AUKUS UK Training Lead (UK Citizen)

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an AUKUS UK Training Lead based in Portsmouth. This mid-senior level role involves developing expertise, managing projects, and engaging with senior leaders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in submarine operations and training, along with strong communication skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work on high-profile defense projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in submarine operations and training.
• Ability to communicate complex topics in writing.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise through training and research.
• Communicate clearly across various formats.
• Exercise project leadership and organize deliverables.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

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Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of expertise and growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, both in the US and abroad. Our talented team is highly collaborative, producing Results that Matter. We offer opportunities, unique challenges, and a clear commitment to our mission.

The AUKUS, Submarines, and Industrial Base Group (ASIG), within the Sea, Land, Air Division, provides timely, objective assessments that integrate technical, operational, programmatic, policy, and business analysis to NAVSEA Team Submarine program offices and stakeholders. Our support includes submarine platform procurement activities, overseeing programs like Columbia-class SSBN, Virginia-class SSN, and the new SSN-X, aimed at enhancing undersea capabilities. These are high-profile programs vital to the future of the US Navy amid strategic competition.

Responsibilities

1. Develop expertise through training, research, and interviews with subject matter experts.
2. Maintain status updates, drive progress, and report on tasks.
3. Communicate clearly across various formats including emails, reports, policies, data analytics, and briefings.
4. Organize and support virtual and in-person meetings for trilateral coordination.
5. Exercise project leadership by designing, planning, and organizing deliverables, motivating and leading teams across boundaries.
6. Build new relationships as necessary.

This position is based at HMNB Portsmouth, UK.

Qualifications

• Ability to work onsite at HMNB Portsmouth, UK, full-time as needed.
• Bachelor’s Degree with 10+ years’ experience in submarine operations and training.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for engaging with senior leaders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex topics in writing (writing sample required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel.
• Eligibility for UK Citizenship and NV1 Clearance.
• Access to Controlled Materials under ITAR/EAR regulations, with potential need for authorization.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Type Commander or Navy staff highly preferred.
• Experience working with international partners.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Defense and Space Manufacturing, Aviation and Aerospace, Armed Forces