About this role
Job title: Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) - CVN Operational Effectiveness
About the Role The CVN Operational Effectiveness Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) will support U.S. Navy CVN programs across acquisition, sustainment, and readiness portfolios, leveraging deep CVN domain expertise to drive improvements.
What You'll Do
- Serve as Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting U.S. Navy PAE Maritime, Deputy PAE (CVN) across aircraft carrier acquisition, sustainment, and readiness portfolios
- Lead and manage multiple teams delivering management consulting services, including acquisition support, process improvement, and operational transformation for CVN programs
- Apply deep CVN domain expertise to align shipbuilding, lifecycle sustainment, maintenance (RCOH/availabilities), and fleet readiness priorities
- Execute business process improvement initiatives, including process mapping, gap analysis, KPIs, and performance metrics, to improve cost, schedule, and technical performance
- Advise on DoD/Navy acquisition lifecycle (DAS, PPBE) and governance processes; identify program risks and drive mitigation strategies
- Develop and deliver executive-level briefings to senior Navy leadership; communicate program performance, risks, and strategic recommendations
What We're Looking For
- An ACTIVE and MAINTAINED SECRET Federal or DoD security clearance
- Bachelor’s degree
- Minimum of SEVEN (7)+ years of experience in defense consulting, Navy acquisition, or operational support
- Direct experience with U.S. Navy air