Technical Instructor; Marine Welding & Systems

Technical Instructor (Marine Welding & Systems)

THORN Solutions is actively seeking a Technical Instructor (Marine Welding & Systems) to provide full-time technical and professional support services at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA. This position is contingent upon contract award, anticipated for September 2026.

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepare and deliver instructional programs for technical courses in welding, brazing, and other ship fundamentals, ensuring all allotted time is used effectively.
• Ensure students receive high-quality education through effective in-class instruction, hands-on training, and up-to-date learning materials.
• Train students and shipboard personnel on safety requirements, standard maintenance procedures, and the use of tools and equipment.
• Develop and maintain classroom techniques that reflect professionalism, good discipline, and high motivation. Incorporate current, real-world examples into the teaching process.
• Administer, grade, and critique examinations; prepare and administer remedial assignments as needed.
• Submit written recommendations for curriculum updates to ensure consistency with the latest industry and naval standards.
• Examine and troubleshoot equipment to determine the extent of repairs, identify necessary materials, and estimate the time required for completion.
• Identify and resolve technical problems, providing recommendations to management for concurrence and approval.
• Be responsible for all personnel welding/brazing records, including qualifications, re-qualifications, quarterly updates, and exams.
• Ensure all safety requirements and practices are adhered to within the shop area.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of all Naval welding/brazing standards and instructions (e.g., Joint Fleet Maintenance Manual (JFMM), MILSTD- 22D, MIL-STD-1689A, S9074-AQ-GIB-010/248, 074-AR-GIB-010/278, NAVSEA , S9086-CH-STM-010/074 VOL 1&3, WP- 278, WP-1698, BP-7000, MIL-STD-2035, T9074-AS-GIB-101/271).
• Conduct quarterly self-assessments and correct discrepancies found during official audits.
• Assist with the maintenance, utilization, and inventory of department tools and equipment.

Location:

Onsite at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.

Typical Physical Activity:
Mix of desk/computer work in an office environment and visits to waterfront/shipboard environments. May involve: repetitive motion, traversing shipboard environments (e.g. confined spaces, ladders, hatches), or vision.

Typical Pay Range:
The anticipated pay for this position in the identified location(s) is $28.53/hour. Actual compensation offered will be based upon individual factors including education, qualifications, and experience. This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA), and will additionally receive $5.09/hour in "health and welfare" benefits.

Existing SECRET Security

Clearance Required:

This position requires an existing active or interim Secret security clearance prior to hire. Only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance; therefore, only current U.S. citizens will be considered for this position. A candidate without a clearance but with highly relevant experience may be considered, but still must obtain a clearance prior to hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• High School or equivalent.
• Ten (10) years of full-time, hands-on welding and brazing experience onboard naval vessels. Prior Military or shipyard experience is preferred.
• Mandatory
  
  Certifications:
• Must be certified or be able to certify 6G P-73 and 4F/5F P-14 carbon steel (SMAW) weld tests.
• Must be certified or be able to certify 4F/5F P-14 and 6G P-73 carbon and stainless (GTAW) weld tests.
• Must be certified or be able to certify vertical and horizontal Grade III, IV, and V brazing tests.
• Must be certified or be able to certify in welder and brazer Workmanship requirements.

Benefit Offerings:
Along with competitive pay, THOR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with employer match and traditional/Roth options
• Medical Insurance (3 plan options) + TRICARE Supplemental Coverage
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Commuter/Transit Benefits
• Basic Life/AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Pet Benefits
• Legal Resources
• Benefits
• Employee Assistant Plan and Work-Life Program
• Voluntary Leave Transfer Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Employee Referral Program

Founded in 2009, THOR Solutions, LLC (THOR) is a rapidly growing Center for Veteran's Excellence (CVE) verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing mission critical support across the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, federal civilian agencies and commercial maritime industry, worldwide. THOR provides innovative and tailored expertise in multidisciplinary engineering, project…