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RATT Team Lead - SME

CompanyPrevailance, Inc.
LocationCoronado
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 3, 2026
About The Company
Prevailance was established to address the ever-changing needs of the Department of Defense and the United States Government. We are committed to bringing our Customers the services and products they need to succeed. We bring a unique combination of broad operational experience and deep analytical skills that have proven critical in successfully addressing our Customer's most pressing requirements. We currently operate in 11 different states and are headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA.
About the Role

Description

This position is contingent upon contract award


Overview

The RATT Team Lead - Subject Matter Expert (SME) supports Commander, Naval Surface Forces, Pacific Fleet (CNSP) as part of the Readiness Assistance Training Team (RATT). The RATT provides direct, Sailor-centric training and technical assistance to surface ships to improve technical proficiency, material condition, organic capability, and overall readiness.


As the senior SME assigned to an individual ship visit team, the RATT Team Lead provides technical and supervisory leadership during shipboard RATT engagements. The Team Lead applies extensive Navy propulsion engineering and surface ship maintenance expertise to guide technical assistance, coordinate team activities, and support shipboard personnel in improving maintenance practices, technical proficiency, and readiness.


Location

San Diego, CA, with extensive travel in support of shipboard RATT visits throughout CONUS and OCONUS locations 

Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum 15 years of supervisory experience in analyses, information system operations, and implementation of related technical projects
  • Supervisory-level main propulsion experience involving U.S. Navy surface ship maintenance processes 
  • Extensive experience serving as a shipboard Engineering Officer of the Watch (EOOW) aboard multiple ships 
  • Extensive experience in U.S. Navy ship main propulsion engineering across multiple ships 
  • Navy maintenance and/or training staff experience, such as at an Immediate Superior in Command (ISIC), Type Commander (TYCOM), or Afloat Training Group (ATG
  • In-depth knowledge of U.S. Navy ship depot-level maintenance processes 
  • In-depth knowledge of the theory and operation of surface ship maintenance processes 
  • An undergraduate or associate degree or extensive demonstrated experience in a management role 
  • Ability and willingness to support extensive CONUS and OCONUS travel for shipboard RATT visits
  • Must satisfy the applicable technical SME qualifications established for the assigned RATT ship visit team in one of the following areas: 
    • Gas Turbine Main Propulsion & Control Systems SME 
    • Amphib Diesel Main Propulsion & Control Systems SME 
    • Amphib Steam Main Propulsion & Control Systems SME 

Desired

  • 25 or more years of experience in the supervisory analysis, information systems operations, and related technical project areas described above

Security Clearance

  • Must possess and maintain a SECRET clearance

If you meet these qualifications and are ready to make an impact, we encourage you to apply today!

Prevailance, Inc. proudly supports veterans as a member of the V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) program and the Hire Vets initiative. Recognized as a Top Workplace in 2025, Prevailance fosters a supportive, mission-driven environment for its team members. We provide a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, designed to support health, wellness, and financial security. Our benefits include:

  • Medical Insurance
  • TriCare Supplemental
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 11 Paid Holidays
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Computing Device Reimbursement Program

Prevailance, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, marital status or any other consideration prohibited by law or contract. Prevailance, Inc. participates in E-Verify and is VEVRAA Compliant.

Key Skills
Propulsion EngineeringShip MaintenanceTechnical LeadershipSupervisory ManagementEngineering Officer Of The WatchGas Turbine SystemsDiesel Main PropulsionSteam Main PropulsionReadiness AssistanceDepot-level MaintenanceInformation System OperationsProject ManagementNavy Maintenance ProcessesTechnical TrainingSurface Ship Operations
Categories
EngineeringGovernment & Public SectorManagement & LeadershipSecurity & Safety
Benefits
Medical InsuranceTricare SupplementalDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Coverage401(k) PlanPaid Time Off (PTO)Paid HolidaysEducation Reimbursement ProgramComputing Device Reimbursement Program
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The RATT Team Lead provides technical and supervisory leadership during shipboard engagements to improve material condition and technical proficiency. They coordinate team activities and apply extensive propulsion engineering expertise to support shipboard personnel in maintenance practices.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$100,000 - $140,000
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
127
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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