SCANTS Vessel Simulation Administrator

ITC Federal, Inc.; Quaker Hill (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental and Vision

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

FSA

11 Paid Federal Holidays

3 weeks Paid Time Off

Job summary

ITC Federal, LLC in New London, CT is seeking a Shipboard Control and Navigation Training System (SCANTS) Vessel Simulation Administrator to support USCGA. This onsite role applies maritime and bridge-operations experience to cadet and student training on a high-fidelity shipboard simulator.

The SCANTS Administrator operates and maintains the simulator, runs training scenarios, coordinates maintenance with third‑party support, and conducts role‑based exercises to ensure mission readiness.

Qualifications

• Active Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of maritimeRules of the road (U.S. Inland and International).
• Experience with maritime bridge consoles, including ECDIS and radar.
• Experience developing and conducting training scenarios in higher-education or service academy.
• Maritime afloat experience with bridge leadership.
• USCG afloat expertise contributing to merchant mariner credentialing.

Responsibilities

• Perform system operation and student training in accordance with user manuals and lesson plans.
• Load and configure training scenarios in preparation for training evolutions and student feedback sessions.
• Simulate target vessel activity by responding to radio calls from traffic vessels, using proper radiotelephone communications procedures in accordance with CGTTP 6-1.1 (series).
• Perform role-based exercises — including lookout, commanding officer, and traffic vessels — simulating internal and external communications as required by the training scenario.
• Operate and maintain shipboard simulation systems, coordinating maintenance and repair activities with third-party maintenance support as necessary.

Skills

Public Trust clearance

Maritime rules of the road

ECDIS and radar displays

Training scenario development

Bridge-operations experience

Tools

Wärtsilä simulation

Job description

Overview

JOB TITLE: Shipboard Control and Navigation Training System (SCANTS) Vessel Simulation Administrator

GOVERNMENT AGENCY: U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA)

POSITION INFORMATION: Full-time

LOCATION: New London, CT; Onsite

POSITION TIMING: Position requires candidates to obtain a Public Trust clearance which can take 4-6 weeks to process and must be complete prior to starting employment

• Health
• Dental and Vision
• 401(k)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 3 weeks' Paid Time Off

ITC Federal is seeking a motivated, mission-focused SCANTS Vessel Simulation Administrator to join our team in New London, CT. This is an onsite position supporting the U.S. Coast Guard Academy (USCGA). This role offers the opportunity to apply direct maritime and bridge-operations experience to support cadet and student training on a high-fidelity shipboard simulation platform.

The SCANTS Vessel Simulation Administrator operates and maintains the Shipboard Control and Navigation Training System used to deliver bridge simulation training in support of USCGA instruction. This role runs training scenarios, plays supporting roles during exercises (such as traffic vessels, lookout, or commanding officer), and coordinates system maintenance to keep the simulator platform mission-ready.

ITC Federal, LLC (ITC) connects technology advancements in automation and AI, customer experience, and financial services to solve government mission challenges, enabling smoother operational efficiency and bolstering national security. We leverage the latest technology innovations and proven approaches to better serve the mission and support the DHS, DOJ, and DoW workforce, customers, and programs, regardless of scale or complexity. ITC is located in Fairfax, VA and offers outstanding compensation and benefits plan and a challenging and rewarding professional work environment.

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ITC, you'll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Perform system operation and student training in accordance with user manuals and lesson plans.
• Load and configure training scenarios in preparation for training evolutions and student feedback sessions.
• Simulate target vessel activity by responding to radio calls from traffic vessels, using proper radiotelephone communications procedures in accordance with CGTTP 6-1.1 (series).
• Perform role-based exercises — including lookout, commanding officer, and traffic vessels — simulating internal and external communications as required by the training scenario.
• Operate and maintain shipboard simulation systems, coordinating maintenance and repair activities with third-party maintenance support as necessary.

REQUIRED:

• Active Public Trust clearance or ability to obtain.
• Working knowledge of maritime rules of the road, including both U.S. Inland and International Rules.
• Knowledge of and operational experience with maritime bridge console components, including Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) and radar displays.
• Direct operational experience developing and conducting training scenarios within a higher-education or service academy institution.
• Maritime afloat experience with operational bridge leadership.
• USCG afloat expertise contributing to required training factors supporting merchant mariner credentialing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Familiarity with Wärtsilä simulation and training solutions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Candidate must be able to function in a bridge-simulator training lab and general office environment on the USCGA campus.
• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position at a simulator console for extended periods during training evolutions.
• The person in this position must be able to move around the simulator facility and campus as needed to support training setup, exercises, and coordination with instructional staff.

ITC Federal is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and will not discriminate against any application for employment on the basis of age, race, color, gender, national origin, religion, creed, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military status, disability, or sex including pregnancy and childbirth or related medical condition or on any other basis prohibited by law.