MK 41 VLS Program Analyst, Associate Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation's most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future. Precise Systems is seeking an entry-level Program Analyst to support the MK 41 Vertical Launching System (VLS) program at Naval Surface Warfare Center Port Hueneme Division (NSWC PHD). This full-time, in-office position provides VLS logistics, technical and programmatic support in execution of the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) tasking across the various U.S. Navy (USN) and Foreign Military Sale (FMS) project portfolios. This role is critical in aligning engineering, test, and logistics activities with program objectives to sustain fleet readiness and increase combat system capabilities.
Duties:
Programmatic & Event Support: Assist in managing and executing ISEA tasking across the MK 41 VLS USN and FMS portfolios, actively participating in working groups, Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), and program & financial reviews
Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate daily across engineering, test, and logistics teams to coordinate multi-disciplinary schedules and ensure all activities align with project & program milestones
Fleet Readiness Monitoring: Track critical project deliverables and technical timelines that directly impact the operational readiness and combat capability upgrades for USN and FMS navies
Meeting & Action Tracking: Administer project meetings, conferences, and fleet symposiums by preparing high-quality presentation materials, drafting official meeting minutes, and tracking action items through resolution
Reporting & Documentation: Compile comprehensive program management status reports for Navy stakeholders while maintaining precise, organized, and up to date project documentation
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Business, International Relations, Engineering, Logistics, or a related field
Required Experience: 0-2 years' experience in project coordination, analysis, or program support
Skills:- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse technical and logistics teams
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well-being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.
We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program. Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $56,028.12 to $80,042.55 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems' total compensation package.
Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.
Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law.
