2026.02.15

What’s Naval Sea Systems Command like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

worxform.us@gmail.com

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the MANAGER position at Naval Sea Systems Command.

Ms.Smith

What position is being offered at the Department of the Navy?

Ms.Smith

They’re looking for a Manager in the Global Deterrence & Defense Department, specifically in the Missile Systems Hardware & Test Division.

Dr.Job

Where is this job located?

Ms.Smith

The job is based in Crane, Indiana.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary range is between $125,776 and $192,331, but since it’s not a high grade position, it may be limited to a GS-14 Step 10, which is currently $163,514.

Dr.Job

What qualifications do you need for this role?

Ms.Smith

You’ll need at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the ND-04 grade level, which is similar to GS-12/13, in either federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Dr.Job

What kind of experience counts as specialized experience?

Ms.Smith

Specialized experience should show that you’ve worked as a professional engineer or scientist, providing leadership and technical direction in managing research, development, test and evaluation, or system integration related to Strategic Missions systems and equipment.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith