Overview
THOR Solutions is seeking a Technical Instructor (Marine Welding & Systems) to provide 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.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and deliver instructional programs for technical courses in welding, brazing, and other ship fundamentals.
- Ensure students receive high-quality education through effective instruction and hands-on training.
- Train students and shipboard personnel on safety requirements and standard maintenance procedures.
- Develop and maintain classroom techniques that reflect professionalism and high motivation.
- Administer, grade, and critique examinations; prepare and administer remedial assignments as needed.
- Submit written recommendations for curriculum updates.
- Examine and troubleshoot equipment to determine repair needs.
- Identify and resolve technical problems, providing recommendations to management.
- Be responsible for all personnel welding/brazing records.
- Ensure adherence to all safety requirements within the shop area.
- Maintain understanding of all Naval welding/brazing standards and instructions.
- Conduct quarterly self-assessments and correct discrepancies found during audits.
- Assist with the maintenance, utilization, and inventory of department tools and equipment.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Ten years of full-time, hands-on welding and brazing experience onboard naval vessels.
- Prior Military or shipyard experience is preferred.
- Must be certified or able to certify 6G P-73 and 4F/5F P-14 carbon steel (SMAW) weld tests.
- Must be certified or able to certify 4F/5F P-14 and 6G P-73 carbon and stainless (GTAW) weld tests.
- Must be certified or able to certify vertical and horizontal Grade III, IV, and V brazing tests.
- Must be certified or able to certify in welder and brazer Workmanship requirements.
- Existing active or interim Secret security clearance required.
Benefits
- PTO
- 401k
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
Additional Information
- Location: Onsite at Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center (MARMC) in Norfolk, VA.
- This position is covered under the Service Contract Act (SCA).