LEAD PRODUCTION MANAGER
Naval Sea Systems Command
Posted: April 3, 2026 (1 day ago)
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Naval Sea Systems Command
Department of the Navy
Location
Salary
$90,838 - $118,092
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Base salary range: $62,107 - $80,737
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-10. Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 years graduate study.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves managing the overhaul of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, including planning production schedules, reviewing contracts, and overseeing repairs to systems like propulsion and combat equipment.
A good fit would be someone with experience in shipbuilding or repair projects who is detail-oriented and skilled at coordinating teams to keep complex timelines and budgets on track.
It's ideal for those who enjoy problem-solving in a high-stakes naval environment.
This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer.
Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer.
Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. You will serve as a PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (SHIPS) for CVN-68 Class RCOH Program Office.
Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-11 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector coordinating nuclear propulsion plant production planning, scheduling and contract review to support the execution of a nuclear ship repair or overhaul project.
1152 Classification Standards: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/classifying-general-schedule-positions/standards/1100/gs1152.pdf Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:
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