Navy Training Systems Engineer

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• At least 3 years of professional experience with military training systems
• Hands-on database administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting experience; PostgreSQL experience is preferred
• Proficiency with Red Hat Linux, including command-line operations
• Ability to develop and maintain technical documentation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• U.S. citizenship and an active DoD Secret security clearance
• JAAR system experience is preferred
• Experience with Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) enterprise technologies, such as HLA, DIS, or JREAP-C, is preferred
• Security+ certification is preferred
• Windows proficiency, including command-line operations, is preferred
• Recent practical experience with military training systems, within the last five years, is preferred
• Python and scripting skills for automation and system integration are preferred
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) clearance is preferred

Responsibilities:

• Provide onsite technical and operational support for the JAAR program as the main West Coast contact for users and government partners
• Adjust work hours as needed to support Navy training events
• Install, update, and maintain JAAR systems at Joint and Navy facilities
• Conduct pre-event testing, troubleshoot issues, and confirm system readiness
• Troubleshoot technical issues in real time, including misconfigurations and protocol collector setup before events
• Prepare technical reports, assist with root cause analysis, and track software trouble tickets
• Document system setup, configuration, and operating procedures
• Conduct and record integration tests to verify JAAR functionality
• Update and maintain databases, ensuring data integrity and availability
• Apply JAAR software updates and analyze JAAR data recordings as needed
• Participate in test and training events to validate system operations, including travel within the continental U.S. and potentially overseas
• Attend planning conferences, technical exchange meetings, and working groups as needed
• Coordinate with military customers and cross-functional teams to track requirements and align work with project goals
• Follow applicable security policies and procedures

Technologies:

• Support
• Linux
• Network
• PostgreSQL
• Python
• Security
• Windows

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We are Arorae Corporation (ARO Corp), a veteran-owned small business providing advanced technology solutions and systems engineering services to the U.S. Department of Defense. Our work spans computer science, network engineering, and military tactical and training systems, and we collaborate with government and industry partners to develop emerging technologies, rapid prototypes, and new capabilities. We are hiring a Military Training Systems Engineer for a full-time, onsite role in San Diego, California, supporting the U.S. Navys Joint After Action Review (JAAR) program. The position serves as the primary West Coast technical support resource and works directly with JAAR users and government partners in a fast-paced environment. Compensation is $85,000–$115,000 per year. Occasional local and continental U.S. travel is expected, with possible overseas travel.

last updated 43 week of 2026