AUKUS Technical Capability Analyst
KMS Solutions, LLCAUKUS Technical Capability Analyst Company Overview: KMS Solutions, LLC is a technical management / solutions company that specializes in engineering, analysis, and cyber security. Founded in 2005, KMS is a certified small business with nearly two decades of experience supporting the Department of Defense as well as many other departments and programs critical to our Nation’s security and well-being. KMS is a three-time winner of the USA Today Top Workplaces recognizing quality workplace cultures across the United States who put their employees first. Additionally, KMS has won multiple regional Top Workplaces awards and Culture Excellence Awards for Compensation & Benefits, Innovation, Leadership, Purpose & Values and Work-Life Flexibility. Position Summary The AUKUS Technical Capability Analyst provides programmatic, technical, and strategic support to the U.S. Navy’s AUKUS Program Office in support of the Technical Capabilities Directorate. Working across the trilateral AUKUS partnership between the United States, United Kingdom, and Australia, the analyst facilitates stakeholder coordination, technical collaboration, testing and evaluation activities, and program execution efforts supporting the development of Australian Technical Authority. The position supports a wide range of program management functions, including risk management, schedule development, budget tracking, strategic planning, acquisition support, executive-level communications, and coordination of engagements with government and industry partners. The successful candidate will contribute to the execution of one of the Department of Defense's highest-priority international submarine initiatives while supporting senior leadership decision-making and cross-organizational collaboration. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Provide direct programmatic support to the AUKUS Program Office and SSN-AUKUS Support (Phase 3) Directorate. Coordinate and facilitate collaboration among U.S., United Kingdom, and Australian government and industry stakeholders in support of SSN-AUKUS design efforts. Support knowledge-sharing and technical exchange activities between U.S. and U.K. submarine programs and associated organizations. Assist government leadership in the planning, execution, and monitoring of critical program objectives, milestones, and deliverables. Develop and maintain schedules, action-item trackers, briefing materials, reports, and other program management documentation. Support risk identification, assessment, mitigation planning, and reporting across program activities. Coordinate with U.S. Government stakeholders to ensure alignment of program objectives, technical requirements, and execution strategies. Assist in planning and preparation activities for testing and evaluation events conducted at U.S. Government facilities. Support decision-making processes related to long-lead material procurement and acquisition planning required for SSN-AUKUS construction efforts. Develop executive-level briefings, decision packages, white papers, and presentations for senior military and civilian leadership. Monitor program funding, budget execution activities, and resource allocation efforts. Provide technical and analytical support for strategic planning, program reviews, and cross-functional working groups. Coordinate meetings, technical exchanges, workshops, and international engagements, including agenda development, meeting facilitation, and action-item management. Conduct research, data analysis, and program assessments to support informed decision-making by government leadership. Ensure compliance with applicable Department of Defense, Department of the Navy, and program-specific policies and procedures. Required Education and Experience Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Five or more years of relevant government, military, defense-industry, acqu…