Senior AEGIS Fire Control Systems Instructor

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT); United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) seeks a Senior Training Specialist for the AEGIS Enlisted FCS Instructor at ATRC Dahlgren, VA. You will train Navy personnel in operation, maintenance, and tactical employment of Fire Control System equipment, translating complex concepts into effective classroom, simulator, and hands-on sessions.

The role requires advanced technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to deliver instruction that meets Navy standards while maintaining

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret and apply technical manuals, schematics, procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to instruct both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Minimum of 5 years of USN experience as a Fire Controlman.
• Navy NECs: 9502/805A or AQD: 2MT; NEC: V28A or AQD KW2

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and deliver technical and operational instruction for enlisted personnel assigned to Fire Control System and associated weapons-system functions.
• Conduct classroom, laboratory, simulator, and hands-on training covering FCS operation, system functionality, equipment interfaces, casualty response, troubleshooting, maintenance concepts, and weapons-system integration.
• Evaluate student knowledge and practical performance through written examinations, demonstrations, practical assessments, and qualification events.
• Provide individualized coaching and remediation to personnel who require additional training.
• Maintain accurate training records, qualification documentation, lesson plans, examinations, and student performance records.
• Ensure instruction complies with Navy training standards, command policies, technical publications, and applicable qualification requirements.
• Train personnel to recognize abnormal system conditions, respond appropriately to equipment casualties, and apply established troubleshooting and casualty-control procedures.
• Incorporate operational experience and lessons learned into training programs to improve student readiness and system proficiency.
• Coordinate with instructors, watch teams, technicians, supervisors, and leadership to identify training deficiencies and readiness requirements.
• Maintain currency in applicable radar, combat-system, training, and safety procedures.
• Inspect and maintain training equipment, simulators, instructional materials, and laboratory spaces to ensure they remain safe and operational.
• Mentor junior Sailors and developing technicians in technical proficiency, professional development, watchstanding, and Navy standards.
• Participate in curriculum reviews and recommend improvements based on fleet experience, system updates, student performance, and emerging training requirements.
• Enforce appropriate safety, security, information-protection, and classified-material handling procedures when applicable.
• Support command readiness by ensuring assigned personnel achieve and maintain required technical and operational qualifications.

Skills

Navy

Strategic Objectives

Training Needs Assessment

Training Techniques

Job description

General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) seeks a Senior Training Specialist for the AEGIS Enlisted FCS Instructor at ATRC Dahlgren, VA. You will train Navy personnel in operation, maintenance, and tactical employment of Fire Control System equipment, translating complex concepts into effective classroom, simulator, and hands-on sessions.

The role requires advanced technical knowledge, leadership, and the ability to deliver instruction that meets Navy standards while maintaining