Job Description
Description
SAIC is in need of a career U.S. Navy Surface Warfare Officer to provide surface warfare expertise in support of advanced, high-level pre-deployment training to Expeditionary Strike Groups, Amphibious Ready Groups/Marine Expeditionary Units, Carrier Strike Groups, and other military forces.
This position is for someone who is passionate about training and ensuring our Naval Forces are fully trained and ready for deployment.
Place of performance is San Diego, CA, with occasional travel to Fleet Concentration Areas. Work is in support of war games and integrated fleet training. The potential for telework is only due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and telework is only intermittent. Most work is done on-site at customer location.
As a subject matter expert in Surface Warfare (SUW), you will:
- Support development and execution of advanced military war games, scenario-based training, and other curricula as part of fleet training requirements for Expeditionary Strike Groups, Carrier Strike Groups, Amphibious Ready Groups, and Marine Expeditionary Units, to include both the command element and subordinate commanders and staffs
- Maintain professional knowledge and currency in SUW developments
- Provide SME support to EWTGP in latest USN doctrine, tactics, & all related systems for SUW
- Liaise with other Navy centers of excellence on latest tactics, techniques and procedures for SUW
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
- Must be able to obtain DoD interim Secret clearance prior to start date
- Bachelor’s Degree – no specific discipline
- Minimum of 20 years demonstrated expertise in planning, implementation and execution of surface warfare tactics, direction and employment of units, and coordination requirements between warships, warfare commanders, subordinate units, and higher headquarters.
- Minimum qualification - TAO (Tactical Action Officer) or equivalent. Experience as officer on DESRON staff, CSG staff, ARG staff, or ESG staff desired.
- In-depth understanding of warfare staff roles and responsibilities
- Thorough knowledge of surface warship capabilities and limitations
- Experience translating training objectives into a comprehensive training exercise
Overview
SAIC is a premier technology integrator solving our nation's modernization and readiness challenges. Our offerings across defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets include high-end solutions in engineering, IT, and mission outcomes. We integrate the best components from our portfolio with our partner's ecosystem to deliver innovative and effective solutions. We are 25,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, VA, SAIC has annual revenues of nearly $7.1 billion. For information, visit saic.com or Working at SAIC for benefits details. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer empowering people no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and respectful work culture that values all.
