Navy Training Instructor
Noblis
Navy Training Instructor
Noblis
Nonprofit federal contractor delivering systems engineering
**This is for an upcoming opportunity
Join a mission-driven team supporting PMS 339 and help prepare Navy Sailors to safely and effectively operate surface ship systems. As a Navy Training Instructor, DSAGT, you will deliver hands-on, operationally relevant training for Navy surface training systems—drawing on real-world fleet experience to develop curriculum, instruct Sailors, and evaluate training effectiveness across multiple platforms and locations. Your work directly supports fleet readiness, safe operations, and mission success.
Work independently and with a team. Provide instruction to students on the skills to assess, troubleshoot and operate within specifications. Instruction is focused on preventive maintenance, Steering and Thrust Control Watchstation operations, alignment of systems in accordance with Engineering Operational Sequencing System (EOSS), technical publication guidance, and Sound Shipboard Operating Principles and Procedures. Must have knowledge in Shipboard Deck Systems: Anchor systems, accom ladders, shipboard cranes, boat handling systems, RHIBs, FAS systems/sliding padeyes, retractable chocks/bitts, hangar/stern doors/gates, weapons elevators.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate independently and as part of a high-performing team in a fast-paced training environment
- Deliver classroom and hands-on instruction to Sailors, focused on assessing, troubleshooting, and operating shipboard systems to spec
- Provide instruction specifically supporting Steering and Thrust Control Watchstation operations
- Train Sailors on proper system alignment and operation in accordance with EOSS
- Reinforce Sound Shipboard Operating Principles and Procedures (SSOPP) and best practices
- Guide students in the use of technical publications, diagrams, and references used in fleet operations
- Support continuous improvement of training programs by applying fleet lessons learned and operational feedback
- Evaluate established programs and procedures for new construction and modernization efforts
- Provide direct support to Navy client concerning upkeep and development of classroom and laboratories
- Provide guidance to external agency SMEs in training program design and development
- Evaluate effectiveness of training programs and equipment
These positions can be executed in one of the following locations: Norfolk, VA and San Diego, CA
Level I: ($53,900 - $84,200)
- Bachelor's degree in any discipline OR 7+ years of relevant naval experience
- 5+ years professional experience in curriculum development
- Navy Instructor Experience
- Interim Secret Security Clearance to be able to start
- Must be a current US Citizen
Required Specialized Experience:
Must have knowledge in Shipboard Deck Systems including:
- Anchor systems
- Accommodation ladders
- Shipboard cranes
- Boat handling systems, RHIBs
- FAS systems/sliding padeyes
- Retractable chocks/bitts
- Hangar/stern doors/gates
- Weapons elevators
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Alignment of systems in accordance with EOSS and CSOSS
Level II: ($65,200 - $101,950)
- Additional senior-level oversight and program management
- Works with greater independence and leadership responsibility
Required Experience For Senior Position:
- Leadership in curriculum development initiatives
- Advanced knowledge of shipboard deck systems
- Program evaluation and quality assurance
- Mentoring of junior instructors
- Advanced degree and/or Navy Training Systems discipline experience
- 10+ years professional experience in curriculum development
- Extensive Navy Instructor Experience
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation’s toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers’ most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.
We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at careers.noblis.org
Why Work at Noblis
At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.
Noblis has earned numerous workplace awards for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.
Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us.
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At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Benefits page on our Careers site.
Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis’ total compensation package.
Noblis is a nonprofit science, technology, and strategy organization that provides technical services and research to U.S. federal government agencies. It wins federal contracts and grants to deliver services such as systems engineering, program management, data analytics, cybersecurity, AI, and digital transformation across defense, homeland security, intelligence, and civil agencies. It differentiates itself by applying applied sciences and model-based engineering across multi-cloud environments and by partnering with small businesses to fulfill contracts, with research leading to patented technologies like DNA data storage and secure authentication. Its goal is to advance public-interest technology solutions through rigorous research and mission-focused programs that improve national security, public safety, and government operations.
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