High-Risk Training Instructor (HRTI) – Maritime Qualified

Apply below or directly on our website: High-Risk Training Instructor (HRTI) – Maritime Qualified - Vectrona, LLCStatus: Full-Time, ASAPLocation: Maritime Expeditionary Security Group TWO (MESG-2), Training Evaluation Unit (TEU), Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek–Fort Story, Virginia Beach, VASecurity Clearance: Secret (must be eligible at time of award and maintain throughout performance)Salary Range: $73,000 to $76,000Travel: Required. Frequent CONUS travel to military ranges and waterways in VA, NC, RI, FL, and other locations in support of high-risk maritime training evolutions; multi-week travel blocks common depending on training schedule.Why Vectrona: Vectrona is a mission-driven systems, technology, and operational solutions company built for people who want their work to matter. As proud Americans, we support national security missions that strengthen our institutions and help safeguard our nation’s security and prosperity. We challenge assumptions, seek out hard problems, and bring together people, processes, software, technology, training, and operational expertise to create solutions that simplify the complex and help others succeed. Our culture values integrity, ownership, personal leadership, sound judgment, teamwork, curiosity, and the willingness to step up when something important needs to get done.Why This Work Matters: The Maritime-Qualified High-Risk Training Instructor helps prepare MESF personnel to operate safely, confidently, and effectively in demanding maritime environments where there is little room for error. This position sits at the intersection of operational readiness, high-risk training, weapons proficiency, and disciplined safety execution. By bringing real-world maritime experience into live-fire, underway, and tactical training, the instructor helps ensure Sailors develop the skills, judgment, and confidence they need before those capabilities are tested in an operational environment. This role directly supports deployment readiness by building capable teams that can execute the mission safely and effectively when it matters most.Day-to-Day Responsibilities:Deliver classroom and practical instruction in Coastal Security Maritime Training and patrol boat tactical evolutionsExecute live-fire Crew-Served Weapons (CSW) training from maneuvering craft in littoral environmentsServe as Range Safety Officer (RSO) for static and dynamic small arms and CSW rangesConduct day and night live-fire courses of fire, including use of laser systems and night vision devicesSupport Coastal Patrol and Warfare Tactics and Live Fire Battle DrillsSupport Coastal / Force Protection (Large) Patrol Boat Tactical Training evolutionsPerform course preparation including craft staging, weapons mounting/loading, range setup, and target placementConduct operator-level cleaning, maintenance, and minor repair of authorized weapons systemsMaintain Instructor training binder and personalized instructional materialsComplete and maintain required Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) for assigned watch stationsMaintain weapons qualification and sustainment in accordance with Navy directivesParticipate in curriculum maintenance and updates as requiredTravel to off-site ranges and waterways to support Mobile Training Teams and distributed training eventsEnforce safety procedures and apply Operational Risk Management (ORM) during all training evolutionsPreferred Education/Degree: Bachelor’s degree preferred (Military Studies, Security Studies, Training Management, or related field)Graduate of a certified Navy Instructor Training Course (NEC 9502, 9501, or 9518) or equivalentCrew-Served Weapons Instructor and/or Expeditionary Small Arms Marksmanship Instructor qualifications strongly preferredRequired Knowledge, Skills and Qualifications:8+ years of Maritime Expeditionary Security, Naval Coastal Warfare, Riverine, Coast Riverine, or Special Operations experienceDemonstrated experience executing CSW live-fire from maneuvering craftQualified Navy or civilian-equivalent Range Safety Officer for static and dynamic live-fire rangesExperience in high-risk maritime operations, boat handling environments, and littoral TTPsFamiliarity with OPNAV high-risk training requirementsStrong understanding of ORM application in live-fire and underway environmentsAbility to operate in austere maritime and field conditionsPhysical capability to lift up to 50lbs and wear body armor and PPE for extended periodsExcellent verbal communication and instructional delivery skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Honorable discharge (if prior military service) with favorable reenlistment codeVECTRONA 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.