Job Description
Job Description
Description :
This position is contingent upon successful contract award.
Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused professional to serve as a Mid-Level Advanced Tactical Training - AMW 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, CAMine Warfare (MIW) Division, San Diego, CASea Combat (SC) Division, San Diego, CAIntegrated Air & Missile Defense (IAMD) Division, Dahlgren, VAAmphibious Warfare (AMW) Division, Little Creek, VAResponsibilities include, but not limited to :
Operate and oversee the Ship Self-Defense System (SSDS) across multiple platforms, ensuring readiness and effectiveness in combat operationsLead 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 exercisesAssist 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 qualificationConduct qualitative and quantitative assessments of war-fighting readiness, capabilities, and capacity, leveraging data analysis methods to support system performance and operational efficiency evaluationsCreate 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 AccessRequirements :
Security Clearance : Possess current SECRET Security ClearanceExperience :Minimum of 10 years of experience working with SSDS systems
Minimum of 8 years of experience onboard an SSDS-equipped platformExperience in Strike Group, Fleet, Major Training Commands, Systems Testing Commands, or equivalent military organizations planningQualified 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)Tactical Action Officer (TAO) Qualification LetterSkills :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 presentationsPreferred Attributes
Experience as a Weapon Tactics Instructor (WTI) (AMW)Strong analytical skills to assess and improve tactical training and operational strategiesExcellent communication and collaboration abilities for interfacing with Navy leadership and cross-functional teamsThe 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.
Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Prevailance provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include :
Medical InsuranceTriCare SupplementalDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage401(k) Plan with Company Matching ContributionsPaid Time Off (PTO)11 Paid HolidaysEducation Reimbursement ProgramComputing Device Reimbursement ProgramPrevailance, 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.