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

Position Description & Qualifications

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 Trainingand 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

• 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!

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 .