Senior Advanced Tactical Training Support (SSDS SME)

Description

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

Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused Senior Advanced Tactical Training Support Analyst specializing in the Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) to support the Commander Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC). This role will be critical in advancing SMWDC’s mission to improve the lethality and tactical proficiency of the Surface Force across multiple warfare domains. Travel may be required for this position. 

SMWDC’s mission is realized through four primary lines of operation:

1. Advanced Tactical Training
2. Doctrine and Tactical Guidance Development
3. Operational Support
4. Capability Assessment, Experimentation, and Requirements

The Senior Analyst will provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) to support SMWDC in individual, unit-level, and group instruction, training assessment, Warfare Tactics Instructor (WTI) program support, and the review, development, or update of operational or tactical doctrine. 

Support services for SMWDC are required across multiple sites, including:

• SMWDC Headquarters (HQ) in 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:

• Provide expert guidance and technical expertise in evaluating fleet readiness, warfighting capability, and SSDS operational procedures
• Support Advanced Tactical Training and operational support for SSDS-equipped platforms
• Collaborate with Strike Group, Fleet, and Major Training Commands to optimize tactical training and combat systems evaluation
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative assessments to support warfighting readiness and capability evaluations
• Develop and update operational procedures to align with SMWDC’s goals in SSDS employment and readiness

Requirements

• Security Clearance: TS/SCI clearance required at the time of proposal submission
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 12 years of experience with the Surface Navy’s combat systems, C5I, networks, and weapons systems, with at least 5 years in a military capacity
  • Experience in Strike Group, Fleet, Major Training Commands, Systems Testing Commands, or equivalent military organizations
  • At least 5 years of experience aboard Navy aircraft carriers or amphibious ships equipped with the Ship Self Defense System (SSDS)
  • Qualified in a watch station with authority to employ SSDS, such as Tactical Action Officer (TAO), Combat Direction Center (CDC) Watch Officer, or Battle Watch Captain
• Required Qualifications:
  • Possession of a Tactical Action Officer Qualification letter
  • Experience in qualitative and quantitative assessment methods for warfighting readiness evaluations
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Word

Preferred Attributes

• Strong analytical and organizational skills for tactical assessment and training support
• Effective communication and teamwork skills for collaboration with Navy training commands

Why Prevailance? We offer a mission-driven environment where your expertise will contribute to shaping the future capabilities and operational proficiency of the Surface Force. Join a team committed to excellence, innovation, and supporting the Navy’s warfighting readiness!

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