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Precise Systems delivers integrated, mission-ready solutions that advance warfighter readiness and strengthen our nation’s most critical defense programs. Through the power of our combined capabilities, we provide deep expertise in Advanced Engineering; Digital Transformation; Electromagnetic Warfare; Interactive Training & Simulation; Physical Sciences Research; Platform Lifecycle Support; and Foreign Military Sales. Unified by decades of trusted performance and expanded through strategic growth, our team applies innovative technologies, engineering rigor, and customer-focused execution to solve complex challenges and accelerate mission success. Guided by our commitment to partnership, precision, and performance, we deliver the scalable solutions and technical excellence our customers depend on—today and into the future.

We are seeking a Training Specialist to support our Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane customer through a remote position based in the San Diego, California area. The Training Specialist will develop and deliver technical training for defense systems and emerging technologies, translating complex technical information into clear, effective instruction for military, Government, and contractor personnel. The role supports classroom, virtual, laboratory, and field training and may require up to 50% travel for training events, fielding activities, and customer support.

This position may allow for remote work; however, employees must be able and willing to travel and provide in-office or on-site support as required by customer requirements, project demands, or business needs.

Duties:

• Develop and maintain technical training curricula and instructional materials using Navy training standards and Instructional Systems Design (ISD) methodologies.
• Create instructor-led training, computer-based training, simulator-based training, student guides, lesson plans, and other courseware.
• Deliver technical instruction to military, Government, and contractor personnel in classroom, virtual, laboratory, and field environments.
• Translate complex engineering and technical information into clear training content that supports system operation and maintenance.
• Conduct hands-on demonstrations, practical exercises, and system-focused training events.
• Develop assessments, testing materials, and evaluation criteria to measure student knowledge and performance.
• Evaluate training effectiveness using student results and feedback and revise course materials as needed.
• Update training products to reflect new system fielding, capability upgrades, engineering changes, and technology insertions.
• Document training activities, student performance, curriculum revisions, and required training records.
• Coordinate with Government engineers, program managers, technical SMEs, and training teams to ensure course content remains technically accurate and aligned with current system configurations.

Desired Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Instructional Systems Design, Psychology, Training Systems, Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent military instructor or directly relevant training experience may be considered.

Desired Experience:

• Seven (7) or more years of experience supporting technical instruction, training program development, or instructional design.
• Professional experience developing or delivering technical training for complex systems, equipment, or technologies.
• Experience developing curricula, lesson plans, instructional materials, or technical training products.
• Ability to understand technical source material and communicate system operation, maintenance, and procedures to diverse audiences.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment while coordinating effectively with distributed Government and contractor teams.
• Ability to travel up to 50% in support of training events, fielding activities, and customer requirements.
• Experience serving as a military instructor, training specialist, or technical trainer supporting Department of Defense programs.
• Hands-on experience with defense systems, electronics, unmanned systems, or related technologies.
• Experience developing instructor-led, computer-based, simulator-based, or interactive courseware.

Requirement:The selected candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a Group I/II s-UAS pilot certification and pass a FAA Class III physical.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Due to the sensitivity of customer-related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

Precise Systems values employee contributions, promotes diverse opportunities for professional growth, and prioritizes overall well-being. Our comprehensive professional services benefits package includes health insurance, life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage, disability insurance, retirement plans, holiday pay, employee-managed leave, and professional growth opportunities.

We recognize exceptional performance and alignment with our core values through our STAR Award recognition program.

Compensation at Precise Systems is determined by various factors, including education, experience, skills, competencies, and contract-specific requirements. The salary range for this position is $74,985.65-$90,000.00 (annualized USD). This range represents the standard pay for this role and is just one component of Precise Systems’ total compensation package.

Precise Systems is committed to fair and equitable pay practices in alignment with applicable pay transparency laws and equal employment opportunity standards.

Precise Systems is dedicated to a shared vision and core values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, which foster innovation and drive our continued success in the global marketplace. Precise Systems and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any legally protected status under federal, state, or local law. Visit www.GoPrecise.com for a listing of current openings and our comprehensive, employee friendly benefits summary. Precise Systems participates in E-Verify.