Mine Warfare Subject Matter Expert

Technical Systems Integration, Inc. is seeking an Operations Support Specialist to serve as a Mine Warfare Subject Matter Expert supporting critical mine warfare programs at Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division (NSWC PCD) in Panama City, Florida. This position provides technical analysis, operational planning, and programmatic support for mine warfare systems, including the Mine Warfare Environmental Decision Aids Library (MEDAL), Navy Surface Assessment Model (NSAM), and Mine Warfare Integrated Synthetic Trainer (MIST) programs. The Operations Support Specialist will support systems engineering, requirements management, and operational analysis activities that directly enhance warfighter capabilities and fleet readiness in mine countermeasures operations.

Mine Warfare Systems Analysis & Technical Support

* Provide subject matter expertise and technical analysis for mine warfare systems, including MEDAL, NSAM, MIST, Mine Forward Platform (MFP), and Mine Navigation Trainer (MNT)

* Support systems engineering and requirements management activities for NSWC PCD mine warfare programs

* Analyze mine warfare operational concepts, tactics, and employment strategies to inform system development

* Evaluate system performance, capabilities, and limitations in mine detection, classification, and neutralization operations

* Support technical assessments of mine countermeasures systems and unmanned maritime systems

* Interface with fleet operators, program managers, and engineering teams to understand operational requirements

Operational Planning & Warfighter Readiness Support

* Support Wartime Acquisition Readiness Planning (WARP) and Wartime Acquisition Support Planning (WASP) initiatives

* Participate in analysis activities, tabletop exercises, and planning efforts supporting contested logistics operations

* Analyze operational scenarios focusing on the Five Rs: Repair, Rearm, Resupply, Refuel, and Revive

* Develop plans to provide additional material capabilities to meet high-demand or surge requirements during crises and contingency operations

* Identify actionable metrics that inform resourcing and Science & Technology investment decisions to enhance agility and speed

* Support operational readiness assessments and fleet capability gap analysis

Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)

* Conduct or support Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for mine warfare systems

* Utilize fault logic tree methodologies to analyze system failure modes and operational impacts

* Assess criticality of system components and subsystems to mission success

* Provide recommendations for reliability improvements and risk mitigation strategies

* Support Level of Repair Analysis (LORA) to determine cost-effective maintenance levels for repairs and replacements

* Collaborate with engineers and logisticians on reliability and maintainability assessments

Programmatic Support & Documentation

* Maintain program schedules and track program milestones for assigned mine warfare systems

* Prepare and update program plans, including Risk Management Plans, Configuration Management Plans, and Process Improvement Plans

* Review program documents, including technical specifications, requirements documents, and operational procedures

* Attend In-Progress Reviews (IPRs), Quarterly Program Reviews (QPRs), and program management meetings

* Prepare briefing packages, presentation materials, and executive summaries for Government leadership

* Produce meeting minutes, action item tracking, and status reports for program activities

Stakeholder Coordination & Requirements Management

* Coordinate with Mine Warfare Training Center (MWTC), Aviation Detachment (AvDet), and fleet operators

* Support Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings and working groups for mine warfare programs

* Interface with Government program managers, contracting officers, and technical representatives

* Translate operational requirements into technical specifications and system requirements

* Support requirements validation and verification activities throughout the system development lifecycle

* Facilitate communication between operational users and technical development teams

Education:

* Bachelor's degree in Operations Research, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical field

Experience:

* No required professional experience (entry-level position with strong academic foundation)

* Knowledge of operations research methods, systems analysis, or operational planning (can be academic or internship experience)

* Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capabilities

* Understanding of military operations, defense systems, or naval warfare (preferred)

Required Skills & Competencies:

* Prior military service (Navy, Coast Guard, or other services) with mine warfare or operational experience
* Internship or cooperative education experience supporting defense programs or Navy operations
* Academic research or projects related to naval operations, mine warfare, or defense systems

* Strong analytical skills and ability to conduct technical and operational analysis

* Proficiency with analytical methods, including process modeling, data analysis, and requirements analysis

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder briefings

* Ability to prepare professional briefing packages, reports, and presentation materials

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio) for analysis and documentation

* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

* Capability to work independently and collaboratively in team environments

* Quick learner with the ability to rapidly acquire domain knowledge in mine warfare operations

* Detail-oriented approach with commitment to producing accurate analysis and documentation

* Security Clearance: SECRET clearance required (or ability to obtain)

* Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required