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SURTASS Technical Advisor - NAVY C4I

General Dynamics Information Technology.com

94k - 127k USD/year

Office

Norfolk Naval Base (VAC200), United States

Full Time

Type Of Requisition:

Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

Top Secret/SCI

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

Top Secret/SCI

Public Trust/Other Required:

None

Job Family:

Program Delivery and Execution

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

People Management, Planning, Project Quality Assurance, Technical Know-How, Training and Development

Certifications:

None

Experience:

4 + years of related experience

Us Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

Job Title: Technical Advisor (Navy Surtass)

Description Summary:

SURTASS provides an on-demand, mobile, and active/passive maritime surveillance capability in support of Joint and Naval Task Force commanders via towed acoustic sensor systems. The ships and installed SURTASS mission equipment are designed for extended duration and independent operations in remote geographic areas. Thus, self-sufficiency in operations and maintenance is an important mission objective. It is intended that operations and maintenance be performed on board vessels and in depot maintenance facilities with the objective of maximizing operational readiness.

This position is for a future opportunity that is expected to be awarded in June 2026

Join GDIT as a Field Technician for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support. The SURTASS Technical Advisor shall:

  • Supervise and coordinate all shipboard requirements.
  • Manage the performance of their crew of O&M Technician Crewmembers.
  • Submit required reports in accordance with this SOW, the SURTASS SOP, and other directives.
  • Serve as the senior contractor onboard the ship supporting IOSC and the contractor.

What You’Ll Need To Succeed - Technical Advisor Candidates Must Have:

Education:

Associate Degree In Computer Science, Electronics Technology, Or Be A Graduate Of Us Navy Electronics “C” School Or Equivalent Civilian Electronics Technical School (Curriculum: Maintenance, Troubleshooting, And Repair Of Vme Computers, Digital Computers, Microprocessors Or Peripheral/Interface Equipment, Networks, Communications System, Navigation System And/Or Sonar System).

  • Experience: 4+ Years Of Related Experience

Desired Professional Experience:

  • Four (4) years' experience of practical hands-on experience in the operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of secure networks and communications systems, navigations systems, and sonar systems.
  • Seven (7) years' professional experience in operations management. Experience with SURTASS mission systems is highly desired.
  • Five (5) years' experience managing personnel
  • Required Certifications: DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (i.e., Sec+ CE, Other)
  • Clearance: Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI)
  • MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT
  • ● As a Field Tech/Engineer, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of US NAVY.

● You will play a crucial role and will have an impact on the customer’s mission.
● Collaborate with a highly talented the team to achieve the mission

  • GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
  • At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off

● Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
● 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
● 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.

#Surtass #Navy #Shipyard

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Norfolk

Additional Work Locations:

Total Rewards At Gdit:

Our benefits package for all US-based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave. To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.Join our Talent Community to stay up to date on our career opportunities and events at

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

SURTASS Technical Advisor - NAVY C4I

Office

Norfolk Naval Base (VAC200), United States

Full Time

94k - 127k USD/year

September 24, 2025

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