C3 Command Planner Estimator

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Job description

C3 Command Planner Estimator

Position Summary:

LCE is currently seeking an individual to support the Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) as C3 Command Planner Estimator in Suffolk, VA. As a Planner Estimator, you will be instrumental in developing a plan to define, create and implement sustainment, life cycle support and modernization for C3 Shore Commands.

About C3: Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) recently established a Command, Control, and Communications (C3) Shore Program Management (SPM) Office focused on providing sustainment, life cycle support and modernization to ensure site readiness for C3 shore commands Navy wide. The office is a new department within the NAVWAR Fleet and Logistics Support Directorate. C3 shore commands are onshore installations and facilities, serving as hubs for Navy C3 systems that provide global connectivity for the fleet. C3 systems are fundamental to all military operations, delivering the critical information necessary to plan, coordinate, and control forces and operations across the full range of the Department of Defense missions. The primary task is to develop and maintain approximately 31 class maintenance plans representing the configuration of each C3 Shore platform.

Clearance Requirement:

Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a DOD Secret security clearance.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

Perform site visit checks for actual site conditions.

Develop availability work packages.

Develop Integrated Availability Schedules using Microsoft Project.

Develop and manage Integrated Master Schedules utilizing MS Project.

Evaluate drawings, requirements and other paperwork to develop extensive cost estimates.

Utilize both Critical Path Method and Elaborative Scheduling Methods to develop a schedule.

Provide specialized expertise in evaluating risk, aligning capabilities to requirements, and executing the C3 process.

Develop and manage the Program Work Breakdown Structures, Contract Work Breakdown Structure and integrate Organizational Breakdown Structures.

Interpret repair and modernization Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) philosophy.

Develop, apply, and analyze performance measures.

Perform trend, budget, and resource capacity analyses including providing recommendations, and developing implementation plans.

Develop standardized cost estimating for class maintenance plans.

Develop estimates that meet customer requirements for schedule, scope of work and quality.

Attend meetings with senior management to clarify estimates.

Maintain historical cost records for future reference.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience:

Technical Training in a relevant C5ISR field

Fifteen (15) years of hands-on experience with "Task Specific Projects", to include three (3) of the following five (5) areas:

Systems Requirements

Operational Requirements

Data Analysis

Test & Evaluation

Training

Recognized expert who has demonstrated industry and/or public service leadership in Navy command, control and communication systems.

General knowledge of mechanical components (command, control and communications systems) disassembly, inspection, repair, restoration.

Knowledge of US Navy maintenance methodology.

Understanding of reliability principles.

Experience working for or with one of the three following echelon three command:

Carrier Planning Activity

Submarine Maintenance Engineering Planning

Procurement or Surface Maintenance Engineering Planning Program

Familiar with Navy Data Environment and Navy Maintenance Database.

Familiar with Model Based Product Support

Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access

Scheduler, or Scheduler Supervisor experience preferred.Experience with Oracle Primavera a plus

Physical Demands and Expectations:

Up to 30% travel

Regular physical activity includes walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, reaching, standing and prolonged sitting.

Ability to speak, read, hear and write, with or without assistance.

Ability to use phone and computer systems, copier, fax and other office equipment.

This position description represents a summary of the major components and requirements of the outlined job. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned or required as business needs dictate. Questions regarding this description should immediately be addressed to the department manager or to Human Resources.

LIFE CYCLE ENGINEERING

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) is a privately held, employee-owned company with an emphasis on "doing the right thing the right way", which applies to the way we treat our customers and employees. We are proud to have been recognized as a "Best Place to Work" for 17 years running! Learn more below and at .
Mission

Our mission is to enable people and organizations to achieve their full potential.

As a professional services organization, our mission is focused on our clients' people and organizations. It is our company's cornerstone belief that we will not lead the industry in assisting our clients unless we excel at helping our own people and teams reach their full potential.

Culture

Our corporate culture encourages personal and professional growth because LCE's success depends on the talent, innovation, professionalism, and commitment of its employees. LCE is a strengths-based organization focused on turning individual talents into strengths and then turning individual strengths into organizational performance that supports our clients' success.

Benefits

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision Plans for employees and their families

Free Employee Life and Disability Insurance, with supplemental coverage options available

Health Savings Account and Flexible Savings Account options

Company matched 401(k) & company-funded Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP)

Paid Vacation, Vacation, Sick Leave

Continuing Education and Professional Development programs at all levels

Flexible Schedules and Relaxed Dress Code

Employer-sponsored events, social collaboration, and open communication

Free access to an extensive online training library, including certification prep

Bonus Program for outstanding contributions, Employee Referral Program, numerous Recognition Opportunities, and more

Benefits may vary by business unit and location. (url removed)

Life Cycle Engineering (LCE) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that LCE take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, because of or on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation, and any other status protected by applicable state law. In addition, LCE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because such employee or applicant has inquired about, discussed, or disclosed the compensation of the employee or applicant or another employee or applicant. LCE shall also abide by the requirements of 29 CFR Part 471, Appendix A.

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