Military Trainer - Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Instructor / Controller - Suffolk, VA

Military Trainer – Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Instructor / Controller (I/C)

Serco is seeking an experienced Military Trainer – Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Instructor / Controller (I/C) to support Combatant Command joint and combined exercises under the Joint Staff J-7 Deputy Directorate for Joint Training and Exercises (DDJTE), Collective Joint Training (CJT) program in Suffolk, Virginia. This position supports the planning, development, and execution of computer-assisted joint exercises designed to enhance Joint Force operational readiness.

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:

• Support the conceptualization, development, replication, and execution of friendly and Opposing Force (OPFOR) ground, air, and maritime capabilities through credible modeling and simulation integration during joint exercises.
• Operate and control military models and simulations (M&S) to replicate friendly and adversary forces during joint training events using Joint Live, Virtual, and Constructive (JLVC) federation models, including:
• Air Warfare Simulation (AWSIM)
• Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulation (JCATS)
• JCATS Low Overhead Driver (JLOD)
• Joint Semi-Automated Forces (JSAF) and
• Joint Theater Level Simulation (JTLS)
• Low Overhead Training System (LOTS)
• Serve as a simulation Instructor and Controller, supporting joint training objectives and executing Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) injects during exercise execution.
• Maintain certification and operational proficiency in assigned simulation platforms.
• Support workstation controller operations and supervise gamer augmentees during exercise events.
• Validate simulation unit order-of-battle databases to ensure accurate representation of forces.
• Maintain and utilize Opposing Force Threat Binders containing adversary land, maritime, and air combat systems.
• Replicate adversary combat systems, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs), and operational concepts in accordance with current doctrine and intelligence assessments.
• Ensure exercise scenario fidelity aligned with Combatant Command Areas of Responsibility (AORs)

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active DoW Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCI clearance.
• A U.S. Citizenship.
• A Bachelor's Degree or higher from an accredited institution with minimum 2 years of experience in joint operations, M&S, and planning or an Associate's degree from an accredited institution with 4 years' experience directly related to the requirements; or specialized technical training and certifications directly related to the M&S requirement.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as a Commissioned Officer, Non-Commissioned Officer, or DoD civilian equivalent, with experience planning and conducting military training for a Service or Joint/Combined organization.
• Experience providing platform instruction.
• The ability to support Modeling and Simulation Response Cell operations during exercise execution.
• Experience supporting component response cells and exercise control group operations.
• A valid U.S. Passport (or ability to obtain).
• The ability to work on-site in Suffolk, Virginia.
• The ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS in support of exercise events (10%).

Additional desired experience and skills:

• An active U.S. DoD Top Secret / SCI security clearance.
• Hands-on experience with computer-assisted exercises model simulation.
• Familiarity with: Military symbols, operational graphics, and joint terminology, Joint doctrine and joint planning processes, OPFOR / adversary threat system replication.
• JLVC environment integration.
• Graduate of Intermediate Service School.
• Direct experience supporting Joint Staff J7 exercises.

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!