Lead Deck SME (Navy RATT)

THOR Solutions, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Medical Insurance (3 plan options)

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

THOR Solutions, LLC is looking for a Lead Deck Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the Navy Readiness Assistance Training Team in San Diego. This role requires significant experience in deck operations and supervising personnel aboard naval vessels. The ideal candidate will conduct training and assessments to enhance the operational readiness of U.S. Navy ships.

The position offers a salary range of $80,000 – 90,000 annually, contingent upon contract award anticipated for October 2026.

Qualifications

• 15 years supervisory experience on warships or military auxiliaries.
• Direct experience with systems employed by the U.S. Navy.
• Existing active or interim Secret security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct ship training visits.
• Compile and provide training resources for ship systems.
• Conduct comprehensive material condition assessments.
• Advise ship's leadership regarding crew proficiency.

Skills

Supervisory experience in deck operations

Technical knowledge of ship systems

Personnel management skills

Excellent communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Lead Deck Subject Matter Expert (SME)

THOR Solutions is seeking an experienced Lead Deck 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 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.

An ideal candidate has extensive experience at a supervisory level on Navy warships or military auxiliaries as Ships’ Boatswain responsible for overall deck operations, as well as experience with the technical aspects of anchor, windlass, mooring, boat handling, crane, sterngate operations, amphibious operations, and underway replenishment systems.

This position is contingent upon contract award, anticipated for October 2026.

Typical Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and conduct ship training visits for the purpose of improving Sailor proficiency in the operation and maintenance of ship systems through targeted training and aiding ship's leadership in assessing material condition and readiness program efficacy.
• Compile, curate, develop, and provide training resources for ship systems, required programs, technical watchstanding, installed equipment, and maintenance management for use in classroom and deck‑plate training.
• 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 for ship systems, installed equipment, and associated evolutions.
• Advise ship's leadership regarding crew proficiency, material condition, maintenance practices, and 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

• Up to 35% travel, including overseas/OCONUS destinations, in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations.
• Common destinations: Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Sasebo, Japan; Yokosuka, Japan; and Singapore.

Typical Physical Activity

• Mix of desk/computer work and hands‑on technical or instructor work in a waterfront/shipboard environment.
• May involve repetitive motion, talking, traversing shipboard environments, or vision tasks.
• Must be physically able to climb up/down a pilot’s ladder to board a naval vessel underway at sea and remain aboard a U.S. Naval vessel.

Typical Pay Range

$80,000 – 90,000 per year, based on qualifications.

Existing Secret Security Clearance Required

Requires existing active or interim Secret clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 15 years supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and technical projects related to deck operations or RATT.
• 15 years supervisory experience on warships or military auxiliaries as Ships’ Boatswain.
• 15 years experience with technical aspects of anchor, windlass, mooring, boat handling, crane, sterngate operations, amphibious operations, and underway replenishment systems.
• Direct experience with systems currently employed by the U.S. Navy.
• Proficient with 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

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

THOR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. THOR considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Many positions require a security clearance. Clearance may only be granted to U.S. citizens.