Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Work Location: Naval Station Norfolk, VA

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 34-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

SA-TECH supports a dynamic U.S. Navy Directorate specializing in design, research, development, testing, and evaluation of experimental watercraft for its DoD clients. We provide full spectrum Operations and Maintenance (O&M) support of various combatant craft, patrol boats, Special Operations Forces platforms and coastal craft, ensuring performance and fleet readiness.

We are currently looking to hire a Technical Instructor/Writer/Course Developer for our Combatant Craft Division at Naval Station Norfolk, VA. The Technical Instructor/Course Developer is primarily responsible for curriculum revision and maintenance. Technical curriculum may involve electronics, welding, or more highly technical areas such as radio and electronics repair or operation of weapons systems. This employee uses a computer to organize and draft a curriculum that breaks a complex subject into blocks or units of instruction, creates graphics, and integrates them into curriculum. Courses may be instructor based, computer-based, simulator based, interactive, or non-interactive. This position also teaches short technical courses in accordance with approved curriculum to maintain proficiency and to evaluate and develop new instructional techniques/courses.

The following job functions are basic requirements (but other duties may be assigned as well):

• Support development of technical work instructions, standard operating procedures, command policies, training support packages, personnel qualification standards, and other additional operational, procedural, quality, or training documentation.
• Collaborate with internal subject matter experts and external customers to define requirements for new documentation, revise existing documentation, and provide configuration management for technical document library. 

Work Conditions:

• May be required to work first shift (0700-1530) or second shift (0830-1700). 
• Work will be performed in enclosed buildings. 
• Work will include sitting, standing, walking, light lifting, and reaching.

Requirements

Education/Experience/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of two years' experience in technical writing for military operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior military Master Training Specialist (MST) qualification preferred.
• Maritime military experience in Navy or Coast Guard operations highly desired.
• Prior experience creating standard operating procedures, training curriculum, safety policies, and technical work instructions highly desired.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Security Secret Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

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Working at SA-TECH:

As a highly regarded DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH provides employees with:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Employee Benefits
• Continuous Training and Professional Development
• Ample Career Advancement Opportunities

Highlights of SA-TECH’s employee benefits include:

• Medical plan with excellent prescription coverage
• Dental plan with orthodontics for children
• Vision plan
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life, accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Sick leave
• Flexible PTO options

SA-TECH is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.