THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated Ballistic Missile Defense Commander (BMDO/BMD/U) to support a US Navy contract with the Afloat Training Group San Diego (ATGSD) in San Diego, CA. The chosen individual will support technical/tactical training efforts for ATGSD Fleet Battle Lab. This role is pivotal in ensuring our ship's operational readiness and effectiveness, demanding strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate within a dynamic team environment. Typical Responsibilities:
* Provide technical and tactical support for FBP, FST-U, STW, and BMD distributed training to ships.
* Validate and implement technical plans, test plans, and validate system functional operations. Monitor and document event execution.
* Develop scenario scripts for FBP, FST-U, STW, and BMD distributed scenarios.
* Distribute and conduct scenarios for the ATGSD Battle Lab Modeling and Simulations operations center. Set-up and configure battle lab distributed, live, or virtual events.
* Following distributed events, conduct post-briefings, and produce detailed after-action reports (AARs) including technical feedback.
* Schedule and conduct monthly Fleet AIC training.
Location: Fully onsite at Naval Base San Diego. Typical Physical Activity: Desk/computer work in an office environment. May involve: repetitive motion. Typical Pay Range: The anticipated pay range for this position in the identified location(s) is $90,000 - 100,000/year. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. Existing TOP SECRET Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing active or interim TOP SECRET security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * At least eight (8) years of AD/BMD Mission Area experience as a qualified Tactical Action Officer or BMD Watch Officer or CSC (for a minimum of three years).
* As part of this experience, a minimum of five (5) years must have been served onboard an AEGIS DDG and/or CG.
* Warfare experience in implementation of Task Group Concept as an Air Defense Warfare Commander (B/SUWC/BMD) or as a senior staff member for a Task Group/Force Commander, or as a Senior Facilitator with equivalent experience training warfare commanders or senior staff members.
* At least five (5) years scenario development/training/operation experience with Joint Semi Automated Forces (JSAF); Multi-System Automated Remote-Control Interface (MARCI).
* At least five (5) years of experience with Tactical Data Information Link generation systems supporting LOS Link 11(A) /16(J), Satellite-J, Link 16, Global Command and Control System-Maritime (GCCS-M); Tactical Voice/Data Communications.
* Experience in naval warfare operations or conducting training for naval warfare or equivalent joint experience.
* Knowledge of:
* The Surface Force Training and Readiness Manual (SFTRM)
* Composite Warfare Commander construct
* Command and Control, regarding surveillance, engagement and planning functions required for each of the various numbered fleets
* Staff and Fleet operations and planning procedures
* Fleet Synthetic Training architecture
* Ballistic Missile Defense Planning and Operations (BMD Officer/CSC preferred)
* Proficiency with common productivity software.
* Excellent communication skills.