Air and Missile Defense Commander (AMDC/AIR/W)

THOR Solutions is actively seeking a highly motivated Air and Missile Defense Commander (AMDC/AIR/W) to support a US Navy contract with the Afloat Training Group San Diego (ATGSD) in San Diego, CA. The chosen individual will lead 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 $95-105k/year. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience.

Existing Security Clearance Required: This position requires an existing DoD Secret security clearance. A qualified candidate must already possess an active or interim Secret clearance.


Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• At least five (5) years of Combat Systems management experience as a Naval Officer or Chief Petty Officer or equivalent supervising combat systems configuration, operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Naval Warfare Specialist. Warfare experience in implementation of Task Group Concept as an Air Defense Warfare Commander (AMDC/W) 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.
• Qualified as a Tactical Action Officer (TAO) or AAWC.
• At least five (5) years of 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 Battle Force Team Trainer (BFTT) and 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.
• At least five (5) years of experience operating a C5I system in a FST or equivalent complex architecture as well as the management of combat systems configuration, operations.
• Experience in naval warfare operations or conducting training for naval warfare or equivalent joint experience.
• Knowledge of:
  • AAW Tactics, Technical Systems, and Instructions, including Navy OPTASK.
  • US Navy Surface ship C5I systems and embedded training systems supporting synthetic training.
  • The detailed data exchange requirements of the various operational areas in which naval forces deploy and how to exercise that capability to ensure ships obtain the highest degree of mission readiness.

• Proficiency with common productivity software.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefit Offerings: Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources
• ID Theft Benefits
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Please be aware that many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens.

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