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Ship Modernization Program Analyst

THOR Solutions
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Virginia, Norfolk
Aug 07, 2025
THOR Solutions is actively seeking a Program Analyst to support Ship Class Modernization efforts at the Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Atlantic (COMNAVSURFLANT) Maintenance and Engineering (N43) in Norfolk, VA. In this role, the candidate will provide expertise and services to support the maintenance, modernization, and engineering of surface vessels.

This position is associated with an upcoming contract that THOR is pursuing, with an estimated award/work start around the first week of September 2025. We are conducting preliminary, "contingent" hiring for roles associated with this contract. The work start is dependent upon THOR being awarded this contract.

Typical Responsibilities:
  • Monitor execution Fleet modernization during Continuous Maintenance Availabilities (CMAV) and Depot Maintenance (CNO) Availabilities.
  • Review, track, schedule and provide input to Type Desk on Availability Work Package (AWP) and other availability planning items including Maintenance and Modernization alterations to ensure the approved Work Packages and Maintenance and Modernization Business Plans accurately reflect all Planned Program and Fleet Modernization.
  • Analyze final Ship Change Document (SCD) Alteration completion data and provide report on initial Business Case Analysis (BCA) and final Return on Investment (ROI) projections to TDMs for assessing in future Availability planning.
  • Research and prepare Letters of Authorization (LOA) as governed by the Navy Modernization Process- Management Operations Manual (NMP-MOM) surface ship milestone chart and changes made from Program Objective Memorandums (POM), Ships Availability Planning sheets, Fleet Modernization Maintenance Program TMP-11 reports, NDE runs, and Entitlement Process (EP) tracking.
  • Track and coordinate D-Alts (TYCOM ALTS), Mandatory Safety Alts (MSA), and Machinery Alts during CMAVs and CNO Availabilities. Provide summary reports as requested by the Type Desk Officers. Maintain and update ship class Modernization Trackers.
  • Track and report to TDO on outside activities regarding status of: 1) Conducting modernization update Ship Installation Drawings (SID); 2) Conducting modernizations update ILS and EOSS/CSOSS; 3) Funding requirements (i.e., PARMS).
  • Participate in weekly and monthly status meetings and events including Execution and Planning Tactical meetings and Strategic Integrated Scheduling Reviews (SISR).
  • Research and analyze proposed modernization requirements to verify maturity, status, appropriate funding source, and duration as requested by the TDO. Report findings to the TDO.
  • Provide on-site subject matter expert response to in-person, telephone or e-mail inquiries or concerns regarding the oversight and management of ship class repair and modernization program.

Location: Onsite in Norfolk, VA.

Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel is anticipated, to CONUS and OCONUS locations, dependent upon customer requirements and schedule.

Typical Physical Activity: Primarily desk/computer work in an office environment. Periodic visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g., confined spaces, ladders, hatches), speaking or vision.

US Citizenship Required:Due to the requirements of the federal contract that this position supports, U.S. citizenship is required. Citizenship will be confirmed via I-9/E-Verify at the start of employment.

Existing Security Clearance Required:This position requires a DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must already possess an active or interim Secret security clearance.A candidate with especially strong, relevant experience but no active security clearance may still be considered, but work start would be dependent upon a new Secret clearance being awarded.

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
  • At least twenty (20) years of experience as military, civil service, or contractor (E-7 or GS-12 equivalent) with shipboard engineering and maintenance experience.
  • Five (5) years experience with ship design, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and testing of general shipboard HM&E systems and related equipment.
  • Five (5) years experience within last five (5) years of ship maintenance availability planning and execution of industrial work and repair functions supporting USN surface ship operation and/or maintenance.
  • Proficient with common productivity software, including the Microsoft Office suite.
  • Excellent communication skills.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:



  • Paid Time Off (accrued)
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
  • Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
  • Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
  • Vision Insurance Plan
  • Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Commuter/Transit Benefits
  • Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Pet Benefits
  • Legal Resources
  • ID Theft Benefits
  • Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
  • Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Referral Program


Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran's Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project and program management, business and financial management, technical support, integrated logistics support, training support, fleet support, corporate operations support, assessments and studies. THOR is privileged to deliver service solutions to the nation's most complex military, public sector and industry challenges.

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part the employment selection process, please contact us at recruiting@thorsolutions.us or (571) 215-0077.

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