LCS Combat Systems / Operations Trainer at LCS Training Facility Pacific (LTFPAC)

General Dynamics Information Technology; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Comprehensive health packages

Internal mobility opportunities

Education and certifications paid

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks a Littoral Combat Ship Combat Systems/Operations Trainer and SME with recent LCS or Navy Surface Combat Systems fleet experience. The role focuses on training sailors in tactical CMS operation, weapons employment, and mission planning.

Responsibilities include developing lesson plans, delivering instruction in classroom and lab settings, and supporting curriculum updates. Travel up to 10% may be required; location is client site in San Diego, CA.

Qualifications

• Eight (8) years of experience with the applicable system or process in a master level training environment.
• Two (2) years as an Instructor in a formal Navy training environment with curriculum development and testing.
• One (1) year experience using training systems/simulations for effective presentation of learning objectives.
• Active Secret Security Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, organizes, and conducts Combat Systems/Operations training for Littoral Combat Ships.
• Instructs in CMS, weapons systems, system capabilities, and mission planning.
• Supports curriculum development and course updates; performs gap analysis and provides feedback.

Skills

LCS Combat Systems

Instructor/SME

Curriculum development

Public speaking

Threat/Defense training

Education

Associates/Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline

Tools

Training simulations

CMS/Combat Management System

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology is actively seeking a Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Combat Systems/Operations Trainer and Subject Matter Expert (SME) having recently served on LCS or with operational Navy Surface Combat Systems Fleet experience. Highly desired experience with Gun Weapons Systems, Anti-Ship Missile Systems, Tactical Data Links, GCCS-M, SAR, Navigation, and/or Surface Warfare.

Develops; organizes; and conducts Combat Systems/Operations training and educational programs for personnel assigned to Littoral Combat Ships. Must be capable of conducting conventional knowledge-based classroom teaching and performance/scenario-based laboratory training. The candidate would serve as an Instructor to train LCS sailors in tactical employment of the Combat Management System (CMS); associated weapons systems; system capabilities and limitations; employment of automated systems; mission planning and execution; and tactical communications. When required, the candidate would provide subject matter expertise in support of curriculum development for LCS courses.

HOW A TRAINING SPECIALIST SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Must be prepared to support the Train to Qualify (T2Q) and TYCOM Training and Certification (TTC) processes utilizing shore-based trainer requiring dynamic assessment of watchstanders during integrated scenarios.

• Prepares; reviews; and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching.

• Supports Formal Course Reviews and Curriculum Updates; conducts training gap analysis and provides formal feedback / recommendations for Course improvement.

• Develops; tests; maintains; and delivers moderately complex Navy Combat Systems training programs and related materials in support of SCSTC training objectives.

• Establishes and reviews course content and objectives.

• Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.

• Maintains records of training activities; participant progress; and program effectiveness.

• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

• Primary instruction in LCS-2 Combat Systems Manager (CSM) Capstone and LCS-2 Unit Tactical Training (UTT)/Crew Certification Training. Additional trainer support required to act as Warfare Commander in scenario/lab-based training environments.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education:

Associates/Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, or work/military experience.

Qualifications:

Eight (8) years of experience with the applicable system or process as either a maintenance technician manager or operator manager with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in a master level training environment. Relevant experience all facets of tactical warfare areas to include the employment and management of Hard-Kill/Soft-Kill Weapon systems, internal/external communications, and integration with Navy Surface, Air and Subsurface Warfare mission requirements.

Of the eight years, two (2) years of experience as an Instructor in a formal Navy individual training environment, to include presentation skills, public speaking skills, curriculum maintenance, writing learning objectives, preparing test items, evaluating instructional materials and the results of instruction and counseling students on academic learning problems.

One (1) year relevant experience using training systems/simulations for effective and correct presentation of learning objectives.

Active Secret Security Clearance.

Experience as an Instructor/Trainer and/or a Master/Afloat Training Specialist in support of SCSTC/TACTRAGRU/ATG is a significant plus.

Candidate will be required to support a second shift work schedule on a rotational basis.

Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing. Travel may be required up to 10% of time.

Location: Client Site

US Citizenship required.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from

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