Submarine Sonar & ILS Training Analyst - Manassas, VA

Company: Msccn
Location: Manassas
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. All positions are onsite, unless otherwise stated. VISTA Technology Services, Inc. (VISTA) is seeking a Submarine Sonar & ILS Training Analyst to support our NAVSEA customer. This is a hybrid position working onsite in Manassas, VA 2-3 days/week. The successful candidate will be part of a highly professional, results-oriented team and will be able to demonstrate experience with operation and Integrated Logistics Support (ILS) and Navy submarine sonar AN/BSY and AN/BQQ variants. Responsibilities: Provide training and training support, and maintenance planning and management support to submarine combat control system modernizations, operations, and training development program office Support delivery of classroom training and instruction to include ship based, and possibly at sea, and ensure all training material is updated to include instructor guides, trainee guides, lesson plans, and learning objectives Support in the development of new classroom instructional curriculum, for all submarine classes at all advanced processor builds (APB) and technical insertion (TI) levels, and perform related work as required to assist management in accomplishing objectives Participate in and/or provide briefing at programmatic reviews/meetings and assess current initiatives and consequent impacts to training and maintenance requirements future state, recommending new processes/methodologies Managing, planning, and performing sonar system maintenance following all rules set forth in the Maintenance, Material, and Management (3M) manual Including sonar system repair times, test equipment, support equipment, and required manpower Detail-oriented, organized and successfully manage multiple projects Identify and evaluate training needs and issues and develop resolutions to meet project/program goals and objectives. Effectively work independently and with a team to manage multiple tasks within a dynamic and high speed work environment. Travel as needed Required: Active DoD Secret clearance Desired: Qualified/Certified, to a minimum of Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) 303 or equivalent, as identified in the Navy Personnel Qualification Standard for 3-M manual Qualification as Sonar Auxiliary Operator (or equivalent) with experience in independent ARCI troubleshooting with little to no assistance from shore facilities Master Training Specialist qualification Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a business or technical field 7 years of experience operating/employing sonar legacy equipment to include AN/BSY variants, AN/BQQ-6, and/or AN/BQQ-5 variants 3 years Navy instructing experience to include knowledge and experience in planning, resourcing, and implementing cohesive, integrated strategies to train personnel effectively 3 years experience in the operation and maintenance of submarine schoolhouse trainers and submarine on-board trainers 1 tour(s) at a submarine training facility Experience using and managing technical data as it relates to training, maintenance, installation, and operation Experience identifying and resolving process deficiencies, conducting root cause analyses, and/or evaluating corrective action options Experience managing, planning, and performing sonar system maintenance in compliance with the Maintenance, Material, and Management (3M) manual Understanding of the submarine Advanced Rapid COTS (commercial off the shelf) Insertion (ARCI) development lifecycle Working knowledge of the Naval Supply System (i.e. ability to read and interpret NAVSUP/DLA supply and inventory data in One Touch, FedMall, NAVLOG and/or FEDLOG) Understanding in the operation and capabilities of the Multifunctional Instructional Trainer (MIT) and in the operation of the submarine Onboard Team Trainer (OBTT), and the policy, processes, procedures, techniques, training devices, and equipment used to train civilian and military personnel to acquire, operate and support the ARCI sonar system Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams, etc.)? and SharePoint Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong critical thinking skills Travel as required (approximately 15%) Active DoD Secret clearance Desired Qualifications: Prior active-duty Modernization Training Team (MTT) involvement Operational experience on multiple submarine classes Qualified/Certified, to a minimum of Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) 303 or equivalent, as identified in the Navy Personnel Qualification Standard for 3-M manual Qualification as Sonar Auxiliary Operator (or equivalent) with experience in independent ARCI troubleshooting with little to no assistance from shore facilities Master Training Specialist qualification Operational experience on multiple submarine classes Familiarity and experience with Submarine Instructional Systems and Submarine curriculum development Salary: Salary at VISTA is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $95,000.00 to $130,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of VISTA's total compensation package for employees. We also offer a competitive leave package and a generous benefit plan which includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance, and an employer matching 401(k) plan. Applicants selected for this position will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. For this position, VISTA will consider only applicants with an active DoD security clearance.

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