CANES SME Curriculum Developer

About Us DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. DLH is dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion" and brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions. Overview Ready to put your CANES experience to work in a role that directly impacts fleet readiness? DLH is hiring a CANES SME (Engineering Technician IV) to join our team onsite at Naval Station Norfolk, supporting TACNET modernization through the development of training aligned to the latest CANES baseline. In this role, you will transform system updates, configuration changes, and fleet requirements into practical training products used across the Navy. Success requires strong shipboard network expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to translate real-world system administration experience into effective training. Responsibilities

• Review system updates and configuration changes to ensure the curriculum aligns with the latest CANES fleet baseline.
• Develop, update, and maintain CANES and C4I courseware, lesson plans, student guides, presentation materials, and practical lab exercises.
• Apply structured training development processes, including the Instructional System Design methodology, to define requirements and establish learning objectives.
• Utilise Navy authoring tools such as CPM/LOM and AIM to develop and manage curriculum.
• Ensure training materials accurately reflect real-world system administration practices and fleet operational standards.
• Support pilot courses and fleet training events.
• Evaluate training effectiveness and incorporate feedback to maintain technical accuracy and instructional quality.

Qualifications This position is governed by Service Contract Labor Standards and must meet the minimum personnel qualification requirements identified in the contract.

• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting one or more of the following Navy systems:
• Tactical Network (TACNET)
• Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES)
• Integrated Shipboard Network System (ISNS/COMPOSE)
• Other comparable Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) systems
• Education/Technical Training: Must meet one of the following:
• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology, Mathematics, Science, or another related technical field; or
• Completion of formal electronics training from an accredited technical school, U.S. military Class A or Class B electronics/communications school, or a four-year electronics apprenticeship program; or
• High School diploma or GED.
• Overall Relevant Experience: In addition to the specialized C4I systems experience above, candidates must possess:
• Five (5) years of professional engineering technician or electronics systems experience if qualifying with an Associate's degree or formal technical training (Completion of formal electronics training from an accredited technical school, U.S. military Class A or Class B electronics/communications school, or a four-year electronics apprenticeship program); or
• Seven (7) years of professional engineering technician or electronics systems experience if qualifying with a High School diploma or GED.
• Demonstrated experience in the design, development, testing, analysis, modification, and documentation of engineering systems, equipment, devices, or components, including preparation and modification of engineering drawings, specifications, procedures, and technical reports.
• Experience analyzing technical data, developing design solutions, conducting and evaluating tests, troubleshooting equipment performance issues, and recommending or implementing design improvements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply technical documentation to real-world systems or training content.
• DoD 8570/8140 Cybersecurity workforce qualified within nine (9) months of hire date.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance walking through the door.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent hands-on experience administering, maintaining, troubleshooting, or configuring CANES in an afloat U.S. Navy environment.
• Recent Navy experience as an Information Systems Technician (IT), Information Warfare professional, or contractor directly supporting CANES, ISNS/COMPOSE, TACNET, or other afloat C4I systems.
• Experience supporting fleet sustainment, Regional Maintenance Centers (RMCs), In-Service Engineering Activities (ISEAs), or similar Navy technical organizations.
• Experience developing training materials, SOPs, technical guides, or configuration documentation.
• Familiarity with Navy training development processes or structured curriculum development.
• Experience with VMware, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL), Windows Server, Cisco networking, or related enterprise technologies.
• Prior experience mentoring, training, or providing technical guidance to military, government, or contractor personnel in technical environments.

Basic Compensation: $37.00 - $52.88 per hour The hourly range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role at the time of posting. The final offer may vary based on skills, experience, geographic location, market conditions, and internal equity. Additional compensation may include performance incentives and program-specific awards. We do not use salary history to determine compensation, in line with applicable law. Benefits DLH Corp offers our employees an excellent benefits package, including Personal Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, vision, supplemental life with AD&D, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more. We want our employees to save for their future; therefore, we offer a 401(k) Retirement Plan, which includes a matching component. DLH is dedicated to your career development, providing training to help drive success, with access to our best-in-class e-learning suite for formal and informal learning, professional and technical certification preparation, and education assistance at accredited institutions.

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EEO DLH Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. DLH will provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities and disabled Veterans who need assistance to apply. DLH is committed to maintaining a fair and authentic interview process #J-18808-Ljbffr OpenKrill