Primary Location: Fredericksburg, VA (or as specified by contract requirements)
Clearance: Active Secret
Ability to work remotely: No (Due to clearance requirements and collaborative training environment)
Job Summary
Obsidian Solutions Group is seeking a Senior-Level Surface Warfare Combat Training Continuum (SWCTC) professional to oversee and manage the comprehensive SWCTC program supporting Navy surface warfare training and readiness. This position requires an experienced training professional with advanced analytical capabilities and deep understanding of surface warfare tactics and procedures. The successful candidate will lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the SWCTC program, coordinate with multiple stakeholders across the Navy training enterprise, and provide expert-level tactical guidance. This role combines strategic program management with hands-on training development and data analysis to enhance surface warfare competency across the fleet.
Specific Responsibilities
- Oversee completion and maintenance of SWCTC related instructions and administrative products including level of knowledge databases, program instructions, surface tactical training syllabi, training and readiness matrix instructions, and SWCTC naval messages
- Assist in development of SWCTC Campaign Plan including major milestones and pilot program coordination with SMWDC HQ, Divisions, PMS339, Commander Naval Surface Forces Pacific (CNSP), and other stakeholders
- Develop tactical training programs utilizing SWCTC to increase warfighting abilities across all Surface Warfare Areas, following guidance from COMNAVAIRFORINST 3502.1, COMNAVSURFPAC/COMNAVSURFLANTINST 3502.7 and 3502.2, COMNAVSURFORINST 2501.1, and NAVSURFMINEWARDEVCENINST S2501.2
- Recommend simulator strategies for training systems and coordinate implementation with SMWDC HQ, Divisions, and PMS339
- Define key contributing factors in generating tactical competence and their relationship to individual and team performance in SWCTC
- Develop watch-station competency pathways through assessment of watch-standers and trainers, establishing data-driven competency baselines for targeted watch-stations
- Demonstrate methods to assess competency and identify trainee performance gaps with platform extensibility throughout the combat training ecosystem
- Provide written recommendations for Standardized Assessment Mechanisms and Qualifiers for SWCTC
- Develop and maintain Level of Knowledge (LOK) test banks encompassing tactical questions across all warfare areas for Combat Information Center (CIC) tactical watch-standers on all Navy surface combatant ships (CRUDES, Amphibious, and Littoral units)
- Review tactical publications (NTTPs, NWPs, OPTASKs, TACMEMOs) and recommend necessary changes or updates
- Oversee proper and timely administration of monthly LOK quizzes aboard all Navy surface ships, acting as conduit between SWCTC/SMWDC and the fleet
- Coordinate with SWCTC data science team in evaluation and analysis of fleet data, including dashboard improvements for TYCOM, ISICs, and individual units
- Provide subject matter expertise on tactical and operational warfare topics for data exploration, analysis, exploitation, and result interpretation
- Generate, manage, and communicate feedback on tactical performance and participation for SWCTC lines of effort including level of knowledge and practical performance assessments
- Communicate with representatives and leadership at training commands and fleet units to address questions, concerns, and feedback relating to SWCTC program
- Act as Navy Surface Warfare Subject Matter Expert providing recommendations and solutions to SWCTC Director and Deputy Director on all SWCTC program matters
Required Qualifications
- Current Security Clearance of SECRET
- Either a Master's Degree in STEM or training-analysis related subject, OR at least 10 years of recent experience in electronic training systems, training evaluation, training data analysis, and root-cause analysis
- Working knowledge of basic analysis using tools such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power BI, Qlik, Databricks, Tableau, and/or Python (with Pandas, Matplotlib, NumPy, SciPy, Seaborn, etc.)
- Experience drafting U.S. Navy documents and administrative products (instructions, TACMEMOs, publications, naval messages, etc.)
- At least 4 years of recent experience leading and training functional teams in warfare related topics with responsibility equivalent to Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) Department Head tour
- Expert understanding of all tactical warfare publications (NTTPs, NWPs, OPTASKs, TACMEMOs) and at least 4 years' experience in their practical application at sea
- Working knowledge as team member using JIRA or similar software for agile team management (preferred)
- Recent experience working in or with training departments of Afloat Training Group, Surface Warfare Officer School, or major Navy staff (Commander Naval Surface Forces Pacific/Atlantic/Numbered Fleet)
- Strong understanding of Navy training and qualification systems
- Experience with combat training continuum development and implementation
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex training programs and coordinate with multiple stakeholders
- Knowledge of surface warfare tactics across all mission areas (ASW, SUW, MIW, AMW, IAMD)
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
- Ability to work in office and training environments with classified computer systems
- Must be able to handle classified materials in accordance with security protocols
- May require extended periods of data analysis and computer-based work
- Work environment includes coordination with fleet units and training commands
- Ability to present
Travel
- Regular travel required to fleet units, test facilities, and combat systems development locations
- Travel may include participation in sea trials, weapons testing events, and system evaluations
- Occasional travel to defense contractors and technical organizations for system development coordination
Company Description
Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer's mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a certified 8(a), service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.
A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.
Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer's expectations.
Disclaimer
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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