Job Description

Position/Title: Patrol Boat Lead Engineering Instructor

Job Location : Virginia Beach, VA (on-site)

Security Clearance: A government security clearance is required for this position

Start Date: Immediately

Background : Vectrona is seeking a mission-driven Engineering Instructor to support the Maritime Expeditionary Security Force (MESF) by delivering a dynamic 4-week basic and advanced engineering course tailored for Patrol Boat (PB) craft engineers and support personnel. As the engineering subject matter expert (SME), you will train the next generation of MESF maintainers and operators in critical propulsion, engine, and auxiliary systems—bringing your operational know-how to bear in a hands-on learning environment.

You will join a highly skilled, two-person instructor team, working alongside a San Diego-based counterpart to support instruction on both coasts. This position is located onsite at the government training facility in Virginia Beach, VA. Remote work is situationally authorized, but this is a hands-on role focused on in-person delivery and mentorship.

With the successful pilot course already complete and curriculum updates underway, this is a unique opportunity to shape the future of MESF engineering training. If you’re ready to leverage your diesel engine and watercraft maintenance experience in a high-impact instructional setting, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Deliver up to 8 four-week MESF Patrol Boat Engineering courses annually (4 in Virginia Beach, 4 in San Diego).
• Maintain, revise, and improve curriculum content in alignment with Navy Education and Training Command (NETC) standards, including PowerPoint, lesson topic guides, and instructor guides.
• Submit courseware changes to the MESG-2 Learning Standards Officer for review and approval.
• Lead annual formal course review sessions with Training Evaluation Units (TEUs) and support continuous improvement via Lessons Learned and student feedback reports.
• Coordinate closely with Navy training stakeholders and support updates across all required training locations.
• Travel up to 30% for course delivery or coordination support, including potential trips to Mayport, FL; Groton, CT; and Tacoma, WA.

Education/Degree(minimum):

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Navy Master Training Specialist or equivalent (Completion of a civilian (or commercial) formal course of instruction, which has been evaluated and certified as a JIT/NITC equivalency by the Center for Professional Development (CPPD).

Qualifications (Required)

• Possess a minimum of five (5) years’ experience Troubleshooting and Repair:
• Cummins QSB4.5, QSB5.9, QSB6.7 diesel engines
• Hamilton Waterjet HJ292 and HM651
• Twin Disc Marine Gear Transmission MG5075SC. (required)
• Advanced small boat engineer or MESF engineering platform experience, Special Warfare Combat Crewman Engineers, or prior operational MESF Boat Engineer experience. (required)

Preferred:

• One (1) year of instructional experience (as evidenced by DD-214, course certificates, etc)
• Navy second-class swimmer or civilian industry standard equivalent

Knowledge and Skills

• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to analyze and improve course materials and instructional delivery
• Excellent planning, coordination, and time management skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively to meet tight deadlines and evolving training needs

A government security clearance is required for this position. Failure to obtain and maintain the required clearance level may result in the withdrawal of a position offer or removal. If you possess a security clearance, please indicate the level and determination date in your resume. Vectrona recognizes that great people deserve great compensation, benefits, and great work/life balance.

EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran

VECTRONA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

All Vectrona employment is contingent upon the individual providing legal proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States and satisfactory background check results.

Employment with Vectrona is “at will” in accordance with Federal/State laws.

Vectrona provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applications for employment. In addition to federal law requirements, Vectrona complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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