Games for Training Lead

Valiant Integrated Services, LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Integrated Services, LLC is seeking a Games for Training Lead to oversee Army gaming support at the Mission Training Complex (MTC) at JBLM, Washington. This full‑time role manages personnel, equipment, and facilities, and schedules events to meet training objectives and customer requirements.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in military training and experience with gaming simulations, strong communication with military and government staff, and proficiency in MS Office, Teams,

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience with military training and training support at Brigade or higher.
• Experience with gaming and constructive simulation programs.
• Experience as part of a G3/S3 staff at battalion or higher.
• Direct knowledge of Mission Command Warfighting Functions and related tools.
• Excellent organizational, research, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and with clients and senior officials.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, Visio and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Leads 7-10 small unit training contractors in delivering Army gaming simulation support.
• Planning SME on the execution of gaming supported exercises for battalion and below units.
• Schedules and resources all MTC gaming supported events.
• Supervises maintenance of all MTC Gaming suites (hardware/software, RMF).
• Plans the integration of VBS3 with other US Army systems.
• Maintains training objectives and coordinates with leadership and customers.
• Provides AAR support and briefing demonstrations on gaming models.

Skills

Military training

Gaming simulations

S3 staff

MS Office

Communication

Independent worker

Mission Command

Education

Bachelor's degree

CGSOC/ILE

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

SharePoint

Visio

Outlook

Job description

Lewis-McChord, Washington, United States

Security Clearance

Secret

Position Description

Valiant is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Games for Training Lead to oversee training support services for the Army at the Mission Training Complex (MTC) at JBLM, Washington. This full-time position involves comprehensive management of training resources, including personnel, equipment, and facilities, while ensuring the MTC meets customer training objectives. The role also includes Contractor and venue scheduling as well as usage reporting. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to maintain strong communication and collaboration with military customers, government officials, and contract staff, working closely with department leads, government leadership, and the contract Program Manager to ensure successful program execution.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leads 7-10 small unit training contractors in delivering Army gaming simulation support to collective training events.
• Planning Subject Matter Expert (SME) on the execution of gaming supported exercises for battalion and below units.
• Schedules and resources all MTC gaming supported events (presently referred to as “Virtual Collective Training Center” within the MTC).
• Supervises the maintenance of all MTC Gaming suites including physical layout, hardware, software versions, IAVA patches, RMF requirements, mission command systems integration, and enablers.
• Plans and coordinates the integration of VBS3 as a core system with other US Army mission command systems such as MMCS and future command and control systems .
• Understands mission command, small unit leader and staff training, development of training objectives, use of simulations and scenario products to meet training objectives.
• Tailors training venues for innovative support to meet commanders’ training objections. For example: the development of the Virtual Drone Collective Trainer.
• Supervises the testing of software and gaming databases.
• Prepares and presents briefings and demonstrations on gaming simulation models and exercise-related issues.
• Maintains MTC leadership visibility of GFT maintenance, systems and suite availability, property accountability, event status, training usage, and training coordination using the MTC Share Point portal and MS Teams.
• Responsible for the gaming period of instruction and coaching to small unit individuals on VBS3 and Platform Mission Command (currently MMCS and legacy JBC-P).
• Provides AAR support to the unit.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active Secret

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution preferred.
• Completed the Army Command and GeneralStaff Officer Course (CGSOC), Intermediate Level Education (ILE), SGM Academy or equivalent levelmilitary schooling desired.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 10+ years’ experience with military training and training support at Brigade or higher, Battalion/Brigade S3 Staff, and Mission Command software and systems.
• Experience with gaming and constructive simulation programs.
• Experience as part of a G3/S3 staff at battalion or higher.
• Direct knowledge of Mission Command Warfighting Functions, Small Unit Tactics Decisive Action Training Environment, MilitaryDecision-Making Process, Troop Leading Procedures
• Excellent organizational, research, writing, and communication skills.
• Position requires close customer contactand the ability to work independently and creatively.
• Successful candidates must exhibit theability to effectively communicate with clients, colleagues, and seniorgovernment officials.
• Must be proficient in the following computer applications: Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, Visio and Outlook.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, as well as standing for extended periods. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds when needed.
• Perform work in buildings and outdoor environments.
• Outdoor environments may involve inclement weather conditions, carrying equipment over uneven terrain, and maneuvering equipment in tight spaces.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws

Pay Range

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$82,000.00 - $86,700.38 / year

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