Temporary Damage Control (DC) Fire Assessor

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. seeks a temp-to-hire Damage Control (DC) Fire Assessor in Norfolk, VA to provide technical and SME guidance for Navy surface ships, focusing on damage control and fire safety readiness.

The role involves inspections, reports, training, and on-site support across Hampton Roads and overseas sites; requires Navy experience, security clearance, and US citizenship.

Qualifications

• Significant naval shipboard work experience supporting U.S. Navy surface ships.
• Experience with maintaining confidentiality and government information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and project-management tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site SME representation for damage control, maintenance and modernization of ships.
• Plan and conduct DC Fire Safety Program inspections aboard surface platforms.
• Review guides and drills per NSTMs and NAVSEA manuals; ensure safety compliance.
• Submit weekly electronic action reports and track key event totals.
• Offer guidance to CNSL leadership and shipboard personnel on DC/Fire systems.
• Respond to inquiries during business hours and support shipboard visits.
• Support shipboard drills, training, and Crew Move Aboard assessments.
• Prepare after-action reports and document shipboard visits.

Skills

Naval shipboard experience

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational leadership

Time management

Analytical thinking

Confidentiality

Secret clearance

U.S. Citizenship

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is seeking a temp-to-hire Damage Control (DC) Fire Assessor in Norfolk, VA.

Job Summary

The DC Fire Assessor shall provide technical and subject‑matter expertise to include analysis, coordination, scheduling, and logistics in support of U.S. Navy Surface Force ships to sustain or improve Damage Control material and operational readiness under the Damage Control/Fire Assessment Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide on‑site representation to serve as a technical and subject‑matter specialist applying professional engineering knowledge and concepts in support of initiatives associated with damage control, maintenance, repair, and modernization of U.S. Navy surface ships.
• Plan and execute all aspects of Damage Control Fire Safety Program inspections aboard all surface combatant platforms, including monitoring enforcement of Naval Safety Standards, Hazardous Material (HAZMAT) and Hazardous Waste (HAZWASTE) stowage, analyzing watch bills for compliance with established standards, and overall sustainment and enforcement of the CNSL (Fire Safety Assessment Program (FSAP) Damage Control program.
• Provide review and approval of tactical scenario exercise guides and drill guides based on government‑provided guidance parameters and knowledge of Navy Damage Control publications and Navy Standard Technical Manuals (NSTMs), including but not limited to Surface Ship Firefighting (S9086‑S3‑STM‑010/555V1), NAVSEA Technical Publication for Industrial Ship Safety Manual for Fire Prevention and Response (S0570‑AC‑CCM‑010/8010) (NAVSEA 8010).
• Provide support for the submission of an electronic weekly summary report of completed actions and running totals of key events as defined by the government.
• Provide technical guidance recommendations to CNSL N45, Force Damage Control Officer, Program Managers, and surface ships in compliance with all CNSP/CNSL instructions and policies for Shipboard Damage Control and Firefighting Systems, specifically ships in maintenance availability.
• Provide on‑site subject‑matter expert response to in‑person, telephone or e‑mail inquiries or concerns regarding the CNSP/CNSL Fire Safety Assessment Program during normal office hours if not already engaged in out‑of‑office CNSP/CNSL Fire Safety Assessment Program matters.
• Provide shipboard support to facilitate Damage Control oversight onboard U.S. Navy Surface Vessels via in‑person visits to CNSL ships in port.
• Provide shipboard Damage Control Drill Briefing and Drill support for shipboard Damage Control Drill Briefs on board Naval Installations and private shipyards within the Hampton Roads area.
• Provide Damage Control Drill Training support shipboard with partner command events (if needed) onboard Naval Installations and private shipyards within the Hampton Roads area, Rota, Spain and Mayport, FL.
• Provide shipboard Fire Safety Assessment support to complete shipboard Fire Safety Assessments in support of CNSP/CNSL FSAP onboard Naval Installations and private shipyards within the Hampton Roads area, Rota, Spain and Mayport, FL.
• Provide shipboard Crew Move Aboard Assessment support to complete Crew Move Aboard Assessments.
• Submit and file electronic after‑action reports upon completion of shipboard visits listed above via MS Office product and/or government‑provided IT system.

Required Qualifications

• Significant naval shipboard work experience as military, civil service, or contractor (E‑7 or GS‑12 or higher) supporting U.S. Navy surface ship operation and/or maintenance.
• Five (5) years’ experience within the last five (5) years of operation and maintenance of shipboard Damage Control and Chemical Biological Radiological Defense (CBRD) systems and equipment.
• Five (5) years’ experience within the last five (5) years with shipboard Damage Control Training and Navy Fire Fighting techniques, policy, and programs, including NAVSEA 8010 Manual.
• Five (5) years’ experience in conducting and/or reviewing compliance audits, certifications, and assessments.
• Experience in developing, tracking, and monitoring metrics and/or conducting deep‑dive analysis in Naval Engineering subject area.
• Eight (8) Years Of Navy Damage Control/Firefighting Experience Preferred.
• Two (2) years’ experience working with NAVSEA Technical Publication, Industrial Ship Safety Manual for Fire Prevention and Response (S0570‑AC‑CCM‑010/8010).
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office applications and other project management tools and software.
• Effective oral, written, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong customer focus and effective interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Professional and mature demeanor in all conduct with all levels of employees.
• Strong time management skills, prioritization, and follow through.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of employees with professionalism and tact.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• Pursuant to the various government contractual requirements, all applicants must be a U.S. Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Duty and Government Service U.S. Navy experience in NAVSEA/Regional Maintenance Center/Shipyard domains is a plus.

Pay Range

The pay range for this role is $65,000.00 to $75,000.00 annually. This is a reasonable estimate for this role. Individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

ADA Notations

Frequently required to sit for long periods of time, stand, walk and may occasionally lift and move 25 pounds. Ability to travel by car, air or other means of transportation. Ability to climb aboard ships and military vessels, if required. Typical office environment.

Epsilon Systems Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.