Navy Lessons Learned Analyst

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

KCG Engineering Group Inc (KCG) is a government contracting firm specializing in program support across multiple support areas for both military and civilian agencies. KCG has been in business for 20+ years in the government industry and has been voted one of the “Best Places to Work” for the past 7 years.

KCG is seeking a Navy Lessons Learned Analyst to join our team. (If for a proposal add: This position will be on-site work and is contingent upon award)

Responsibilities

Related activities to include, but not limited to:

• Deliver subject matter expertise to support the organization’s lessons-learned and knowledge-management program in accordance with applicable policies and guidance.
• Analyze operational reports, communications, and digital repositories to identify observations, trends, and best practices. Prepare concise summaries and enter validated content into the designated knowledge-management system.
• Participate in meetings, briefings, and training events to collect insights and document lessons learned from operational activities.
• Maintain accuracy and organization of entries within the lessons-learned system, ensuring proper validation, categorization, and content management.
• Develop and present training materials, system instruction, and program briefings tailored to command and unit requirements.
• Prepare trend analyses, summary reports, and tailored assessments to support leadership decision-making and operational planning.
• Provide relevant historical insights and best practices to planning teams and exercise groups. Capture new lessons learned during events and integrate them into the system.
• Support issue-resolution processes by coordinating with stakeholders, preparing materials, and tracking actions and points of contact.
• Identify issues or insights with broader applicability and coordinate dissemination to partner organizations or enterprise-level programs.
• Provide feedback on lessons-learned tools and collaboration platforms, including recommendations to enhance utilization and effectiveness.
• Deliver weekly or periodic updates summarizing lessons-learned activities, key issues, and ongoing program efforts.

Requirements:

• Minimum of six to ten years of naval military experience, including at least three years of experience in an operational level staff (numbered fleet command or higher)
• Working knowledge of the joint and Navy lessons learned programs, and fleet experimentation program
• Knowledge of U.S. Navy and joint administrative and operational command and control structures, command relationships, and interrelationships
• Knowledge of naval services warfare objectives, operations, concepts, and doctrine (e.g., joint publications and Naval Warfare Publications)
• Knowledge of naval war fighting priorities and capabilities, and familiarity with major weapons systems as applied to naval and joint operations
• Superior communications skills (oral and written), high degree of tact, diplomacy, sound judgement, and the ability to work closely with senior military and civilian personnel is required.
• Must be able to work independently and in a team environment, and maintain positive working relationships internal and external to the command.
• Expertise in the use of personal computers and application software
• Expertise in Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off