Cruiser/Destroyer Combat Systems SME

Cruiser/Destroyer Combat Systems SME

Transform technology into opportunity as a Cruiser/Destroyer Combat Systems SME at GDIT. Shape what’s next for mission-critical government projects while shaping what’s next for your engineering career.

As a Cruiser/Destroyer Combat Systems SME, the work you do at GDIT directly supports the mission of Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Pacific Fleet (CNSP). You will play a crucial role in all Combat Systems SME activities across the Readiness Assistance Training Teams (RATT), helping ships improve combat readiness, system proficiency, and operational performance.

You will:

● Lead, manage, and support day‑to‑day and long‑range combat systems maintenance and engineering activities, ensuring surface ship combat system readiness, reliability, and sustained fleet operational capability.
● Collaborate closely with shipboard crews, government program offices, Regional Maintenance Centers, depot-level teams, and training organizations to align maintenance priorities, coordinate technical actions, and maintain clear and consistent communication across the combat systems enterprise.
● Drive system performance improvements by assessing operational outcomes, identifying ongoing degraders, and developing corrective recommendations. You will support ships in resolving system casualties, improving troubleshooting capability, and elevating combat systems proficiency across supported platforms.
● Apply deep technical expertise in AEGIS and SSDS combat systems, advanced diagnostics, Navy maintenance management systems (including CSMP and CASREP workflows), engineering documentation, and technical directives to mentor Sailors, develop procedures, and produce high-quality readiness assessments and reports aligned with TYCOM expectations.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED
Bring your Combat Systems expertise along with a drive for innovation to GDIT. The Lead Combat Systems SME must have:
● Education:

• Undergraduate degree, associate’s degree, or minimum 7 years documented experience in a management role.

● Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of experience with the technical aspects of operations and maintenance of the AEGIS Combat Systems suite.

  ● Experience level consistent with an AEGIS Combat Systems Maintenance Manager (CSMM).

  ● 15 years supervisory experience in analyses, information systems operations, and implementation of technical projects similar to RATT and CNSP support activities.

  ● Extensive afloat combat systems maintenance experience serving as:

  • Systems Test Officer (STO)

  • Combat Systems Maintenance Manager (CSMM)

  • Combat Systems Officer of the Watch (CSOOW)

  • on multiple AEGIS and SSDS ships.

  ● Maintenance/training staff experience with:

  • Immediate Superior in Command (ISIC)

  • Type Commander (TYCOM)

  • Afloat Training Group (ATG)

  Technical Skills

  The SME must demonstrate proficiency in:

  ● Supervisory expertise overseeing Navy surface ship combat systems maintenance activities.
  ● Extensive technical background with:

  • AEGIS Combat Systems suite

  • Navy Sonar systems

  • Vertical Launching System (VLS)

  • Close-In Weapon System (CIWS)

  • Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD)

  • SPY radar systems

  Comprehensive readiness and lifecycle sustainment knowledge for AEGIS and SSDS-equipped ships.

  Network & communications systems proficiency, including integration across shipboard systems and tactical data links.

  Recent (within 5 years) operational & maintenance experience with Navy electronic warfare and countermeasures systems (e.g., SLQ-32, NULKA, SRBOC), as required for CRUDES support teams.
   

  Broad maintenance staff proficiency, including CSMP review, depot-level coordination, modernization support, and combat system configuration management.
   

  Advanced troubleshooting capability, including diagnostics for combat systems, sensors, weapons, and control systems.
   

  Expert knowledge of depot-level combat systems maintenance workflows, engineering documentation, technical directives, and life-cycle management requirements.

● Security clearance level: Active DoW Secret (or higher)
● US citizenship required
● Role requirements:

• Ability to collaborate with senior military personnel, government engineering teams, shipboard crews, and maintenance facilities

• Willingness to travel to fleet concentration areas, shipyards, and waterfront locations

• Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams in operational, maintenance, or modernization environments

• Strong communication, planning, and organizational skills suitable for high‑visibility readiness and sustainment programs

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.