Overview
ASW Instructor(STSTC-2026-24616):
Bowhead seeks a transitioned Navy Master Training Specialist (NEC 9502) with knowledge and operational ASW experience on legacy Navy (CG/DDG/FFG) platforms to support Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) Mayport, Florida.
Responsibilities
Job duties to include but are not limited to:
Developing; organizing; and conducting DDG/FFG ASW Operator training at the Surface Combat Systems Training Command (SCSTC) Mayport, Florida. Must be capable of conducting conventional knowledge-based classroom teaching and performance/scenario based laboratory and shipboard training.
Must be prepared to support individual and watch team ASW training utilizing shore-based trainer requiring dynamic training and assessment of watch standers during stand-alone and integrated scenarios.
Primary instruction in CG/DDG ASW mission areas and systems as well as LCS 1 individual and Crew Certification Training.
Prepares; reviews; and customizes curriculum lesson plans and instructor guide in support of traditional classroom teaching.
Supports Formal Course Reviews and Curriculum Updates; conducts training gap analysis provides formal feedback and recommendations for Course improvement.
Based on seniority; will be responsible for the preparations of subordinate instructor's annual performance appraisals for leadership.
Develops; tests; maintains; and delivers moderately complex Navy Combat Systems training programs and related materials in support of SCSTC 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.
Observes and assesses contemporaries during Practice and Certification Teaches per requirements in NAVEDTRA 135.
Candidate will be required to support a second shift work schedule on a rotational basis.
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, training, or work/military experience.
Seven (7) years of experience with the required system as either a maintenance technician supervisor or operator supervisor with responsibility for teaching the applicable system or function task to others in a journeyman level training environment.
Of the seven (7) years, one (1) year of experience as an instructor/trainer/evaluator 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.
Highly desired experience with ship-based and/or aircraft-based ASW associated detection systems. Experience as ASW Evaluator, Acoustic Sensor Operator, and/or Target Motion Analysis is a significant plus.
Experience as trainer/instructor in support of SCSTC/ATRC/FASW/TACTRAGRU is a significant plus. Must be able to support training with extended periods on your feet while instructing. Travel may be required up to 10 % of time.
Preferred
NEC STG-0417
NEC 9502
NOTE: Cybersecurity Workforce Certification - Intermediate Level - will be required to be certified. Baseline certifications include qualifying bachelor's degree, CISSP, CSSLP, CompTIA CASP+, CompTIACTT+, GIAC GSLC, or NEC 805A Instructor. 10% of the Tier II Instructors will require certification in base year and option 1 - 20% of the Tier IIInstructors will require certification in option 2 and 30% of the Tier II Instructors will require certification in option 3 & 4
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically
SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.
Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.
Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.
UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .
All candidates must apply online at www.uicalaska.com , and submit a completed application for all positions they wish to be considered. Once the employment application has been completed and submitted, any changes to the application after submission may not be reviewed. Please contact a UIC HR Recruiter if you have made a significant change to your application. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), persons unable to complete an online application should contact UIC Human Resources for assistance www.uicalaska.com/careers/recruitment/ .
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.
Join our Talent Community!
Join our Talent Community (https://talentconnect.uicalaska.com/government-services/talentcommunity) to receive updates on new opportunities and future events.
ID 2026-24616
Category Training & Development
Location : Location US-FL-Mayport
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret
Minimum Clearance Required Secret
Travel Requirement N/A
