Military Trainer - Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) Planner - Suffolk, VA

Position Description & Qualifications

Serco is seeking an experienced Military Trainer – Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) Planner to support Combatant Command joint exercises. You will join a dynamic team supporting the Joint Staff J-7 Deputy Directorate for Training and Exercises, in Suffolk, Virginia. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside other professionals committed to enhancing military operational readiness through Collective Joint Training (CJT).

An active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.

In this role, you will:

• Translate higher-level scenario design and Operational Environment (OE) inputs into detailed, executable MSEL injects.

• Utilize the Joint Staff's Joint Training Tool (JTT), a cloud-based, web-enabled digital environment, to develop, manage, and maintain MSEL injects aligned to approved training objectives, commander’s intent, and exercise guidance.

• Provide instruction and user support on JTT functionality and MSEL development to training audiences and Exercise Control (EXCON) personnel.

• Synchronize inject timelines across multiple functional areas (e.g., operations, cyber, logistics, information environment) to ensure integrated scenario execution.

• Support MSEL integration across all phases of the Joint Event Life Cycle (JELC).

• Participate in key planning events and working groups to deliver MSEL updates and products.

• Coordinate with functional planners, analysts, and support teams to ensure inject alignment with overall exercise design and objectives.

• Execute assigned MSEL injects during exercise operations as part of EXCON / White Cell activities.

• Assist with real-time adjustments to inject timing, sequencing, and delivery under direction to maintain training realism and objectives.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• An active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution with a minimum of two (2) years of experience in joint operations and planning; or an associate degree with five (5) years of directly related experience; or specialized technical training and certifications relevant to the requirement.

• or an Associate’s degree in a related field, or no degree with a minimum of four (4) years of relevant practical experience; alternatively, specialized technical training and certifications directly aligned to the requirement.

• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport.

• The ability to travel within CONUS and OCONUS as required (up to 25%).

• The ability to work on-site in Suffolk, Virginia.

• Demonstrated ability to organize, prioritize, and complete tasks in accordance with established standards and timelines.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Active U.S. Department of Defense Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance.

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience supporting Joint or Service-level planning processes.

• Working knowledge of Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) development and management, including proficiency with the Joint Training Tool (JTT).

• Demonstrated experience supporting Joint Staff J-7 exercises or training events.

• Experience contributing to operational planning at the operational and/or strategic level.

• Background in joint training and exercise planning, execution, or assessment.

If you are interested in making an impact with a passionate team, submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

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Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities. Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract

• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection

• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits

• Employee Assistance Plan

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Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: View email address on click.appcast.io .