Lead Combat Systems SME

Sayres Defense

$90K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 15 years of supervisory experience in combat systems.
  • Extensive experience as a Senior Training Officer (STO), Combat Systems Maintenance Manager (CSMM), Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW), or in equivalent roles.
  • Proven track record in supporting AEGIS and/or SSDS combat systems.
  • Experience in maintenance and training staff functions (TYCOM, ISIC, ATG, or similar).
  • Thorough knowledge of Navy combat systems maintenance processes.
  • An Associate or Bachelor’s degree is preferred, with 25+ years of experience being highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of combat systems readiness.
  • Evaluate the execution of maintenance and assess material condition.
  • Review AEGIS, SSDS, and other combat system operations for effectiveness.
  • Advise ship leadership on risks related to readiness and suggest corrective actions.
  • Develop and submit technical reports with actionable recommendations.

Benefits

  • Occasional travel opportunities to various Navy fleet concentration areas.
  • Primary work location in San Diego, CA with some flexibility for travel.
  • Engagement in high-impact assessment and advisory roles within Navy combat systems.
Full Job Description
Sayres is seeking an experienced Lead Combat Systems SME in San Diego, CA with a SECRET clearance, verifiable in DISS.

Position Summary

The Lead Combat Systems SME provides expert assessments of Navy combat systems readiness, maintenance programs, and operational effectiveness.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct combat systems readiness assessments.
  • Evaluate maintenance execution and material condition.
  • Review AEGIS, SSDS, and related combat system operations.
  • Advise ship leadership on readiness risks and corrective actions.
  • Develop technical reports and recommendations.

Qualifications
  • Minimum 15 years supervisory experience.
  • Extensive experience as STO, CSMM, CSOOW, or equivalent.
  • Experience supporting AEGIS and/or SSDS combat systems.
  • Maintenance/training staff experience (TYCOM, ISIC, ATG, or equivalent).
  • Thorough knowledge of Navy combat systems maintenance processes.
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 25+ years highly desirable.


Occasional travel may be required. Support is primarily based in San Diego, CA, with occasional travel to Navy fleet concentration areas including Everett, WA; Pearl Harbor, HI; Sasebo, Japan; Yokosuka, Japan; and Singapore, as well as other customer locations as required.

Salary Range: $90,000-$140,000, commensurate with experience.Compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and market considerations.

The position description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this position. The incumbents may be requested to perform position-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

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