ORCA Team Lead SME (Navy RATT)

THOR Solutions, LLC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Medical Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

THOR Solutions, LLC, is seeking an experienced Organic Repair Capability Assessment Team Lead to support the Navy Readiness Assistance Training Team in San Diego. The role involves conducting assessments to improve Sailor maintenance proficiency and leading a team of subject matter experts.

The ideal candidate will have extensive supervisory experience and knowledge of Navy maintenance processes. Benefits include paid time off, medical insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• At least fifteen years of supervisory experience in relevant analyses and trainings.
• Experience with maintenance and training staff leadership.
• Familiarity with Navy ship depot level maintenance processes.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct ship ORCA assessments to enhance Sailor proficiency.
• Lead team of SMEs to document user feedback during inspections.
• Perform root cause analysis on industrial plant equipment.

Skills

Supervisory experience in analyses and operations

Knowledge of Navy ship maintenance processes

Communication skills

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate or associate degree

Job description

Job Overview

THOR Solutions is seeking an experienced Organic Repair Capability Assessment (ORCA) Team Lead and 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 provides subject matter experts to conduct Sailor‑centric deck‑plate training, material review, program auditing, and naval readiness support for Navy surface ships, enhancing overall proficiency and material readiness.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, schedule, and conduct ship ORCA assessments and training visits to improve Sailor proficiency in maintenance systems.
• Lead a team of SMEs to:
  • Solicit fleet feedback and document adequacy of workshop system configurations from user perspectives during ORCA inspections.
  • Perform Industrial Plant Equipment Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to expand inspection scope beyond identifying broken equipment.
  • Audit shipboard Industrial Plant Equipment against configuration data records and assist ships in preparing CKs for equipment not reflected in configuration data.
  • Identify prerequisite Navy training relative to afloat Industrial Plant Equipment use and highlight gaps where shipboard repair training may be deficient.

Location & Travel

Primary Work Location: Full time onsite in San Diego, CA. Candidates located in Everett, WA or Pearl Harbor, HI may be considered.

• This position involves up to 35% travel, including overseas/OCONUS locations, in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR).
• Typical travel destinations: Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Sasebo, Japan; Yokosuka, Japan; Singapore.

Physical Activity

• Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and hands‑on technical or instructor work on waterfront/shipboard environments.
• Might involve repetitive motion, talking, traversing shipboard environments (tight or confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision tasks.
• Must be physically able to climb up/down a pilot’s ladder to board a naval vessel underway at sea and stay aboard on a U.S. Naval vessel.

Compensation

The anticipated pay range is $90,000 – 110,000 per year. Actual compensation will be based on education, qualifications, and experience.

Security Clearance

Existing active or interim Secret security clearance required prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered.

Qualifications

• At least fifteen (15) years of supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and implementation of technical projects relevant to RATT.
• Maintenance/training staff experience (e.g., Immediate Superior In Charge, Type Commander, or Afloat Training Group).
• In‑depth knowledge of Navy ship depot level maintenance processes.
• In‑depth knowledge of the theory and workings of surface ship maintenance processes.
• Undergraduate or associate degree. In lieu of an acceptable degree, seven (7) years of demonstrated experience in a management role may be considered.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and support fast‑paced operational environments.
• Excellent personnel management and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least twenty‑five (25) years of relevant experience is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with at least some of the following platforms: Dock Landing Ships (LSD), Amphibious Transport Docks (LPD), Mine Counter Measure Ships (MCM), Littoral Combat Ship (LCS), Guided Missile Destroyers (DDG51/1000), Guided Missile Cruisers (CG), Guided Missile Frigates (FFGX), General Purpose Assault Ships (LHA), Multiple Purpose Assault Ships (LHD), Amphibious Command Ships (LCC).

Benefits

• 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 Statement

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. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact [e-mail] or (571) 215‑0077.