Naval Aviation Electronics Technician – Intermediate Level (AT-I) Subject Matter Expert (SME)

Description

Location: NAS North Island, CA

Security Clearance Requirement: Secret

Telework Eligible? Yes, the selected candidate must live within a two-hour distance from the work location.

As the Naval Aviation Electronics Technician (AT-I) Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will support the development and validation of military training systems and materials. The ideal candidate will bring deep operational knowledge of Navy avionics systems and intermediate-level maintenance practices, along with expertise in instructional design principles and human performance methodologies, to support training development and acquisition efforts for the Navy and DoD. 

Key Responsibilities:

Training Development & Validation

• Review and audit training materials designed for use by instructors.
• Ensure training curricula adhere to sound educational principles and best practices in instructional design.
• Validate training source materials for technical and operational accuracy.
• Provide expertise in the operation, troubleshooting, maintenance, and employment of Navy avionics systems, subsystems, and equipment.

Training Support

• Ensure subject matter accuracy throughout the training development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with Instructional Systems Analysts to identify and validate training requirements.
• Support I/O Psychologists in the development of human performance metrics.
• Develop target audience learning profiles to guide content development.
• Contribute to the development of straw man task lists to streamline task analysis.
• Guide and facilitate task analysis workshops.
• Assist in determining the most appropriate instructional strategies and media formats.
• Provide expert insight into the complexity and design of assessment items.

Research & Development Support

• Develop Plans of Action and Milestones (POA&Ms), research proposals, methodologies, progress reports, and final deliverables.
• Serve as a consultant to NAWCTSD Orlando acquisition teams and DoD organizations on instructional technologies and methodologies.
• Monitor industry and military trends in training and transfer relevant innovations into existing projects.
• Coordinate research and interface with technical teams and external training agencies through meetings and conferences.

This description outlines the general nature and scope of the role. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

Education and Experience:   

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the study or application of human behavior in training or operational settings, required.
• At least 3 years of experience working within Navy-specific or DoD training environments, required.
• Previous experience as a Navy Aviation Electronics Technician, Intermediate-level maintenance (AT-I), required.
• Demonstrated success in developing and enhancing training programs for military personnel.
• Proven experience supporting military training systems or equivalent defense-related instructional development.
• Deep understanding of instructional systems design (ISD), adult learning theory, and military operational environments.
• Experience working collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams including analysts, psychologists, and curriculum developers.

Additional Requirements:

• This position will require monthly travel.

Equally Important:

• You are able to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• You possess professional and effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• You take a proactive approach to your work and you're able to accomplish tasks with limited guidance and supervision.
• You have demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Your organizational skills allow you to manage competing priorities.

ASEC is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws.

Security Clearance Requirement:

• This position requires U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret clearance.

Salary Range:

• The estimated salary range for this position will be $85,000 - $90,000 annually, based on an individual's level of experience and skill set. It is our g