Dive Instructor in Panama City, Florida at Technical Systems Integration, Inc.

Become part of an elite team at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC) in Panama City, Florida, where you'll transform candidates into qualified military divers. As a Dive Instructor, you'll play a crucial role in developing the skills and knowledge essential for underwater operations across all military services.

This challenging position allows you to:

• Deliver hands-on instruction in multiple diving systems including SCUBA, MK-16, MK-25, and surface-supplied diving equipment
• Train future divers in both pool and open-water environments
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations
• Shape the future of military diving through direct student interaction
• Contribute to curriculum development and training improvement

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct diving instruction in multiple environments and conditions
• Maintain qualification in various diving systems (SCUBA, MK16, MK25, Surface Supplied)
• Perform a minimum of eight dives per year
• Ensure strict adherence to U.S. Navy Diving Manual procedures
• Monitor student progress and provide remediation when needed
• Maintain diving equipment and support systems
• Document training evolutions and student performance
• Participate in curriculum development and improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of U.S. Armed Forces First Class Diver or higher qualification
• Minimum 6 years of active duty Military First Class Diver or Diving Medical Technician (DMT) experience
• Current within 5 years of military diving experience
• Graduate of military instructor training course or civilian equivalent
• Must maintain diving physical qualification standards
• Must pass physical/psychological examination and drug screening
• Current CPR certification
• Qualify as Navy Material Maintenance Management (3-M) 301 Maintenance Person within 30 days