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Job Title: IT Business Analyst – Aviation (Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN)
No. of Positions: 1
Nature of Job: Full time
About the Company:
We design and market "FieldLogs," an open Cloud, Mobile and Wearable platform used to digitize a wide set of enterprise technician-driven processes (Aviation, Oil&Gas, Asset Management, etc.). We are an SME based in Paris, France, India (Virtual) and Minneapolis, USA with mostly large international clients.
Our high-tech innovation in modern technologies is what makes us win. We are experiencing rapid growth internationally (USA, Europe, and IN). See us at our product, an open Cloud, Mobile, and Wearable platform, we create innovative software solutions, providing technological and analytical services. Our advanced technology (Integration of ATA2200/iSpec2200/S1000D) in Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul contributed to our strong international growth and establishing collaborations with the biggest aircraft maintenance companies all over the world.
To support our continued expansion, we are seeking an IT-focused Business Analyst / Management Information Systems (MIS) professional to join our growing team in Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN.
The Role :
As an IT Business Analyst, you will play a key role in bridging operational requirements with FieldLogs' technical capabilities. You will work closely with customers, product, and engineering teams to ensure successful implementation, integration, and adoption of our platform.
This position requires strong analytical skills, system understanding, and the ability to translate complex business processes into structured technical specifications within aviation and field operations environments.
Key Responsibilities :
- Gather, analyze, and document business and system requirements
- Translate operational workflows into functional and technical specifications
- Support system integration activities, including API coordination and data mapping
- Ensure alignment between customer enterprise systems and the FieldLogs platform
- Contribute to implementation projects from requirements definition through deployment
- Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering to clarify technical requirements
- Support testing phases (UAT), validation, and go-live preparation
- Prepare documentation including functional specifications and integration documentation
- Participate in client workshops, solution discussions, and pre-sales scoping when needed
Qualifications :
- Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- 3–5 years of experience in IT Business Analysis, MIS, or SaaS implementation environments
- Strong understanding of enterprise system integration, API interoperability, and data mapping
- Experience translating business requirements into structured system documentation
- Exposure to Aviation, MRO, or technician-driven operational environments is a strong advantage
- Ability to collaborate across international and cross-functional teams
- Strong analytical mindset and structured problem-solving skills
- Valid authorization to work in the United States
We offer a competitive compensation package depending on your profile. You will have a unique opportunity of being part of a young and fast-growing team where you can make your mark. This may include taking over and growing our service delivery for a marquee customer depending on your experience, skills, and drive. Compensation to be commensurate to your experience.
Location:
Minneapolis–Saint Paul (MN) preferred.
Occasional travel to client sites may be required, with up to 25% travel expected.
Contact :
Trekea is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster global diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Trekea are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Why Join ABM Equipment?
Since 1980, ABM Equipment has been a trusted Midwest leader in hydraulic truck equipment products and custom solutions serving the utility, construction, and municipal industries. Our commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and customer service has fueled record‑breaking growth — and we’re just getting started.
As a key member of our senior leadership team, you’ll help shape the next chapter of our operational excellence and expansion. You’ll join a collaborative, hands‑on environment where your ideas are valued, your impact is visible, and your leadership directly contributes to the success of our people, our customers, and our business.
Overview
Serve as a catalyst between sales, engineering and production (both internal and third party vendors). Ensuring timeliness and quality of new equipment builds, service requests and parts fulfillment. Pivotal in developing enhanced protocols to improve efficiency and quality.
- Lead all production operations across multiple locations —both in‑house and outsourced—ensuring projects, Highway builds, and complex custom work is delivered accurately, efficiently, and on schedule.
- Develop, coach, and manage a high‑performing operations team, shaping department structure, procedures, and workflows that support business objectives and continuous improvement.
- Set and execute short‑ and long‑range operational goals, policies, KPIs, and reporting that give leadership clear visibility into performance, profitability, and ROI.
- Oversee purchasing, procurement, and vendor relationships to ensure cost‑effective sourcing, accurate fulfillment, and exceptional customer service.
- Champion a culture of safety, training, and employee development, coordinating ongoing learning programs and enhancing safety protocols across all production environments.
- Manage customer service escalations related to installations, parts, sales, and warranty claims while maintaining strong relationships with customers, suppliers, and third‑party builders.
- Evaluate and support facility needs, including satellite location oversight, expansion planning, and cost‑saving initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and inventory management.
- Provide financial ownership of Operations department by monitoring budgets, job costing and performance metrics to maximize profitability.
Requirements
- Business-related undergraduate degree highly preferred
- Minimum of three years of experience building, managing, and leading a team of direct reports, including implementation of operational improvements
- Minimum of five years of relevant experience within a dealer/distributor, trucking, or manufacturing environment preferred. Several years of operational oversight is required.
- Experience in a proven strategic capacity is a must
- Specific experience with NetSuite is a distinct plus
- Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) experience desired
- Ability to travel occasionally
Compensation Package
- Base salary DOE plus bonus with competitive benefits offering
Position: CAD Technician
Compensation: $ 25 - 27 /hour, depending on experience
Location: Bloomington, Minnesota
Inceed has partnered with a great company to help find a skilled CAD Technician to join their team!
Join a dynamic team in a leading engineering firm focused on power grid infrastructure projects. This opportunity offers a chance to grow within the engineering design career path, starting with a role that supports critical infrastructure projects. The position is open due to expansion and the need to enhance the reliability and security of the power grid.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
- Provide drafting and CAD support for electrical projects
- Develop drawings and documentation for engineering design deliverables
- Update existing drawings and create new documentation
- Utilize Autodesk-based tools, including AutoCAD, Inventor, and Revit
- Collaborate with engineers and designers on technical drawings
- Assist in improving reliability, security, and expansion of the power grid
- Support documentation updates and design revisions
- Assist with continuous drafting detail improvement efforts
Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Experience with CAD software, ideally AutoCAD, Revit, or Inventor
- Drafting background from education or professional experience
- Strong understanding of CAD software functions
- Interest in engineering design and electrical infrastructure
- High School Diploma/GED and college coursework in drafting technology
- Minimum 1 year relevant experience
- AutoCAD experience required
Nice to Have Skills & Experience:
- Exposure to other CAD platforms or MicroStation
- Specialized CAD certification preferred
- Electrical design or drafting coursework
Perks & Benefits:
- 3 different medical health insurance plans, dental, and vision insurance
- Voluntary and Long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off, 401k, and holiday pay
- Weekly direct deposit or pay card deposit
Other Information:
- Collaborative and team-oriented office environment
- Flexible schedule outside of core hours
- Eligible for 9/80 schedule (every other Friday off)
- Opportunity for growth into Electrical Designer roles
- Company values camaraderie and teamwork
If you are interested in learning more about the CAD Technician opportunity, please submit your resume for consideration. Our client is unable to provide sponsorship at this time.
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Inceed is an equal opportunity employer. Inceed prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading the development, optimization, validation, and sustainment of manufacturing processes for regulated medical devices. This role partners closely with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Supply Chain, and Production departments to ensure safe, compliant, and cost-effective manufacturing throughout the product lifecycle. The role works collaboratively to verify product performance, validate manufacturing processes, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
This position is based in our office in Eden Prairie, MN. Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship are not available.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Execute the design, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for new and existing medical devices.
- Participate in design changes, product updates, and sustaining engineering projects, ensuring continued compliance and performance.
- Support product transfer from R&D to manufacturing (NPI, scale-up, and commercialization).
- Identify and implement process improvements to improve yield, quality, safety, and throughput
- Guide supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing performance management
- Apply SPC, capability studies, and data analysis to monitor and improve process performance
- Plan, execute, and document process validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) in accordance with regulatory and quality system requirements.
- Execute standardization of manufacturing processes and workstations
- Support CAPA, NCMR, deviation investigations, and risk assessments (FMEA, pFMEA)
- Support capacity planning and equipment selection for growth
- Execute characterization studies to understand critical process parameters and establish process limits.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison between internal engineering and contract manufacturers for process improvements, troubleshooting, and change management.
- Create and execute test protocols, analyze data, and write test reports for design verification.
- Ensure compliance with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Operational Excellence initiatives.
- Translate product requirements and design specifications into robust manufacturing processes.
- Define and implement process controls to ensure consistent product quality and compliance.
- Perform failure mode and effects analysis for both design and manufacturing.
- Define verification methods (inspection, analysis, testing, or demonstration) to ensure traceability to design inputs.
- Calibrate, preventively maintain, and keep records of equipment and tools.
