Client Technologies Manager jobs in Virginia

Client First Technologies is currently seeking an AEGIS Fire Control System/Operational Readiness Test System (FCS/ORTS) Technician Trainer to support our team within a federal government environment. The FCS/ORTS Technician Trainer develops, organizes, and conducts training and educational programs for Fleet sailors in support of Aegis Training and Readiness Center. Training programs require ability to conduct traditional classroom instruction and support tactical lab training. Candidate would serve as a Journeyman Instructor to train CG/DDG sailors in the performance of preventative and corrective maintenance on the MK-99 AEGIS Fire Control System, MK84 400Hz Power Distribution System, and the Air-Cooled Solid-State Frequency Power Generation System on Baseline 7.1 and higher AEGIS units (CG and DDG). When required, the candidate would provide subject matter expertise in support of curriculum development for ATRC courses supporting present and future courses development of the AEGIS MK-99 AEGIS Fire Control System/MK84 400Hz Power Distribution System/Ballistic Missile Defense Technician courses.

This is a full-time, onsite position supporting a team located in Dahlgren, Virginia. CFT offers a competitive benefit package and collaborative work environment with a strong company culture. Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provides dynamic teaching & training as well as assessment that require advanced knowledge of U.S. Navy Aegis Combat Systems Capabilities and Limitations to the officer level
• Reviews and analyzes U.S. Navy Aegis Combat System Engineering Capabilities and Limitations and U.S. Navy Operational and Tactical doctrine and integrates and conceptualizes the execution of Doctrine optimizing the application of ship's Combat Systems capabilities and limitation in the dynamic operational tactical environment
• Conducts dynamic assessment of the sailors’ abilities to comply with approved maintenance and operational procedures and thereafter provides formal appraisal of performance with recommendations for improvement and methods to maintain technical and tactical proficiency.
• Observes and assesses contemporaries during Practice and Certification Teaches per requirements NAVEDTRA 135
• Prepares, reviews, and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching
• Supports Course Reviews and Curriculum Updates; conducts training gap analysis provides formal feedback and recommendation for Course improvement
• Documents the training conducted with specifics of the individual areas / watch station and is responsible for generation of a formal assessment of measure of success via written report
• Develops, tests, maintains, and delivers moderately complex Aegis training programs and related materials in support of ATRC training objectives
• Establishes and reviews course content and objectives
• Conducts training sessions and develops criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training activities.
• Maintains records of training activities, participant progress and program effectiveness
• Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, or work/military experience.
• Five (5) or more years of experience with the required system or process as either a maintenance technician or operator with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in an apprentice level training environment
• One (1) year of experience as an instructor or facilitator in a Navy Training Environment, to include curriculum maintenance, writing learning objectives, preparing test items, evaluating instructional materials and the results of instruction and counseling students on academic learning problems
• NEC 1148/V28A (FCS/ORTS COTS) or NEC 1143/V23A (FCS/ORTS MILSPEC) or NEC 1114/V14A FCS BMD 3.6) or NEC 1094/1095/V05A/V06A FCS BMD 4.0/5.0 and MSS TACAP MILSPEC or COTS and
• Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing. SCSTC/ATRC/TACTRAGRU is a significant plus

Physical Demands

• Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing
• Travel may be up required to 5% of time

Required Clearances

Must possess an active SECRET (or higher) security clearance

COVID-19 Protocols: As a Federal contractor, CFT is required to comply with COVID-19 protocols applicable to the agency, facility, and location. All COVID-19 requirements are in line with government policies and CDC guidance applicable at the time.

CFT is a proud equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. Discrimination nor harassment are tolerated.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Work Location: In person