NEC
726B
DCMA Government Ground Representative (GGR)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Administers contracts involving aircraft for which the Government contractually assumes ground and flight risks. Implements Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and service directives ensuring contractor compliance with acquisitions policies and regulations. Monitors production, inspections, and repairs of the following platforms: P-8, P-3, H-60 (all series), F/A-18 (all series), E-2 (all series), F-5, EA-6B, F-35 (all series), and various Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Provides surveillance of other service aircraft in conjunction with representatives from that service (i.e., KC-46 Program). Requires extensive aviation maintenance or operational duty outlined and extensive familiarity with OPNAVINST 4790.
Core Skills
- defense contract surveillance
- aircraft production monitoring
- aviation quality assurance
- maintenance program compliance
- contractor performance management
- government acceptance inspection
- aircraft risk management
- acquisition regulation application
- cross service coordination
Common Certifications
- Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
- Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- IAQG Certified Aerospace Auditor
Civilian Career Paths
- PROCUREMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE
- CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic Certificate
- ASQ Certified Quality Auditor (CQA)
- FAR and DFARS acquisition training
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt
Career Growth
- Certified Professional Contract Manager (CPCM)
- Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
- ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.