1373 - CNSL Fleet Training Support Lead

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Functional Area Lead to provide vital training and readiness support to the Naval Surface Forces in Norfolk, VA. This pivotal role requires a candidate with extensive experience in Navy Surface Ship training, adept in using FLTMPS and engaging with senior leadership. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment, managing complex projects and ensuring the highest training standards for Atlantic Fleet ships and LCS crews. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will directly impact naval training operations and readiness.

Benefits

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance with HSA, FSA options

Life and AD&D coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) Plan with Company Matching

160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)

12 Floating Holidays

Educational Assistance

Highly Competitive Salary

Flexibility

Qualifications

• 8+ years as Technical Lead, Program Lead, or Project Lead.
• Expert in Navy Surface Ship training and FLTMPS.
• Strong public speaking and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and readiness support to Atlantic Fleet ships.
• Conduct fleet training analysis to identify gaps and needs.
• Engage Senior Staff at Flag Officer/Director level.

Skills

Navy Surface Ship training analysis

FLTMPS

Public speaking

Team management

Project management

Tactical planning

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Total Ship Training Capability (TSTC)

Battle Force Tactical Trainer (BFTT)

Damage Control Training Management System (DCTMS)

Job description

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Sigma Defense is seeking a Senior Functional Area Lead to support Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Atlantic (CNSL) (N7) in Norfolk, VA as the CNSL Fleet Training Support Lead. The individual in this role will provide training and readiness support to the CNSL N7 Directorate for assigned Atlantic Fleet ships and LCS Crews.

The ideal candidate is able to adapt to a fast-paced, team-based environment and managing team performance. He/she is experienced with analyzing Navy Surface Ship training requirements, to include expert knowledge and ability to use FLTMPS. He/she must have at least 8 years' experience in a position as Technical Lead, Program Lead, or Project Lead and subject matter expert for respective task requirements. In addition, he/she must be experienced in public speaking and able to engage with Senior Staff at the Flag Officer/Director/Manager level.

This is a contingent position that is pending award of contract. This means that the position is subject to the successful awarding of a contract and will be confirmed once the contract is finalized. The candidate selected for this role will be offered the position on the condition that the contract is awarded to our organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• Experience analyzing Navy Surface Ship training requirements to include expert knowledge and ability to use FLTMPS
• Experience with USFF OFRP Fg and Fd requirements
• Knowledge of resources necessary to execute requirements of the SFTRM
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the following:
• Technical Lead, Program Lead, or Project Lead and subject matter expert for respective task requirements (e.g. Academics, Warfare Area(s), Synthetic, Live, or Joint Training).
• Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) development and execution processes.
• Tactical/ operational planning, synthetic /live training exercises/ event execution, lessons learned and after-action reporting.
• Conducting fleet training analysis/assessment to identify gaps, training needs and solutions.
• Developing exercise/event timelines with required deliverables.
• Engaging Senior Staff at the Flag Officer/Director/Manager level.
• Adapting to a fast-paced, team-based environment and managing team performance.
• Managing and prioritizing large, complex projects/deliverables involving numerous stakeholders.
• Navy and/or Defense training operations, policy, doctrine, systems, and staff procedures.
• Public speaking and presentation skills.
• Handling multiple priorities and interruptions with minimal impact on productivity/deliverables.
• Team and/or project leader
  
  
  

Personnel Clearance Requirements:

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
• A clearance will be sponsored for the right candidate.
  
  
  

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent experience.
• Equivalent experience to a Bachelor's degree is 2 additional years of Resource Band experience
  
  
  

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):

Support Tasks:

• (a) Provide training and readiness support to the CNSL N7 Directorate for assigned Atlantic Fleet ships and LCS Crews.
• (b) Provide training evaluation and analysis support to CNSL assisting in, but not limited to, documentation reviews and training requirements updates.
• (c) Provide Subject Matter Expertise for modeling and simulation (M&S), synthetic training systems, embedded trainers and application of these various systems in executing SFRM requirements.
• (d) Provide Subject Matter Expertise on the design, development and implementation of the Total Ship Training Capability (TSTC), to include the Battle Force Tactical Trainer (BFTT), Damage Control Training Management System (DCTMS), Engineering On-board Trainer (E OBT), and Naval Surface Fire Support Embedded Trainer (NSFS-ET).
• (e) Assist with reviewing Training, Readiness and associated Manpower requirements of all Tier 1 and Tier 2 Mission Areas, maintaining data and analysis of individual ship training and certification completion.
• (f) Monitor Naval tactical and training systems installation and fielding plan schedules and resultant impact on shipboard/crew training requirements.
• (g) Assist with developing Fleet and Unit awards process, maintaining Fleet award database, and tracking Fleet/Unit award recipients.
• (h) Coordinate with COMNAVSURFOR/COMNAVSURFPAC N7 counterparts to ensure alignment of all training and readiness processes and procedures.
• (i) Assist with technical analysis and engineering support for all Unit Level Synthetic Training and training systems to include the execution of USFFC FST-U exercises, MITE and additional duties outlined in the SFRM. (j) Collate LANT and PAC Fleet concerns on synthetic training issues and recommend solutions.
• (k) Review Training Project Plans and NTSPs, and deliver detailed written change recommendations and analyses of training impact.
• (l) Assist in scheduling required Bridge Resource Management (BRM) and Junior Officer Ship handling training.
• (m) Assist OPNAV, USFFC, NETC, TYCOMs, ATGs, SMWDC, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA), Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWARSYSCOM), Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP), Naval Personnel Command (NPC), Naval Regional Maintenance Centers (NRMC), and other stakeholders identify Fleet Training issues critical to CNSL.
• (n) Conduct comprehensive, in-depth analysis, reviews and assessments of data elements from across the Readiness Pillars to determine root causes of readiness gaps and develop recommendations, based on data driven analysis, to mitigate readiness gaps.
• (o) Assist in development of readiness metrics and provide analysis to include data collection, analysis, and presentation of surface ship and Sailor training performance data.
• (p) Provide FLTMPS, Corporate Enterprise Training Activity Resource Systems (CeTARs), and enterprise Navy Training Reservation System (eNTRs) trackers for schools and certification requirements
• (q) Provide monthly status updates of: (i) Unit eligibility and annual award criteria for all CNSL subordinate units (ii) Tomahawk Strike Manager NECs for CNSL subordinate units.
• (r) Provide annual updates for the COMNAVSURFLANT/PAC Awards Instruction.
• (s) Provide bi-weekly updates of: (iii) NSFS Training and Certification requirements (iv) Surface Rescue Swimmer (SAR) Training and Certification requirements
  
  
  

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary
• Flexibility

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Non-profit Organizations and Primary and Secondary Education

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