- Ensure the company’s manufacturing processes are compliant with all required regulations.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance, repairs, and calibrations to minimize downtime.
- Provide remote and on-site technical training or guidance to Contract Manufacturers and production personnel as needed.
- Create and execute test protocols, analyze data, and write test reports for design verification.
- Design or specify tooling, fixtures, and test equipment required for production processes.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Biomedical, or related Engineering discipline.
- 5+ years of experience in medical device product development, verification & validation, or process/manufacturing engineering.
- Proven experience with process validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) and statistical tools (SPC, DOE, GR&R).
- Proficient with CAD and fixture design.
- Familiarity with risk management (PFMEA, DFMEA) and process controls.
- Excellent verbal, written communication, especially with development and quality teams.
- Demonstrated business acumen with the proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.
- Early stage/start up experience strongly preferred.
- 3:30 PM Responsibilities: Assemble mechanical components, frames, fixtures, subassemblies, and robotic systems according to engineering drawings and build documentation.
Perform precision alignment of mechanical parts such as actuators, slides, sensors, and tooling.
Install pneumatic systems, tubing, valves, and fittings.
Wire control panels, sensors, motors, and power systems following electrical schematics.
Route cables and harnesses for neat, serviceable installations.
Assist controls engineers with I/O checkout, machine debugging, and troubleshooting.
Support mechanical dry runs, functional testing, and system verification.
Identify issues during startup and collaborate with engineering to resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, or programming problems.
Perform basic robot or PLC adjustments under guidance from controls engineers.
Maintain accurate build notes, redlines, and change feedback for engineering updates.
Follow standard work procedures, safety guidelines, and quality processes.
Suggest improvements in machine design, build methods, and component selection.
Work closely with mechanical designers, controls engineers, project managers, and manufacturing teams.
Support field installation, commissioning, or service visits as required.
Requirements: At least 1 year experience with automated machinery, robotics, or custom equipment builds.
Technical diploma or equivalent experience in automation, mechatronics, machine building, or industrial maintenance.
Strong understanding of mechanical assembly, pneumatics, and basic electrical wiring.
Ability to read mechanical drawings, electrical schematics, and pneumatic diagrams.
Experience using hand tools, measurement tools, and shop equipment.
Preferred Skills: Experience with automated machinery, robotics, or custom equipment builds.
Familiarity with PLCs, HMIs, and robotic systems (e.g., FANUC, ABB, Mitsubishi).
Understanding of industrial safety standards such as lockout/tagout, guarding, and risk assessment.
Step into a project leadership role where your expertise directly shapes the future of grain handling and milling operations. As a Project Manager specializing in capital projects, you'll oversee the full lifecycle of large‑scale system installations by guiding projects from initial concept through commissioning. You'll collaborate closely with engineering, vendors, and onsite teams to deliver reliable, efficient solutions that help customers maximize operational performance.
In this role, you'll lead mechanical and process‑focused projects from start to finish, ensuring clear communication, organized scheduling, and smooth coordination with all teams involved. If you like taking ownership, working closely with customers, and managing the details that keep major industrial projects moving, this position offers the chance to make a real impact.
This is where you'll excel
- Provides execution strategy and conducts final project negotiations; ensures project schedule baseline is approved prior to project commencement
- Manages and leads project teams in order to achieve and further improve the cost, schedule, quality and EHS targets
- Ensures proper project deviation management; assesses, approves and expedites technical aspects of change orders and defines effective claim strategies for customers, partners, subcontractors, etc.
- Prepares and performs project reviews and facilitates site briefing meetings, ensuring all site-related documents are delivered to site personnel, and organizes and participates in debriefing meetings following project conclusion
- Implements and maintains operating standards to ensure quality project results and customer satisfaction
- Develops and maintains relationships with customers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth operation of projects
- Establishes internal prevention and detection controls which address potential risks of inefficiency, ineffectiveness, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement with reasonable assurance
- Provides guidance and support to project team members
- Participates in continual learning activities and applies practical application to work performed
- Must arrive at work predictably and promptly
- Performs other duties as assigned
These are the skills you'll need
- Bachelor's from an accredited institution in mechanical, electrical or automation engineering or related field
- 3 years of experience in a project engineering role
- 3 years overseeing projects in the grain handling industry is strongly preferred
- Expereince with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required
- 3D Mechanical and Architect preferred
- SAP exerpience is preferred
- Experience with Gantt charts is preferred
- PMI certification is a plus
- Strong communication skills required
- Ability to speak and understand English
- Ability to travel 15% of the time
Position: Senior Buyer (Strategic Sourcing / Manufacturing)
Location: Eden Prairie, MN (5 Days Onsite)
Employment: 6 Month Contract-To-Hire (High Likelihood of Conversion)
Pay Rate: $43 - $55 / Hourly
Converting Salary Range: $88,000 – $115,000 (based on experience)
Job Description
We are seeking a Senior Buyer who brings deep buying expertise, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to lead strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who is considered a subject matter expert and is operating at the level of people leadership.
