SSDS Combat Systems SME

National Guard Employment Network$100K — $140K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of experience with Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Combat Systems suite
  • Experience as an Electronics Material Officer (EMO) on SSDS-equipped ships
  • 15+ years of experience with U.S. Navy network and communications systems
  • Recent operational maintenance experience with U.S. Navy electronic warfare systems
  • 15+ years of experience with gunnery systems aboard warships
  • 15+ years of experience with stand-alone missile systems aboard warships
  • Willingness for extensive CONUS and OCONUS travel

Responsibilities

  • Provide expert technical guidance on SSDS and related combat systems
  • Support shipboard personnel with troubleshooting combat systems issues
  • Enhance operations and maintenance practices for combat systems
  • Improve overall combat systems readiness across surface ships
  • Deliver Sailor-centric training as part of RATT
  • Assist with technical proficiency and material condition evaluations

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time, Contract

Description

This position is contingent upon contract award

Overview

The Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Combat Systems Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Pacific Fleet (CNSP) as part of the Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT). The RATT provides direct, Sailor-centric training and technical assistance to surface ships to improve technical proficiency, material condition, organic capability, and overall readiness.

The SSDS Combat Systems SME provides expert-level technical guidance and hands-on support for SSDS and associated shipboard combat systems. Working directly with shipboard personnel, the SME helps strengthen technical knowledge, troubleshoot combat systems and interface issues, improve operations and maintenance practices, and enhance overall combat systems readiness.

Location

San Diego, CA, with extensive travel in support of shipboard RATT visits throughout CONUS and OCONUS locations

Requirements

Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 15 years of experience with the technical aspects of operating and maintaining the Ship Self Defense System (SSDS) Combat Systems suite
  • SSDS experience comparable to that of an Electronics Material Officer (EMO) aboard ships equipped with SSDS
  • Minimum 15 years of technical experience with the operation and maintenance of U.S. Navy network and communications systems, supporting systems, and interfaces with associated shipboard systems
  • Direct operational and maintenance experience within the last five years with U.S. Navy electronic warfare and countermeasures systems currently employed in the Fleet, including:
    • AN/SLQ-32 Electronic Warfare Suite
    • AN/SLQ-25 NIXIE Torpedo Decoy System
    • NULKA Active Missile Decoy System
    • Mk 36 Super Rapid Bloom Offboard Countermeasures (SRBOC) and Decoy Launching System
  • Minimum 15 years of experience operating and maintaining gunnery systems aboard warships or military auxiliaries
  • Minimum 15 years of experience operating and maintaining stand-alone missile systems aboard warships
  • Ability and willingness to support extensive CONUS and OCONUS travel for shipboard RATT visits

Security Clearance
  • Must possess and maintain a SECRET clearance

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:
  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Salary Description

$100,000 - $140,000

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