• Instructor/Training Specialist (Navy)

    Dignitas Technologies LLC (Norfolk, VA)


    JOB DESCRIPTION

    Summary/Objective

    This requirement is for Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division (NSWCPD) Code 311, which is responsible for assisting PMS 339 with Hull Mechanical and Electrical (HM&E) Training development and for conducting interim training for DDG New Acquisition, DDG Modernization, and CG Modernization. Training Specialists will support CG 47, and DDG 51 HM&E modernization (MOD) programs, to include new construction DDG training events and system refresher training events held at various Naval Stations around the world. Instructional support may be expanded to include FFG(X) or other emerging programs. Training administration includes the development and/or revision of curriculums, agendas, engineering training team drills, walkthroughs and certifications, engineering and technical services applicable to the design, development of the CG 47,DDG 51, and other surface ship classes HM&E upgrades or modernization. The Training Specialists will independently oversee the crew present at events teaching and answering questions on the curriculum. Training Specialists may be required to support these events for up to twelve (12) hours a day, depending on course schedule.

     

    Work location is primarily Nolfok,VA.

    Essential Functions

    + Participate in a team of highly skilled professionals.

    + Coordinate with customer and technical leadership to develop and facilitate training.

    + Conduct DDG New Construction Training Events, Modernization Training Events, and various other technical training events at the shipyard, the local crew detachment, and at Land Based Engineering Site (LBES).

    + Develop, review, and revise curriculum to support watch stander training, certifications and qualifications.

    + Input and update student records in Corporate Enterprise Training Activity Resource System (CETARS) database.

    + Serve as Safety Observers during hot plant operations.

     

    Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

     

    Skills and Requirements

     

    + Five (5) years of experience as Navy instructor and Gas Turbine Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) qualification.

    + Certified as a Navy Master Training Specialist (MTS).

    + Ten (10) years of shipboard Gas Turbine Systems Technician Mechanical/Electrical (GSM/GSE) experience.

    + Experience with DDG Post-Modernization/New Construction Machinery Controls System (MCS).

    + Experience with instructional design for the U.S. Navy Interactive Learning Environment (ILE) and of experience in media production techniques and methods

    + Ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner via verbal presentations, producing written products, or otherwise informing senior stakeholders at the senior executive level.

    + Ability to juggle, manage, and complete multiple projects. Prior experience working on cross-functional teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment is a plus.

    + Experience with the Microsoft Office product suite, and the ability to learn new software.

     

    Supervisory Responsibility

     

    This position has no supervisory responsibilities but could occasionally direct some employees on the project.

     

    Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

     

    This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand but are not anticipated to be frequent. Training Specialists may be required to support training events for up to twelve (12) hours a day, depending on course schedule.

     

    Travel

     

    20-50% travel.

     

    Required Education and Experience

     

    High school diploma or GED.

     

    Must have Gas Turbine Experience as referenced above.

    Preferred Education

    Relevant technical certifications.

     

    Additional Eligibility Qualifications

     

    Ability to obtain a clearance

     

    Must be a US Citizen

     

    Benefits

     

    Full-time employees are eligible for health, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; long term disability; flexible PTO and a retirement savings plan.

     

    AAP/EEO Statement

     

    Dignitas Technologies, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

    Other Duties

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.