Key skills
Shipyard Maintenance CoordinationTechnical Drawing InterpretationProject ManagementMaritime Regulatory KnowledgeMicrosoft Office ProficiencyUS PassportMarine Engineering DegreeLeadershipCommunication
About this role
V2X Inc is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support maintenance planning and repair execution for the USNS Howard O. Lorenzen. This role involves overseeing maintenance activities, coordinating shipyard work packages, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Responsibilities:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute shipyard repair and maintenance work packages supporting the mission equipment
- Oversee planned the program’s maintenance schedules, drydock availabilities, and repair planning for the mission equipment systems
- Develop technical repair specifications and work scopes for shipyard/industrial contractors
- Provide technical oversight of subcontractors, shipyards, and service technicians performing repair and maintenance work on the mission equipment
- Coordinate closely with the Ship Operations Manager, Mechanical Lead, and Engineering leadership to identify maintenance and industrial support requirements
- Prepare repair cost estimates and technical documentation for maintenance actions
- Track and report project status, technical progress, and repair completion milestones
- Serve as the technical liaison with government engineering and port engineers
- Ensure all repair documentation, completion certificates, and project closeout records are properly maintained
- Support the MSC Transportation Alterations (TRANSALTs) process, as required
- Travel OCONUS as needed to support shipyard availabilities and project execution
- Additional job duties as assigned
Requirements:
- Ability to pass a Mariner's Physical
- Experience supporting commercial or government vessel maintenance and repair operations
- Experience coordinating shipyard maintenance periods, repair availabilities, or drydock projects
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, engineering manuals, and system schematics
- Familiarity with maritime regulatory organizations such as ABS, USCG, or equivalent classification societies
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Outlook, Word)
- Must be able to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
- Must have a valid US Passport
- Active DoD Secret clearance
- Previous experience as a Port Engineer or Vessel Maintenance Manager
- Experience managing complex shipyard repair projects
- Background coordinating work with shipyards, industrial contractors, and marine engineering teams