Electronic Warfare Subject Matter Expert

Leidos; Dahlgren (VA); On-site; USD 65,650 - 118,675; Full time

Job summary

Leidos in Dahlgren, VA is seeking a Full-time Experienced Electronic Warfare Tactical and Technical Trainer to support Combat Systems training and readiness. The role focuses on training Sailors in employment of AEGIS and related weapon systems, acting as EWCO and Skill Package Coordinator.

Responsibilities include developing and delivering formal training, reviewing naval doctrine, and using shore-based systems to assess and improve watchstander performance in dynamic scenarios.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and Active Secret Security Clearance required.
• Clear, concise technical writing and strong communication skills.
• Experience coordinating multiple engineering disciplines on dynamic programs.
• Understanding of U.S. Navy system architecture and combat systems.
• Operational knowledge of Navy combatants, weapons systems, and threats.
• Four years of Microsoft Office Suite experience preferred.
• A formal degree or combination of education, certifications, training, or work/military experience supporting engineering or analysis is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops, organizes, and conducts combat systems and weapon system training programs for personnel assigned to AEGIS Platforms.
• Serve as the EW Mission Package Coordinator and SLQ-32 Console Operator instructor to train Sailors in tactical employment of the AEGIS system.
• Review and analyze Aegis Engineering Capabilities and Doctrine; integrate execution of doctrine for ship’s combat systems.
• Utilize shore-based training systems; assess watchstander performance during integrated scenarios.
• Conduct training sessions and develop criteria to evaluate training effectiveness.

Skills

Active Secret Clearance

Technical writing

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Engineering coordination

Navy system architecture

EW/Combat systems knowledge

Office Suite experience

Education

B.S. in engineering or related discipline

Job description

Description

Searching for a Full-time Experienced Electronic Warfare Tactical and Technical Trainer to support Combat Systems training and readiness in Dahlgren, VA.

Primary Responsibilities

Develops; organizes; and conducts combat systems and weapon system employment, training and educational programs for personnel assigned to AEGIS Platforms. Serve as the Electronic Warfare Mission Package Coordinator and SLQ-32 Console Operator (EWCO) instructor to train Sailors in tactical and operational employment of the AEGIS combat system and associated weapons systems. Review and analyze Aegis Combat System Engineering Capabilities and Limitations and U.S. Navy Operational and Tactical doctrine. Integrate and conceptualize the execution of Doctrine optimizing the application of ship's Combat Systems capabilities and limitations in a dynamic operational tactical environment. Utilize shore‑based training systems requiring dynamic training and assessment of watchstanders during integrated scenarios. Conduct training sessions and develop criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship and Active Secret Security Clearance are required.
• Ability to write clear, concise, and easily readable technical correspondence to document reviews of technical recommendations following technical reviews and collating of comments.
• Articulate in oral and written presentations; possess high organizational skills and the ability to multi‑task to meet deadlines.
• Experience working dynamic programs with fluctuating scope and integrated coordination of multiple engineering disciplines.
• Possess an understanding of U.S. Navy system architecture and combat systems across logical, functional, hardware, software components.
• Possess operational knowledge of U.S. Navy combatants, weapon systems, and threats.

Additionally, must have strong interpersonal skills and be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with the team and customers. Four years experience with Microsoft Office Suite applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is preferred. A formal degree or a combination of education, technical certifications, training or work/military experience supporting engineering or analysis experience is always a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• B.S. or Advanced Degree in engineering, analysis, or related discipline desired but not required.
• Experience with training and readiness of Navy vessels.
• Experience in surface and air warfare soft kill.
• NECs (C02A, C04A, or C05A).
• Master Training Specialist.

Pay Range

Pay Range $65,650.00 ‑ $118,675.00.

Benefits

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.