Training Specialist

Training Specialist

The Training Specialist provides Technical Training Instructional Services to the Fires Training Division within the Training Department of EWTGPAC. This role is responsible for planning, developing, and delivering standardized instruction and instructional materials in support of NSFS/NFCS-related training events. Duties include facilitating classroom and practical lab instruction, including shipboard training environments, as well as supporting curriculum development, administration, and updates to ensure alignment with evolving fleet systems, technologies, and operational procedures.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provide instruction by executing classroom and laboratory (Combat Information Center) training and evaluation, observation, and mentorship specific to NSFS and NFCS tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) to include chart navigation, target plotting, proper R/T communications, GWS setup procedures, basic gunnery principles and characteristics, and mission execution.
• Deliver professional, complete, accurate, and standardized instruction using approved instructional products.
• Provide thorough classroom instruction for GWS theory and effective practical lab instruction to train students to set up the Gun Weapon System for proper utilization of the NGFS sub-mode for all applicable AEGIS baselines.
• Conduct training in shipboard classrooms and Combat Information Center (CIC) environments to support operationally relevant instruction.
• Support curriculum administration and curriculum development in a Navy training environment.
• Assess student performance against prescribed performance standards, evaluating written and practical evaluations and examinations, providing feedback on achievement of knowledge and skill objectives, and providing remediation as appropriate.
• Operate independently to plan, schedule, and execute training projects and programs.
• Translate taskings into specific actions and execute to meet objectives within scheduled guidance.
• Identify emerging problems and take appropriate action; work is reviewed for broad program goals.
• Formulate training solutions to address equipment/systems obsolescence driven by changes in fleet systems, technology, and procedures.
• Provide other instruction and course support as needed.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated competence in public speaking and instructional presentation.
• High degree of judgment, resourcefulness, and originality; ability to formulate training solutions for equipment/systems obsolescence caused by changing fleet systems, technology, and procedures.
• Ability to operate independently—planning, scheduling, and executing projects/programs—and deliver standardized instruction via instructional products.
• Ability to translate taskings into specific actions and execute them to achieve objectives within scheduled guidance.
• Ability to perceive emerging problems and take appropriate action; work is reviewed for broad program goals.
• Ability to perform required training in a shipboard environment, including shipboard classroom and CIC settings; must be able to remain standing for most/all of the training period.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of the Navy Basic Instructor Course, Marine Corps Formal School Instructor Course (M10XRGM), or an equivalent military instructor certification course.
• Demonstrated experience working with curriculum in a Navy training environment, including curriculum administration and curriculum development.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience as an instructor, including experience in instructional design.
• Minimum of two (2) years' experience as a member of a certified NSFS team assigned to a U.S. Navy Cruiser (CG) or Destroyer (DDG), or a minimum of two (2) years assigned as an NSFS instructor at EWTGPAC or EWTGLANT.
• Experience as a CG or DDG E-5 to E-8 Non-AEGIS Fire Controlman with MK 86 or MK 34 GWS experience as ship's company in at least one of the following roles: Gun Console Operator (GCO), Gun Safety, or Combat Systems Training Team member for gun system employment duties during NSFS operations.
• MK 86 or MK 34 equipment operation experience and associated equipment interfaces/network management experience sufficient to train CIC Watch Teams to provide Command and Control (C2) for technical and tactical operations.
• Work history includes experience directly related to the tasks and functions to be assigned.
• Attend and graduate from the Navy Basic Instructor Course, Marine Corps Formal School Instructor Course (M10XRGM), or an equivalent military instructor certification course.
• Receive satisfactory technical evaluations, from a certified course instructor, on a minimum of two separate presentations as an instructor trainee (conducted during class in session).
• Complete all EWTGPAC instructor certification requirements per EWTGPAC's Academics Department and receive final instructor certification from the Academics Department Head and Director of Training.
• Meet EWTGPAC post-qualification requirements after designation, including evaluations at least once semi-annually by the Academics Department, the Director/Deputy Director of Training, or a certified Fires Division instructor (additional evaluations may occur as needed and are typically conducted in a shipboard environment, with adjustments at the discretion of the Fires Training Division Head).
• Be able to travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. Training events which require travel are expected to occur approximately two - three times per month, on average. Travel will typically occur during pre- and post-training event weekends, with training normally consisting of up to five (5) consecutive training days. In some instances, back-to-back training events away from the geographic area of the normal duty station will require personnel to remain on station between training events.
• Secret clearance required.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $90,000.00 to $120,000.00 annually. At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.