The Senior Buyer will own supplier strategy, drive measurable improvements, and partner cross-functionally to influence cost, delivery, and performance outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations focused on total cost and performance
Analyze spend, inventory, and supplier data to identify savings and improvement opportunities
Develop and manage supplier performance metrics and corrective action plans
Drive long-term category strategies while balancing tactical execution
Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing decisions
Serve as a go-to expert for complex supply challenges and supplier relationships
Support and mentor less experienced buyers as needed
Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field
7+ years of progressive buying or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ownership of strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier development
Advanced analytical skills with experience driving decisions through data
Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP preferred)
Advanced Excel skills and comfort analyzing complex spend and inventory data
Experience developing and managing supplier KPIs and performance improvement plans
Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive change
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or dashboard development
Background in hydromechanical, fabrication, or engineered components
Experience leading sourcing projects or mentoring junior buyers
Exposure to cost modeling, contract negotiations, or long-term category strategy
Certifications such as CPSM, APICS/ASCM, Six Sigma (not required)
Opportunity Overview
The Director of Manufacturing will lead all facets of the manufacturing strategy and performance of two connected sites that produce rigid flex circuits and large format, thin film flexible circuits. The selected candidate will lead the execution of business objectives and strategic goals, including capital investment plans, continuous improvement, and the directional leadership of production and operational support teams. This role supports safety initiatives throughout plant operations and provides hands-on direction and support on the production floor.
This is a significant opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader to build upon the company’s history of growth by capitalizing on opportunities for product and market expansion and continuing to help grow top-line revenue and bottom-line profitability.
All Flex Solutions is a Granite Company, sharing the Granite Partners objective of 100-year sustainability. This is a fantastic opportunity for a leader who appreciates and embraces the entrepreneurial environment surrounding All Flex Solutions as well as the benefits and support of being a Granite Company. The Director of Manufacturing will collaborate with other leaders throughout the Granite community and serve as a member of the Lean & Operations Affinity.
The Position
Reporting to the SVP of Operations & Supply Chain, the Director of Manufacturing will lead the production and operational support teams to produce quality products in a safe manner, on time, economically, and at the desired level of customer care. This role supports safety initiatives throughout plant operations and provides continuous improvement direction and support on the production floor.
The Director of Manufacturing will lead the planning, directing, and controlling of connected-site activities to ensure a high performing organization that delivers high quality, consistent products that meet or exceed customer expectations. The Director of Manufacturing is a key position for All Flex Solutions, responsible for enhancing and evolving a world-class manufacturing approach that optimizes employee safety, customer satisfaction, quality, efficiency, employee relations, and performance measures. The Director of Manufacturing will develop and execute manufacturing strategies that meet or exceed operational business objectives and optimize capital and human resources.
As a member of the leadership team, the Director of Manufacturing is responsible for integrating all functions from order entry to successful delivery with a continuous focus on improvement and efficiency. This position requires a strong, interactive leader who is fully competent in manufacturing systems that produce components and final assemblies to specific customer requirements in a high-mix environment. This individual will work collaboratively to increase the value of the business with other functions and customers to align operational capabilities with short- and long-term needs.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Lead production and operational support teams to achieve plant safety, quality, on-time delivery, and productivity goals. Contribute to corporate strategy and culture as a key member of the leadership team.
- Lead operations strategy and planning for the sites, including participation in the development of annual business objectives and strategies. Establish annual operating budgets, inventory control targets, and performance goals and own the annual capital planning process for the facilities.
