Mid-Level Advanced Tactical Training SSDS

Description

This position is contingent upon successful contract proposal submission and award.

Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused professional to serve as a Mid-Level Advanced Tactical Training SSDS for the Commander, Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC). In this role, you will provide tactical and operational expertise to enhance the readiness and effectiveness of the Surface Force across multiple warfare domains. Occasional travel may be required.

About SMWDC:
SMWDC’s mission focuses on advancing the Navy's Surface Force through four key areas:

• Advanced Tactical Training
• Doctrine and Tactical Guidance Development
• Operational Support
• Capability Assessment, Experimentation, and Requirements

Support Locations:
This role provides support across various SMWDC sites, including:

• SMWDC Headquarters, San Diego, CA
• Mine Warfare (MIW) Division, San Diego, CA
• Sea Combat (SC) Division, San Diego, CA
• Integrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Division, Dahlgren, VA
• Amphibious Warfare (AMW) Division, Little Creek, VA

Responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Operate and oversee the Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) across multiple platforms, ensuring readiness and effectiveness in combat operations
• Lead the tactical operations and decision-making processes as a Tactical Action Officer (TAO) or Combat Direction Center (CDC) Watch Officer, exercising full authority to employ SSDS systems during real-world missions and training exercises
• Assist in integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) operations, with preference given to candidates qualified as a Weapon Tactics Instructor (WTI) in IAMD or with an Aviation Officer qualification
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative assessments of war-fighting readiness, capabilities, and capacity, leveraging data analysis methods to support system performance and operational efficiency evaluations
• Create and maintain comprehensive reports, presentations, and data sets to support operational and readiness evaluations, using Microsoft Office suite tools including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Access

Requirements

• Security Clearance: Active Top Secret / SCI clearance required at the time of proposal submission
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience working with SSDS systems
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience onboard an SSDS-equipped platform (Strike Group, Fleet, or Major Training Command)
  • Qualified and experienced in a watch station with the authority to employ SSDS (e.g., as a Tactical Action Officer (TAO) or Combat Direction Center (CDC) Watch Officer)
• Qualifications:
  • SSDS Tactical Action Officer
  • Air and Missile Defense Weapon Tactics Instructor
  • Aviation Officer Qualification
• Skills:
  • Strong experience with qualitative and quantitative assessment methods for evaluating war-fighting readiness, capabilities, and capacity
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word, for analysis, reporting, and presentations

Preferred Attributes

• Experience as a Weapon Tactics Instructor (WTI) in Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD)
• Strong analytical skills to assess and improve tactical training and operational strategies
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities for interfacing with Navy leadership and cross-functional teams

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the tactical deployment and operation of SSDS systems, including leadership roles on naval platforms. This individual will be responsible for overseeing system operations, evaluating war-fighting readiness, and utilizing both qualitative and quantitative assessments to ensure operational success. 

Why Prevailance?

At Prevailance, we are dedicated to supporting the Navy’s mission by driving operational readiness and excellence. As part of our team, you’ll contribute to shaping the future capabilities of the Surface Force in a dynamic, mission-driven environment.

Join us in advancing warfighting readiness and operational proficiency!

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.

Salary : $80,000 - $135,000