Collective Trainer

General Dynamics Information Technology; Fort Cavazos Motorcycle and POV Campus (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics Information Technology seeks a Collective Trainer to support the III Corps Warrior Skills Training Center at Fort Hood, Texas, delivering hands-on simulation training that strengthens unit readiness.

You will design, develop, and operate training scenarios, coach soldiers on simulation systems, and ensure interoperability across GFT, WST, and TSS while maintaining currency with doctrine and operational requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of simulation-based training experience; leadership experience at platoon through brigade level.
• Working knowledge of military use of simulations and Windows operating systems.
• Familiarity with scripting and C++ programming to adjust simulation variables and conditions.
• Proficiency with C2IS systems and scenario development.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and network issues.
• CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Secret Clearance required to start
• US Citizenship Required
• Former Senior Noncommissioned Officer (E-7 or above) with MLC or PME equivalent; proven Army training methodology experience.
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects
• Experience interfacing with military, government, and contractor personnel.
• Location: On Customer Site at Fort Hood Warrior Skills Training Center

Responsibilities

• Uses Army simulation tools in immersive, gaming-based blended environments to train Army units from Individual to Company Level.
• Operates WSTC systems, including powering up, troubleshooting, repairing, and powering down systems.
• Prepares networks and simulations; performs maintenance and adjustments before, during, and after exercises.
• Designs, develops, and integrates training scenarios aligning with customer training focus and doctrinal needs.
• Maintains interoperability between simulation platforms (GFT, WST, TSS).
• Coaches Soldiers on the use of simulation systems to meet training objectives.
• Uses scripts to adjust simulated variables and environments per customer requirements.
• Provides analytical and technical support for training projects, refining tactical/operational documentation.

Skills

Military simulations

Scripting

C++ programming

C2IS systems

Troubleshooting hardware/software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

Collective Trainer

Transform technology into opportunity as a Collective Trainer with GDIT. A career in enterprise IT means connecting and enhancing the systems that matter most. At GDIT, you'll be at the forefront of innovation, delivering high-quality training that prepares Soldiers for the challenges of modern warfare.

At GDIT, people are our differentiators. As a Collective Trainer, you will directly support the III Corps Warrior Skills Training Center at Fort Hood, Texas, providing hands-on simulation training that strengthens unit readiness and operational effectiveness.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Uses Army simulation tools in an immersive, gaming-based blended simulation environment to train U.S. Army units from Individual to Company Level.
• Serves as an operator for WSTC systems, including powering up, troubleshooting, repairing, and powering down systems.
• Performs network and simulation preparation prior to operations, as well as maintenance and adjustments before, during, and after exercises.
• Designs, develops, and integrates training scenarios that align with customer training focus and intent, meeting doctrinal and operational requirements.
• Maintains proficiency in related Command and Control Information Systems (C2IS) and ensures full interoperability between simulation platforms (GFT, WST, TSS).
• Coaches Soldiers on the use of simulation systems to achieve training objectives.
• Uses scripts to adjust simulated variables, conditions, and environments based on customer requirements.
• Provides analytical and technical support for training projects, including creation and refinement of tactical/operational documentation.
• Maintains currency with emerging U.S. and Coalition doctrine, tactics, equipment, and procedures.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, and relevant work experience
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of simulation-based training experience; leadership experience at platoon through brigade level.
• Required Technical skills:
  • Working knowledge of military use of simulations and Windows operating systems.
  • Familiarity with scripting and C++ programming to adjust simulation variables and conditions.
  • Proficiency with C2IS systems and scenario development.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills for hardware, software, and network issues.
• Certification: CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Security Clearance: Secret Clearance required to start
• US Citizenship Required
• Role requirements:
  • Former Senior Noncommissioned Officer (E-7 or above) with Master Leader Course (MLC) graduation or higher Professional Military Education (PME) equivalent; proven expertise in Army training methodology, planning, and execution.
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Experience interfacing with military, government, and contractor personnel.
  • Location: On Customer Site at Fort Hood Warrior Skills Training Center
• Preferred Skills:
  • Experience with Virtual Battle Space (VBS)
  • Operational deployment experience (OIF/OND/OEF).
  • Travel: 10-25%

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
  

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career in program management at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your passion for the mission and delivering results.

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