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Naval Science Instructor Jobs in Virginia Beach, VA

... instructor knowledge and presentation skills maintain credentials. * Develop, maintain, and ... S. citizenship with Bachelor of Arts or Science degree and an active Secret clearance. * Active ...

... instructor knowledge and presentation skills maintain credentials. * Develop, maintain, and ... S. citizenship with Bachelor of Arts or Science degree and an active Secret clearance. * Active ...

Navy Training Instructor, DSAGT

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$50K - $65K/yr

... naval experience - 5+ years professional experience in curriculum development - Navy Instructor ... We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded ...

The SMA-A manages the Curriculum Research, Maintenance, and Development Instructor Cadre and the ... Bachelor's degree required in science, engineering, management or other relevant field. Security ...

The SMA-A manages the Curriculum Research, Maintenance, and Development Instructor Cadre and the ... Bachelor's degree required in science, engineering, management or other relevant field. Security ...

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How much do naval science instructor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for naval science instructor in Virginia Beach, VA is $55,722.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,300.00 and $63,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Naval Science Instructor?

A Naval Science Instructor is responsible for teaching and mentoring students in a high school Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program, typically focusing on leadership, naval history, citizenship, and military customs. They develop lesson plans, conduct physical fitness training, and guide students in drill and ceremony activities. Often retired military personnel, they serve as role models, instilling discipline, teamwork, and leadership skills. Their role also includes organizing extracurricular activities, such as drill competitions and community service events.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Naval Science Instructor on a daily basis?

Naval Science Instructors are responsible for teaching naval science curriculum, organizing and overseeing cadet training events, and promoting leadership development among students. They typically plan and deliver classroom lessons, coordinate extracurricular activities such as drill or physical training, and mentor students individually or in groups. In addition, they may collaborate with school faculty, parents, and local community organizations to support the success of Naval Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (NJROTC) programs. This dynamic mix of teaching, mentoring, and program management makes each day both challenging and rewarding.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Naval Science Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Naval Science Instructor, you need a strong background in naval sciences, leadership, and instruction, often supported by prior military service or relevant teaching experience. Familiarity with educational tools, classroom management systems, and certifications such as NJROTC Instructor Certification are typically required. Outstanding communication, mentorship abilities, and adaptability are key soft skills that elevate performance in this position. These competencies are crucial for effectively teaching, inspiring, and guiding students in both academic and leadership settings.

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Infographic showing various Naval Science Instructor job openings in Virginia Beach, VA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,722 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

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JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Army Navy Business Group currently has a career opportunity for a Naval Fires training subject matter expert (SME) and analyst to provide Naval Surface Fire Support (NSFS) training using the Integrated Maritime Portable Acoustic Scoring System (IMPASS) at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group, Atlantic (EWTGL) in Virginia Beach, VA.
The ideal candidate will be a former Navy Fire Controlman or Operational Specialist with at least four years' experience as a trainer/evaluator and two years' experience with NSFS firing/scoring systems. Also, a viable candidate will have sufficient expertise and experience to provide academic support and serve as a shipboard naval fires operational trainer supporting the Fleet Response Training Plan (FRTP). In addition, he/she will have excellent public speaking, presentation, and time management skills, as well as at least six years of applicable Training SME experience in:
  • Conducting fleet training analyses to identify gaps, training needs, and solutions
  • Developing and modifying training event/exercise scenarios and curricula
  • Delivering training in person and/or online
  • Managing training projects
  • Designing custom training to meet Fleet/Joint training objectives

Specific Functional Area duties include:
  • Provide IMPASS support as team leader/safety observer, buoy deployers/spotters and IMPASS control unit operator.
  • Provide IMPASS deployment training for unit and strike group level naval fires training program in support of FRTP pre-certification and sustainment training.
  • Support naval surface fires training requirements in live and synthetic exercises and events.
  • Support Navy fires training to units (classroom and virtual) using the 20E18B and Shipboard Embedded Trainer for synthetic Naval Fires Training.
  • Provide academic training and education in person. Provide subject matter expert course of instruction (COI) for NSFS Mobile Training Teams (MTT).
  • Assist government representatives and stakeholders to maintain, update and standardize the instructor certification program and ensure instructor knowledge and presentation skills maintain credentials.
  • Develop, maintain, and distribute instructional material.
  • Provide support for curriculum review, development, and implementation for academics of warfare training requirements for NSFS.
  • Provide detailed post-mission reports and scoring information.

Qualifications
REQUIRED BACKGROUND / EDUCATION / SKILLS:
  • U.S. citizenship with Bachelor of Arts or Science degree and an active Secret clearance.
  • Active military duty (U.S. Navy) experience, including recent training/instructional/evaluator experience, multiple shipboard tours, and experience with naval gunfire control systems.
  • Three (3) years of general training analyst and functional area experience (seven years in lieu of degree will be considered).
  • Two (2) years of operational/technical experience as NSFS team member on (or knowledge of) MK-34/MK-160 gun computer system/scoring systems or MK-86 Gun Fire Control System (GFCS) and familiarity with IMPASS operations, Naval Fires certification procedures, Naval Surface Fire Support (NSFS) tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP), and Joint Fires concepts.
  • Experience in use of MS Office (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook and PowerPoint) products.
  • Must be willing and able to work extended hours during certification events, which may include weekend events/travel.
  • Must have the ability to medically screen for underway operations on a U.S. Navy vessel.
  • Must have the physical ability to lift 50 lbs. and be able to deploy and retrieve mobile buoys from a naval ship during various weather conditions and climb or descend a Jacobs Ladder from various vessels.
  • Must be willing to travel overseas and in CONUS, including support of underway missions, up to 10 consecutive days at a time.

DESIRED BACKGROUND / EDUCATION / SKILLS:
  • Experience with the Computer Aided Dead Reckoning Tracer (CADRT) of Naval Fire Control System (NFCS).
  • Experience implementing naval fires training requirements and associated expeditionary warfare training requirements.
  • Familiarity with the Global Command & Control System - Maritime (GCCS-M).
  • Deep understanding of all phases of the FRTP and Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP).
  • Experience as Combat Systems Training Team member.

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