- Establish and execute operational objectives and KPIs in alignment with strategic business plans, annual financial performance, and corporate objectives. Be responsible for increasing the value of the business through operations execution improvement and cost optimization measures.
- Develop and implement a capital spending plan to achieve targeted growth, process improvements, lean initiatives, and cost savings, in addition to addressing current maintenance and growth.
- Direct and align manufacturing execution in accordance with Quality Management System, production planning, maintenance, and logistics.
- Assist and support new product development by advising on design manufacturability. Effectively plan resource utilization to ensure the successful launch and implementation of new products, platforms, processes, and controls to meet or exceed demand schedules.
- Champion, promote, and motivate teams to execute ongoing continuous improvement and value-add project efforts. Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing and lead participation in implementing and sustaining initiatives that impact quality, delivery, and cost performance.
- Support all health and safety initiatives related to the facility by providing leadership for all policies and procedures and continually improving safety records by addressing both physical safety issues and employee safety attitudes.
- Enable regular collaboration among cross-functional departments, including engineering and quality, to identify, correct, and prevent non-conformance issues and engage with Business Development, Sales, and Product/Program Management to align customer visits, tours, meetings, “lunch & learns,” and manufacturing needs.
- Manage the wet process waste treatment for Rigid Flex and work in conjunction with the EHS Manager to deliver personnel training and compliance reporting.
- Develop and maintain strong employee relations at all levels of the company, while also motivating, coaching, and developing a diverse, high-performing leadership team. Ensure that the operations departments are staffed with highly motivated and skilled professionals who contribute to the company’s overall mission.
- Lead and manage the site operations team through effective coaching, mentoring, and performance management by setting clear goals and expectations, providing regular feedback, and fostering a supportive environment that promotes professional growth and high performance.
- Oversee employee training and development programs to ensure that the site operations team is equipped with the latest skills, knowledge, and best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, engagement, and retention while maintaining high standards of performance.
Candidate Profile
The Director of Manufacturing will have a proven track record of success leading manufacturing activities. This key position requires a minimum of 10 years of manufacturing leadership experience in a job shop manufacturing environment. The Director of Manufacturing must possess an understanding and passion for developing people. The preferred candidate will possess an understanding of medical and defense industry standards for how PCBA interconnect flex circuits and Thermofoil heating solutions are produced. An undergraduate degree, ideally with a technical or business management focus (e.g. Manufacturing Management, Engineering, Business Administration) is required; an advanced degree is desired.
Qualified candidates will possess a strong operations and manufacturing background with a broad understanding of customer relations, product specifications, and market conditions that affect competitiveness when dealing with engineered products. Experience managing production within a Quality Management System, holding certifications (QMAS, ISO, NadCap, IPC, etc.), and having a proven track record of leading Lean manufacturing improvements, implementing and sustaining 5S, Six Sigma, Theory of Constraints, and Cell Manufacturing. NetSuite (or broad ERP) experience is a significant plus, along with a proven ability to manage resources and schedules within the system.
The successful candidate must have excellent business acumen and an operations aptitude with strong communication skills and the ability to think strategically. He or she will have an outstanding track record and reputation for driving improvement with business judgment, leadership skills, and integrity. This individual must have the ability to establish immediate credibility at all levels, inside and outside the organization. Exceptional leadership skills are essential, characterized by a drive to succeed through staff development.
Additionally, this individual must have the capacity to collaborate with other leaders within All Flex Solutions and Granite Partners, taking advantage of resources throughout the organization and becoming an integral part of the team and serving the organization as a whole.
Location
All Flex Solutions is headquartered in Northfield, Minnesota, and has four Minnesota manufacturing facilities: one in Northfield and three in Bloomington. The Director of Manufacturing will be based in Bloomington.
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive base salary in the $165,000 to $180,000 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with an annual bonus and the opportunity to participate in long-term incentives, including a stock appreciation rights (SARs) program.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. We also provide a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan with employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it’s needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
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Responsibilities
Surface Warfare Officers (SWOs) are involved in virtually every aspect of Navy missions. As a SWO, you may be in charge of any number of shipboard operations and activities while at sea, working with or within any of these specialized forces:
Aircraft Carrier Forces: Provide and coordinate air, submarine and surface ship defense for aircraft carriers.
Cruiser-Destroyer Forces: Provide ship attack and defensive measures with a wide array of missile and fire power capabilities, providing anti-air, -submarine and -surface warfare support.
