POSITION SUMMARY
Serves as the Lead Air Instructor Controller (I/C) providing the primary capability for the conceptualization, development, and execution of computer-assisted joint exercises and mission rehearsals. Position is for an I/C with strong aviation operations background for the Simulation Operation and Training Section (SOTS) of the Forces Branch supporting Joint Staff J7.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Modelling & Simulation (M&S) Operations: SME in the operation of Air Warfare Simulation (AWSIM), Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulation (JCATS), Joint Theater Level Simulation (JTLS), Joint Low Overhead Driver (JLOD) and Low Overhead Training System (LOTS) in stand-alone and federated Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) environments. Skilled and experienced in drafting and executing M&S test cases and plans for the purposes of supporting and directing M&S Integration Events (IE), Verification Events (VE), Operational Assessment Tests (OAT), Event Functional Tests (EFT), Event Operational Tests (EOT) and simulation database validations. Comprehensive understanding of simulation-to-stimulation (e.g., M&S-to-command and control (C2)) architectures. Skilled and experienced in using M&S to support accomplishment of training objectives in simulation supported, Master Scenario List (MSEL) driven, exercises.
- M&S Instruction: SME in the preparation, delivery and refinement of M&S operations curriculum and instructor-led training, both in classroom environments and practical examination applications. Skilled in converting resident M&S training sessions into Joint Knowledge Online (JKO) training sessions. Maintain proficiency in joint and service doctrine and certification in specified M&S systems.
- Response Cell Operations: SME in preparation and facilitation of Response Cell personnel and Response Cell activities in support of an Exercise Control Group (ECG). Skilled in providing instruction in Response Cell Operation and M&S Operations to military, government and contractor augmentees. Responsible for supporting training audience training objectives at exercise events by being knowledgeable in all areas of the exercise control group operations, to include the event scenario, the Master Scenario Event List (MSEL), the exercise Area of Responsibility (AOR) and role and responsibilities of component response cells. Serve as Cell Lead assisting in the development and validation of exercise scenario, Road-to-Crisis (RTC), MSEL, unit Order of Battle (OOB) and Table of Organization (TO&E) products.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be a U.S. citizen (eligible for a U.S. passport)
- Must possess secret clearance (minimum) and meet eligibility requirements for a TS/SCI clearance
- Must have a minimum of 8 years' experience as a rated commissioned officer or DoD civilian equivalent including experience in planning and conducting military training for a service or joint/combined organization
- Must be knowledgeable of Air Force aviation organizations, operations and the role they play in Joint Operations
- Must be capable of converting Operational level directives into Tactical level activity replicated in simulations
- Must be able to travel unassisted to CONUS and oversees locations to perform job duties
- Knowledgeable of Air Tasking Order (ATO) and Airspace Control Order (ACO) processes
- Experience in Air Force exercise design, to include Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), Universal Joint Task List (UJTL) and Master Scenario Event List (MSEL) processes desired
- Experience in using M&S in support of training events desired
- Skilled in all aspects of communications for briefings, presentations and classroom instructions
- Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office presentation, word processing, spreadsheet and collaboration applications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree desired
- Graduate of an intermediate Service School desired
CORE VALUES:
INTEGRITY - Honesty, Trust and Respect in every situation
EXCELLENCE - Performance, Effectiveness, Quality, and Safety in everything we do
INNOVATION - Embracing new ideas and best practice in every service that we provide