Lead Combat Systems SME

Sayres and Associates Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sayres and Associates Corporation is seeking an experienced Lead Combat Systems SME in San Diego, CA. This role involves providing expert assessments of Navy combat systems readiness and maintenance programs.

The successful candidate will conduct readiness assessments, evaluate maintenance execution, and advise ship leadership on risks. A minimum of 15 years supervisory experience in Navy combat systems is required, along with an Associate's or Bachelor's degree.

The salary range is $90,000–$140,000 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years supervisory experience in Navy combat systems.
• Extensive experience as STO, CSMM, CSOOW, or equivalent.
• 25+ years of experience highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conduct combat systems readiness assessments.
• Evaluate maintenance execution and material condition.
• Advising ship leadership on readiness risks and corrective actions.
• Develop technical reports and recommendations.

Skills

Combat systems readiness assessments

Navy combat systems maintenance processes

AEGIS and/or SSDS experience

Technical report development

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sayres is seeking an experienced Lead Combat Systems SME in San Diego, CA with a SECRET clearance, verifiable in DISS.

Position Summary

The Lead Combat Systems SME provides expert assessments of Navy combat systems readiness, maintenance programs, and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct combat systems readiness assessments.
• Evaluate maintenance execution and material condition.
• Review AEGIS, SSDS, and related combat system operations.
• Advise ship leadership on readiness risks and corrective actions.
• Develop technical reports and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years supervisory experience.
• Extensive experience as STO, CSMM, CSOOW, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting AEGIS and/or SSDS combat systems.
• Maintenance/training staff experience (TYCOM, ISIC, ATG, or equivalent).
• Thorough knowledge of Navy combat systems maintenance processes.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 25+ years highly desirable.

Occasional travel may be required. Support is primarily based in San Diego, CA, with occasional travel to Navy fleet concentration areas including Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Sasebo, Japan; Yokosuka, Japan; and Singapore, as well as other customer locations as required.

Salary Range: $90,000–$140,000, commensurate with experience. Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and market considerations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.