Amphibious Forces: Embark and transport vehicles, equipment and personnel for amphibious assault operations.
Combat-Logistics Forces: Provide combatant ships with fuel, ammunition, food and supplies, and provide repair, maintenance and rescue capabilities through Fleet Support Ships.
Mine Warfare Forces: Detect, identify and neutralize threats from hostile use of maritime mines.
You may also be interested in becoming a Surface Warfare Officer within the prestigious Navy Nuclear community where you will have the opportunity to work on some of the world's most powerful nuclear-powered submarines and aircraft carriers.
Work Environment
As a Surface Warfare Officer, you will work at sea and on shore, in a variety of environments. Sea duty could place you aboard ships within the fleet. Shore duty may involve a tour of duty at the Pentagon, a student assignment at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA, or command and management positions at shore bases and stations around the world.
Training & Advancement
Those pursuing an Information Professional Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School (OCS) in Newport, RI.
Unless they have already been commissioned through the Naval Academy or ROTC, those pursuing a Surface Warfare Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School. Newly commissioned SWOs can expect an advanced training process that includes comprehensive training at sea and ashore.
Newly commissioned Surface Warfare Officers will be assigned to a surface ship, leading a team of Sailors responsible for a component of the ship - anything from electronics to weapons to engineering systems. In this setting, Officers are working toward full Surface Warfare qualification.
After completing these initial sea tours, Surface Warfare Officers may be selected to serve on high-level staffs, commands or strategic projects or they may be selected to work in recruitment. The ultimate goal for many: to one day command their own ship.
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
Post-Service Opportunities
Specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields in the civilian sector.
Education Opportunities
Wherever you are in your professional career, the Navy can help ease your financial burdens and advance your career with generous financial assistance and continuing education programs. Beyond professional credentials and certifications, Surface Warfare Officers can advance their education by:
- Pursuing opportunities at institutions such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College (NWC)
- Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of the various service colleges
Qualifications & Requirements
A degree from a four-year college or university is a minimum educational requirement to become a Commissioned Officer.
There are different ways to become a SWO. If you're a high school student or an undergraduate, you can enter through the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps (NROTC) or through the U.S. Naval Academy. Those already having a degree attend Officer Candidate School (OCS), a 12-week Navy school in Newport, RI.
All candidates must also be U.S. Citizens.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are part-time opportunities available as a Surface Warfare Officer.
Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.
For annual training, Surface Warfare Officers may serve anywhere in the world, whether on a ship at sea or at bases and installations on shore.
Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors.
Most of what you do in the Navy Reserve is considered training. The basic Navy Reserve commitment involves training a minimum of one weekend a month (referred to as drilling) and two weeks a year (referred to as Annual Training) - or the equivalent of that.
Surface Warfare Officers in the Navy Reserve serve in an Officer role. Before receiving the ongoing professional training that comes with this job, initial training requirements must first be met.
For current or former Navy Officers (NAVET): Prior experience satisfies the initial leadership training requirement - so you will not need to go through Officer Training again.
Officers who previously held a commission in another United States Military Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, Public Health Service, or United States Coast Guard are exempt from attending ODS or LDO/CWO Academy.
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Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Facilities Data Analyst! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.
The Facilities Data Analyst is a key resource for the Plant Operations and Facility Planning teams, responsible for turning complex facility data into actionable insights. This role leads and analyzes data related to facility operations, space utilization, facility infrastructure and refresh capital projects, maintenance performance, and regulatory compliance. The analyst’s work drives operational efficiency, strategic capital planning, and regulatory readiness for all AHJ (Authorities Having Jurisdiction) across the HealthPartners’ system.
Unlike a traditional IT data analyst role, this position is embedded in Facilities Operations and focuses on building systems, maintenance, environmental conditions, capital assets, utilities, and operational performance.
Work Schedule: FTE 1.0, 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday. 8 am to 5 pm.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2+ years of work experience in data analytics within facilities, engineering, healthcare operations, or construction.
- Bachelor’s degree in Data Analytics, Health Administration, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or related field.
- We are looking for a local Minnesota candidate for this on-site role.
- Strong skills in data modeling, visualization, and reporting.
- Ability to communicate complex data insights to non-technical audiences.
Compensation: $29.86 - $44.79 hourly
Benefits:
Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!
