The Organization:

Sierra Management and Technologies, Inc. Sierra Management and Technologies, Inc. (Sierra), provides unparalleled logistics and program management, cutting-edge software and IT system development, and innovative data science and analytics services to our Department of Defense clients as well as superior support to Government Contracting Facility Security Officers (FSO). As a disadvantaged, minority-owned, small business, we are committed to exceeding expectations and fostering excellence within our workforce. Sierra has a proud history of hiring veterans and encourages those who have served in the armed forces to apply. Sierra is an honored recipient of the following awards: HIRE Vets Medallion Award VETS Indexes Employer Award About the

Role:

The Readiness Program Analyst supports naval aviation mission requirements by analyzing readiness, maintenance, and logistics data to improve aircraft availability and inform program decisions. Supporting various PMAs, this role monitors daily readiness metrics, identifies drivers of degraded mission capability, and helps leadership balance cost, schedule, and performance across sustainment activities. This role is remote eligible, with in-person support preferred based on mission needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for monitoring and evaluating aircraft readiness metrics, aircraft availability, and degraded/mission-capable status. Analyzing BUNO-level maintenance and supply data, identifying trends and bottlenecks, and conducting root cause analysis on readiness issues such as supply delays, maintenance constraints, and component failures. Develops clear, decision-focused briefings and reports for leadership, translating complex material condition, maintenance cost, and schedule data into actionable insights. Supports coordination with internal stakeholders, depot activities, supply organizations, and engineering teams to improve aircraft turnaround times and readiness outcomes. What Makes a

Successful Candidate:

This position is ideal for candidates with strong analytical skills and experience interpreting readiness, maintenance, or logistics data in a mission-driven environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, communicate effectively across all levels of the chain of command, and translate complex data into actionable operational insights. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Must have:

Bachelor's degree in Data Analytics or a closely related field, or journey-level analytical capability 5+ years of experience in data analysis, process improvement, and readiness forecasting. Strong ability to analyze operational, maintenance, or logistics data and identify trends, risks, and root causes. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate up and down the chain of command, including delivering leadership briefings to O-6 and higher. Active Secret security clearance (or the ability to obtain and maintain one).

Telework Eligibility:

This role is remote eligible, with in-person support preferred based on mission needs. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship and be able to obtain a security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience evaluating maintenance workflows and supply chain interactions to identify waste or inefficiencies. Experience collaborating with engineering teams, maintenance personnel, and program leadership to develop targeted interventions. Familiarity working in a DoD compliance-heavy environment. Familiarity with Six Sigma and other continuous process improvement methods. Practical knowledge of naval aviation maintenance procedures, including the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP). Knowledge of naval aviation data systems, including DECKPLATE and AMSRR. Experience with dashboard development and Databricks. Experience developing leadership briefings and translating complex technical, maintenance, and cost data into clear executive-level products. Ability to assess cost, schedule, and performance trade-offs in support of sustainment and lifecycle planning What to expect in our process Apply by submitting a cover letter and resume for the position Interview with the Hiring Manager Reference checks and degree verification Offer We take care of our employees by providing the following benefits: Flexible work schedules and remote/hybrid opportunities (depending on the role) Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible spending account and health savings account options Dependent care flexible spending account Education reimbursement Voluntary insurance such as: short-term disability, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance 100% company-paid life + AD&D and long-term disability insurance Generous paid time off policy 11 paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions Employee assistance program Equal Opportunity Statement Building an inclusive, high-performing team that is diverse across lines of personal identity is integral to our success, and we are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. This means we do not discriminate against any job applicant or employee because of their race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment. E-Verify Statement This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the I-9 Form.