Combat Systems SME (AEGIS and SSDS)

THOR Solutions, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

THOR Solutions, LLC is hiring a Lead Combat Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide training and readiness support for the Navy in San Diego, CA. Candidates should have extensive supervisory experience in Navy Combat Systems and possess a degree or equivalent experience. The role requires coordination of training, material assessments, and advising ship leadership.

This full-time position involves up to 35% travel, and a SECRET Security Clearance is necessary. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including paid time off, medical, dental, vision insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of supervisory experience in Navy Combat Systems.
• Extensive experience as Systems Test Officer or Combat Systems Maintenance Manager.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ship training visits to improve operations.
• Develop training resources for ship systems.
• Advise ship's leadership on maintenance practices.

Skills

Supervisory experience in Navy Combat Systems

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite

Excellent communication skills

Personel management skills

Education

Undergraduate or associate's degree

Job description

THOR Solutions is seeking an experienced Lead Combat Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Navy Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT) for Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet (CNSP) in San Diego, CA. RATT is a Type Commander (TYCOM) asset employed to provide timely direct support to ships, tailored to the ship's needs and requirements. RATT ship visits are intended to significantly enhance a ship's organic proficiency and capabilities for a discrete period of time as added capability to conduct training and to address material issues. RATT provides proficient subject matter experts to conduct Sailor‑centric deck‑plate training, material review, program auditing, and naval readiness support to enhance overall proficiency and material readiness through recommendations to the ship and staff to enhance CNSP ship's readiness to conduct sustained operations at sea in support of the nation's strategic objectives.

Typical Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and conduct ship training visits for the purpose of improving Sailor proficiency in the operation and maintenance of ships' systems through targeted training and aiding ship's leadership in assessing material condition and readiness program efficacy.
• Compile, curate, develop, and provide training resources (references and curriculum) for ship systems, required programs, technical watchstanding, installed equipment, and maintenance management for use in classroom and deck‑plate training for ship's force and RATT personnel.
• Teach and reinforce sound shipboard operating principles and processes through leadership by example and deck‑plate training.
• Conduct comprehensive material condition assessments for installed equipment, portable equipment, safety gear, ship systems, and ship structure.
• Review and assess ship's preventive and corrective maintenance and operating processes and procedures for ship systems, installed equipment, and associated evolutions.
• Advise ship's leadership regarding crew proficiency, material condition, maintenance practices, and required program efficacy.

Primary Work Location

Full time onsite in San Diego, CA. A candidate located in Everett, WA or Pearl Harbor, HI is less ideal but may be considered.

Anticipated Travel

• This position involves up to 35% travel, including travel to overseas/OCONUS locations, in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
• Common travel destinations include, but are not limited to: Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Sasebo, Japan; Yokosuka, Japan; and Singapore.

Typical Physical Activity

• Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and hands‑on technical or instructor work in a waterfront/shipboard environment.
• May involve: repetitive motion, talking, traversing shipboard environments (e.g., tight or confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision.
• Must be physically able to climb up/down a pilot’s ladder to board a naval vessel underway at sea and stay onboard on a U.S. Naval vessel.

Typical Pay Range

The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $90,000 – 105,000/year. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.

Security Clearance Required

Existing SECRET Security Clearance Required. This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least fifteen (15) years of supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and implementation of technical projects related to Navy Combat Systems.
• Supervisory combat systems experience with Navy surface ship Combat Systems maintenance processes.
• Extensive experience in one or more of the following positions: Systems Test Officer (STO); Combat Systems Maintenance Manager (CSMM); Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW) on multiple AEGIS and SSDS ships.
• Extensive experience in Navy Ship Combat Systems Operations on multiple ships (AEGIS and SSDS).
• Maintenance/training staff experience (e.g. Immediate Superior In Charge (ISIC), Type Commander (TYCOM), or Afloat Training Group).
• In‑depth knowledge of Navy ship depot level Combat Systems maintenance processes.
• In‑depth knowledge of the theory and workings of surface ship Combat Systems maintenance processes.
• Undergraduate or associates degree.
  • In lieu of an acceptable degree, seven (7) years of demonstrated experience in a management role may be considered.
• Proficient with common productivity software including the Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and support fast‑paced operational environments.
• Excellent personnel management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

Additional Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• At least twenty‑five (25) years of relevant experience is highly desirable.

Benefit Offerings

• 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.

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