ASW Training Specialist

Training Specialist Senior

Make meaningful contributions that fuel critical outcomes for some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects. Join GDIT as a Training Specialist Senior for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As a Training Specialist Senior, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of SCSTC Detachment Southwest. You will play a crucial role in Undersea Warfare (USW) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to develop, organize, and deliver Combat System and SONAR Operation training. As a Training Specialist, the candidate will conduct both classroom and scenario-based shipboard instruction for critical tactical watch stations, including SONAR Supervisor and Acoustic Sensor Operator (ASO). A primary focus of the role is instructing Officers and Sailors in the tactical employment of the ASW SONAR Suite and the integration of embedded training systems such as the Surface ASW Synthetic Trainer (SAST) and Battle Force Tactical Trainer (BFTT). The ideal candidate brings a strong background in ASW mission planning and tactical communication, and will provide expert support for SCSTC curriculum development as required. Coordinates the development and delivery of complex ASW training programs and related materials in support of customer training objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

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

Experience: 5+ years of related experience Technical skills: Proven expertise as a qualified SONAR Supervisor and Acoustic Sensor Operator-S (ASO-S) on AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 combat systems.

Security clearance level: Must possess active Secret Clearance.

Role requirements:

• Demonstrated hands-on experience utilizing and integrating shipboard and shore-based embedded training systems, specifically Trainer Control Workstation (TCW), the Surface ASW Synthetic Trainer (SAST), and Battle Force Tactical Trainer (BFTT).
• Must be a qualified Navy Instructor (NEC 805A) with a strong background in curriculum development and delivering high-stakes military training.
• Must have extensive shipboard experience executing complex fleet-level exercises and CRUDES Basic Phase Training Cycles.
• Demonstrated experience in modernization efforts, such as overhauling courses, authoring Standard Operating Procedures, and conducting pilot courses to guarantee curriculum effectiveness.
• Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing. Travel may be required up to 10% of time.

Additional Preferred Qualifications :

• A strong background in Sailor development, including mentoring junior instructors, leading divisions, and managing qualification progress.
• Proven expertise utilizing the Combat Systems Operational Sequencing System (CSOSS) and driving operational readiness as an active member or leader of a Combat Systems Training Team (CSTT).
• A strong background in Acoustic Analysis and Target Motion Analysis.
• A strong working knowledge of maintenance requirements for the AN/SQQ-89A(V)15 SONAR system(s) and associated Auxiliary equipment as well as SVTT (Surface Vessel Torpedo Tubes).
• Designation Letters for ASWC and SUWC a significant plus.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

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: 10-25%

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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