Operations Specialist with Security Clearance

Prescient Edge; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Career development

Job summary

Prescient Edge is seeking an Operations Specialist to support U.S. Navy unmanned surface vessel (USV) training under the DAWG program in Virginia Beach. You will develop, deliver, and evaluate training materials to prepare operators for new unmanned systems, working with the Senior Operations Lead.

The role emphasizes on-site training delivery, material maintenance, and program assessment. A SECRET clearance or ability to reactivate is required, with 5+ years of military/government experience

Qualifications

• Active SECRET clearance preferred or ability to reactivate.
• 5+ years in military/government ops, with instructor/training developer experience.
• Experience developing training materials, lesson plans, and course content.
• Experience delivering instruction to adult learners in classroom and field settings.
• Familiarity with instructional design processes (ADDIE/ISD).
• Strong technical writing, organization, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Write, compile, and maintain training materials for unmanned systems and equipment.
• Support the implementation of training programs and operator familiarization.
• Deliver classroom, hands-on, and field-based instruction to operators and maintainers.
• Assess courses for effectiveness and align with requirements; develop tests and evaluations.
• Support development of qualification standards and sign-off processes (JQR/PQS).
• Maintain curriculum with system and procedure changes; update SOPs and documen­tation.
• Support USV operations, logistics, testing, and after-action reviews.

Skills

SECRET clearance

Military ops experience

Instructional delivery

Technical writing

MS Office

ADDIE/ISD knowledge

Training material development

Adult education

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/ID or related

Tools

Learning management systems

e-learning tools

Job description

Benefits & Compensation

At Prescient Edge, we believe that acting with integrity and serving our employees is the key to everyone's success. To that end, we provide employees with a best-in-class benefits package that includes:

• A competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive healthcare benefits, including medical, vision, dental, and orthodontia coverage.
• A substantial retirement plan with no vesting schedule.
• Career development opportunities, including on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and networking.
• A positive work environment where employees are respected, supported, and engaged.
• Salary range: $100,000 - $140,000. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills and the abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data. Position Overview The Operations Specialist supports the planning, coordination, and execution of U.S. Navy unmanned surface vessel (USV) operations for the DAWG program, with a primary focus on training. This role develops, delivers, and evaluates the training that prepares operators to use new unmanned systems and capabilities safely and effectively. Working alongside the Senior Operations Lead, the Operations Specialist writes and compiles training materials, supports implementation of training programs, and assesses courses of instruction to keep them current, accurate, and aligned with operational needs. The role also supports operational execution, demonstrations, exercises, and documentation as program requirements evolve. Key Responsibilities:
• Training Development: Write, compile, and maintain training materials, including lesson plans, instructor guides, student guides, presentations, quick-reference guides, and job aids for unmanned systems and supporting equipment.
• Training Implementation: Help implement training programs and operator familiarization, including scheduling, preparing training environments and equipment, and coordinating with instructors and units.
• Instruction Delivery: Deliver classroom, hands-on, and field-based instruction to operators, maintainers, and stakeholders. Support demonstrations and exercises.
• Course Assessment and Evaluation: Assess courses of instruction for effectiveness, accuracy, and alignment with requirements. Develop tests and practical evaluations, collect student and instructor feedback, and recommend improvements.
• Qualification Standards: Support development of qualification standards, checklists, and sign-off processes (e.g., JQR/PQS-style progressions) for operators and support personnel.
• Curriculum Maintenance: Track system and procedure changes and update training materials, SOPs, and documentation to match.
• Operational Support: Support USV operations, equipment readiness and logistics, testing, and after-action reviews. Capture lessons learned and feed them into training.
• Records and Reporting: Maintain training records, attendance, and qualification status. Prepare training reports and briefs for leadership and customers.
• Required Qualifcations:
• Active SECRET clearance (or ability to reactivate).
• 5+ years of experience in military or government operations, including significant experience as an instructor or training developer.
• Military experience (U.S. Navy, USCG, Marine Corps, or SOCOM preferred).
• Experience developing training materials, lesson plans, and course content.
• Experience delivering instruction to adult learners in classroom and hands-on settings.
• Experience evaluating training or courses of instruction and recommending improvements.
• Familiarity with instructional design processes (e.g., ADDIE or Instructional Systems Design).
• Strong technical writing, organization, and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and briefing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Desired Qualifcations:
• Navy Instructor (NEC 805A) or Master Training Specialist (MTS) qualification, or equivalent service instructor qualification.
• Experience with Navy curriculum development standards (e.g., NAVEDTRA 130/131 series) or curriculum review processes.
• Experience developing qualification programs such as JQRs or PQS.
• Experience with unmanned systems (USV, UUV, or UAS), maritime operations, or fleet experimentation.
• Experience with learning management systems or e-learning authoring tools.
• Experience supporting test events, exercises, or new equipment training (NET).
• Familiarity with AI tools to assist with content development. Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant military or industry experience may substitute for a degree.
• A forklift license, instructional design or training certifications, and computer or IT certifications are a plus. Security Clearance:
• Active SECRET clearance required (or ability to reactivate). Work Schedule & Enviorment
• Primarily on-site at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story.
• Flexible hours allowed, but the majority of time is on-site.
• Field events may involve extended hours, on-water operations, and expeditionary conditions. Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift 40+ lbs during equipment staging.
• Ability to embark vessels for at-sea operations.
• Ability to work outdoors in maritime environments.