Weapons Department Specialist

INDUS Technology • Norfolk, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

IND US is a 100% employee-owned, customer-focused government services provider with expertise in Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Program/Financial Management, Logistics, and Data Analytics. At IND US, we believe in the value of the IND US team. Together we deliver exceptional customer service, foster a growth and support-centered work environment, and focus on how we can give back to the communities that we serve. Empowering our employees starts on day one and creates an environment full of innovation and promise. By offering mentorship and robust Training and Development opportunities, IND US continues its pursuit to be the Employer of Choice. Reporting to the Program Manager, the Weapons Department Specialist will provide subject matter expertise on aircraft carrier weapons systems and Force Weapons readiness to the CVN ROC, supporting CNAL Code N47 with technical analysis and readiness recommendations for air- and surface-launched weapon systems. This is a contingent position expected to be located in Norfolk, VA. The pay range for the position will be provided at the time the position is no longer contingent.

Requirements

• An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• HS Diploma required.
• Ten (10) years' experience in planning, coordinating, directing, and administering Force Weapons.
• Ten (10) years' experience directly related to operation, maintenance, diagnosis, repair, overhaul, modification, test, certification, and safety of air/surface-launched weapon systems, including stowage/handling systems.
• Ten (10) years' experience in oversight of activities, plans, and strategy for critical Warfighting IS, PIT control systems, and Combat/Weapon/HM&E systems.
• Ten (10) years' experience analyzing military weapon requirements and fleet inputs on the Warfighting requirements process.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Prior U.S. Navy active-duty air-enlisted rating or air-designated Officer experience.
• Prior DLCPO/WCS experience aboard a CVN.
• Experience coordinating security force weapons and ammunition issues.
• Experience as a military weapons subject matter expert in watch team conduct/operations and use of handheld/crew-served weapons.
• Experience monitoring critical supply requirements with weapons system managers.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, independent on-site engineering and technical service to Force Weapons, the Force Engineer, and Ship's Maintenance Planning Managers supporting conventional surface and air-launched weapon systems.
• Provide technical assistance on weapon systems/stowage/handling/maintenance; support operation, diagnosis, repair, overhaul, modification, test, certification, and safety of air/surface-launched weapon systems.
• Support development of weapons/system-related ship alterations, repairs, and modernization/maintenance planning; review draft/updated Airborne Weapon and Target NTSPs and provide assessments to the Force Weapons Officer.
• Collaborate with CNAL and CNAP codes (primarily N46) to align feedback with CVN leadership, and assess unit-level weapon system requirements affecting deployment/operational certification.
• Collect, review, integrate, and analyze weapons system and elevator data for trend analysis forecasting Fleet/Force-level deficiencies; develop logic trees representing CVN readiness across mission areas.
• Create guidance and requirements for Carrier Readiness by coordinating with COMNAVAIRLANT and COMNAVAIRPAC.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED