Navy Training Instructor, DSAGT

Noblis; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

Noblis invites experienced instructors to join a mission-driven team delivering hands-on Navy surface training. As a Navy Training Instructor, DSAGT, you will develop curriculum, instruct Sailors, and evaluate training effectiveness across multiple platforms and locations in support of fleet readiness.

Positions cover Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA, with a focus on Shipboard Deck Systems and EOSS-based alignment.

Qualifications

• Navy Instructor Experience
• 5+ years professional curriculum development
• Interim Secret Security Clearance to start
• Bachelor's degree or 7+ years naval experience

Responsibilities

• Operate independently and as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced training environment
• Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction to Sailors, focused on assessing, troubleshooting, and operating shipboard systems to spec
• Provide instruction supporting Steering and Thrust Control Watchstation operations
• Train Sailors on proper system alignment and operation per EOSS
• Reinforce SSOPP and best practices
• Guide students in using technical publications and references used in fleet operations
• Support continuous improvement of training programs with fleet lessons learned
• Evaluate programs and procedures for new construction and modernization efforts
• Provide direct support to Navy client for classroom and lab development
• Guide external SMEs in training program design and development
• Evaluate effectiveness of training programs and equipment

Skills

Navy Instructor Experience

Curriculum development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• This is for an upcoming opportunity

Join a mission-driven team supporting PMS 339 and help prepare Navy Sailors to safely and effectively operate surface ship systems. As a Navy Training Instructor, DSAGT, you will deliver hands-on, operationally relevant training for Navy surface training systems-drawing on real-world fleet experience to develop curriculum, instruct Sailors, and evaluate training effectiveness across multiple platforms and locations. Your work directly supports fleet readiness, safe operations, and mission success.

Work independently and with a team. Provide instruction to students on the skills to assess, troubleshoot and operate within specifications. Instruction is focused on preventive maintenance, Steering and Thrust Control Watchstation operations, alignment of systems in accordance with Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS), technical publication guidance, and Sound Shipboard Operating Principles and Procedures. Must have knowledge in Shipboard Deck Systems: Anchor systems, accom ladders, shipboard cranes, boat handling systems, RHIBs, FAS systems/sliding padeyes, retractable chocks/bitts, hangar/stern doors/gates, weapons elevators.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate independently and as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced training environment
• Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction to Sailors, focused on assessing, troubleshooting, and operating shipboard systems to spec
• Provide instruction specifically supporting Steering and Thrust Control Watchstation operations
• Train Sailors on proper system alignment and operation in accordance with EOSS
• Reinforce Sound Shipboard Operating Principles and Procedures (SSOPP) and best practices
• Guide students in the use of technical publications, diagrams, and references used in fleet operations
• Support continuous improvement of training programs by applying fleet lessons learned and operational feedback
• Evaluate established programs and procedures for new construction and modernization efforts
• Provide direct support to Navy client concerning upkeep and development of classroom and laboratories
• Provide guidance to external agency SMEs in training program design and development
• Evaluate effectiveness of training programs and equipment

These positions can be executed in one of the following locations: Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA

Required Qualifications

Level I: ($53,900 - $84,200)

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline OR 7+ years of relevant naval experience
• 5+ years professional experience in curriculum development
• Navy Instructor Experience
• Interim Secret Security Clearance to be able to start
• Must be a current US Citizen

Required Specialized Experience

Must have knowledge in Shipboard Deck Systems including:

• Anchor systems
• accom ladders
• Shipboard cranes
• Boat handling systems, RHIBs
• FAS systems/sliding padeyes
• Retractable chocks/bitts
• Hangar/stern doors/gates
• Weapons elevators
• Preventive maintenance procedures
• Alignment of systems in accordance with EOSS and CSOSS

Level II: ($65,200 - $101,950)

• Additional senior-level oversight and program management
• Works with greater independence and leadership responsibility

Required Experience For Senior Position

• Leadership in curriculum development initiatives
• Advanced knowledge of shipboard deck systems
• Program evaluation and quality assurance
• Mentoring of junior instructors

Desired Qualifications

• Advanced degree and/or Navy Training Systems discipline experience
• 10+ years professional experience in curriculum development
• Extensive Navy Instructor Experience

Military Experience That Translates Well

• Surface Warfare Officers (SWO)
• Engineering Duty Officers / LDO / CWO
• EN, GSM, MM, EM, EOOW-qualified personnel
• Steering Control, Thrust Control, or related watchstation experience
• Prior instructor, trainer, or LPO/Chief experience strongly valued

Overview

Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org

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