL submittals for topside, combat systems, and ALRE scope.

  • Participate in SHIP IPT and interface meetings to translate requirements into executable work.

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

  • Analyze Cost Data Sheets and contract inputs to ensure planning accuracy.

  • Support INACT MPM coordination and execution alignment across stakeholders.

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

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  • 10+ years aircraft carrier topside, combat systems, ALRE, or shipyard experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Project or Program Management experience

  • Former US Navy CPO, CWO, or LDO

  • Direct experience with TS/CS/ALRE systems

  • Experience with SUPSHIP, NSWC/NUWC, RMC, or TYCOM

Core Competencies

  • Combat systems / topside / ALRE integration knowledge

  • Work package development and validation

  • Cross-functional coordination in acquisition and execution environments

  • Analytical problem-solving

Tools / Systems

  • Microsoft Office Suite

  • Program cost and schedule tools

  • Work Environment

  • Onsite: Newport News Shipyard / SUPSHIP NN

  • High-coordination, multi-stakeholder execution environment

Security Clearance: Secret Clearance Required

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Military Experience

10+ years aircraft carrier topside, combat systems, ALRE, or shipyard experience Former US Navy CPO, CWO, or LDO

About Phoenix Group of Virginia

Phoenix Group of Virginia is a professional services company currently working for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, U.S. Coast Guard, NATO and the U.S. Air Force. Our core competencies include program and project management, logistics, operations analysis and experimentation and asset management services. We were founded in 2008 and since our establishment we have been providing cutting edge solutions and support to the warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on shipbuilding acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs.
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