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Team Submarine

PMS 450 - Engineering - On the job training

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
91 - 120 days
Locations
2 locations in District of Columbia
Career field
Architecture and Engineering
Nearest installation
Washington Navy Yard

About the program

Our SkillBridge on-the-job training program offers a comprehensive, structured approach to prepare participants for mission-critical civilian roles within TSUB. It combines formal training, covering onboarding, orientation, workplace skills, leadership fundamentals, and role-specific technical skills, with engagement opportunities such as mentoring, milestone check-ins, peer cohort support, job shadowing, and cross-group exposure. This multifaceted plan emphasizes professional conduct, communication, ethics, and emotional intelligence while fostering career development through hands-on experiences and networking. We will conduct continuous evaluation through participant and mentor surveys to ensure program quality and effectiveness.

Jobs this program prepares you for

General Engineering Support personnel support the design, development, and maintenance of the VIRGINIA CLASS submarine. They provide technical advisement on engineering trade-offs and execution, while supporting program management activities such as data analysis, reporting, process improvement, and documentation. Responsibilities may also include procurement assistance, logistics coordination, and overall project support. Successful candidates demonstrate strong teamwork, adaptability, and communication skills which support effective collaboration across diverse technical and operational functions.

Eligibility & prerequisites

Must Have:• An active Secret security clearance • 2-5 years of relevant experience• Proficient knowledge of NMCI Office Tools Nice to Have: • Bachelor's Degree • Understanding Of Submarine Operations and Certifications • Core skills required to be successful in this role are Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Adaptability, and Teamwork

This position will take place in-person at the Washington Navy Yard. APPLY NOW! To apply to this position, please contact the PMS 450 SkillBridge Team via PMS450_SkillBridge@us.navy.mil. Attach your resume and the team will reach out to you with expectations and next steps.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