LCS Combat Systems / Operations Trainer at LCS Training Facility Pacific (LTFPAC)

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Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

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Job Description:

General Dynamics Information Technology is actively seeking a Littoral Combat Ship (LCS) Combat Systems/Operations Trainer and Subject Matter Expert (SME) having recently served on LCS or with operational Navy Surface Combat Systems Fleet experience.  Highly desired experience with Gun Weapons Systems, Anti-Ship Missile Systems, Tactical Data Links, GCCS-M, SAR, Navigation, and/or Surface Warfare.

Develops; organizes; and conducts Combat Systems/Operations training and educational programs for personnel assigned to Littoral Combat Ships.  Must be capable of conducting conventional knowledge-based classroom teaching and performance/scenario-based laboratory training.  The candidate would serve as an Instructor to train LCS sailors in tactical employment of the Combat Management System (CMS); associated weapons systems; system capabilities and limitations; employment of automated systems; mission planning and execution; and tactical communications.  When required, the candidate would provide subject matter expertise in support of curriculum development for LCS courses. 

HOW A TRAINING SPECIALIST SENIOR WILL MAKE AN IMPACT

• Must be prepared to support the Train to Qualify (T2Q) and TYCOM Training and Certification (TTC) processes utilizing shore-based trainer requiring dynamic assessment of watchstanders during integrated scenarios.

• Prepares; reviews; and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching.

• Supports Formal Course Reviews and Curriculum Updates; conducts training gap analysis and provides formal feedback / recommendations for Course improvement.

• Develops; tests; maintains; and delivers moderately complex Navy Combat Systems training programs and related materials in support of SCSTC training objectives.

• Establishes and reviews course content and objectives.

• Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.

• Maintains records of training activities; participant progress; and program effectiveness.

• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.

• Primary instruction in LCS-2 Combat Systems Manager (CSM) Capstone and LCS-2 Unit Tactical Training (UTT)/Crew Certification Training.  Additional trainer support required to act as Warfare Commander in scenario/lab-based training environments.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

Education:

Associates/Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, or work/military experience.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Curriculum Modification, Tactical Training, Team Training, Training, Training Techniques:

Certifications:

None:

Experience:

8 + years of related experience:

US Citizenship Required:

Yes:

Qualifications :

• Eight (8) years of experience with the applicable system or process as either a maintenance technician manager or operator manager with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in a master level training environment
• Relevant experience all facets of tactical warfare areas to include the employment and management of Hard-Kill/Soft-Kill Weapon systems, internal/external communications, and integration with Navy Surface, Air and Subsurface Warfare mission requirements

Of the eight years, two (2) years of experience as an Instructor in a formal Navy individual training environment, to include presentation skills, public speaking skills, curriculum maintenance, writing learning objectives, preparing test items, evaluating instructional materials and the results of instruction and counseling students on academic learning problems.:

One (1) year relevant experience using training systems/simulations for effective and correct presentation of learning objectives.:

Active Secret Security Clearance .:

Experience as an Instructor/Trainer and/or a Master/Afloat Training Specialist in support of SCSTC/TACTRAGRU/ATG is a significant plus.:

Candidate will be required to support a second shift work schedule on a rotational basis.:

• Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing
• Travel may be required up to 10% of time

Location: Client Site:

US Citizenship required.:

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

● 401K with company match ● Comprehensive health and wellness packages ● Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career ● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications ● Cutting-edge technology you can learn from:

#SanDiegoCombatSystems:

• The likely salary range for this position is $76,500 - $103,500
• This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary
• Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40:

Travel Required:

Less than 10%:

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite:

Work Location:

USA CA San Diego:

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards at GDIT:

• Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match
• To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave
• To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available
• We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans:

Work for Warriors is a no-cost employment program of the California Military Department for Service Members, Veterans, and military family members. The Veteran Staffing Consultant for General Dynamics Information Technology is Chuck Callahan.