MCTP Workstation Instructor Controller

Core Government Services Corporation; Fort Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

FSA options

Disability insurance coverage

401(k) Traditional and Roth

PTO for Federal Holidays

Education courses access

Identity of CGS

Job summary

Core Government Services Corporation seeks a senior Army veteran for the Workstation Instructor Controller (WIC) team at Fort Leavenworth, KS. You will train, coach, and supervise personnel to replicate command structures and maintain realistic simulation environments using WARSIM and JLCCTC.

The role requires deep Army knowledge, DoD clearance, and experience at brigade/battalion levels. Travel to temporary exercise locations is expected; full-time, exempt position.

Qualifications

• ILE/MEL4 or Sergeants Major Course graduate equivalent.
• Former field grade officer; retirement at Lt Col (O-5) or above preferred.
• Key developmental position at brigade or battalion level.
• Familiarity with Army and Joint regulations relevant to this role.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise rotational unit personnel during exercises.
• Instruct on WARSIM BSWS and JLCCTC platforms.
• Provide guidance on Army Mission Command Systems (CPCE/CPOF).
• Support Exercise Control and Database teams in training file development.
• Collaborate with OC/Ts and S-33 for Unit Training Events and planning.
• Conduct database reviews and simulate platform testing prior to WFXs.
• Develop and deliver JLCCTC lesson plans.
• Oversee work cell operations to ensure realism in simulations.
• Generate Work Cell reports for AAR development.
• Implement workarounds for JLCCTC gaps and resolve anomalies.

Skills

Warfighting Function

M2 experience

Train & supervise

JLCCTC familiarity

Education

ILE/MEL4 or Sergeants Major Course

War College MEL1

Tools

WARSIM

JLCCTC

CPCE

CPOF

Job description

CGS is looking for a senior Army veteran with Movement and Maneuver (M2) Warfighting Function experience to join our Workstation Instructor Controller (WIC) team supporting the US Army's Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) at Fort Leavenworth, KS.

As a defense mission professional, you ask questions others don't. You understand the nuances of complex situations. You use your skills to think bigger and push further, solving complex problems. We're looking for an expert like you to drive solutions for missions that keep our nation safe.

Our Workstation Instructor Controllers (WIC) are essential to the success of Warfighter Exercises (WFXs) conducted under the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP). You train, coach, and supervise work/response cell personnel tasked with replicating subordinate, adjacent, and higher headquarters units. You ensure realistic simulation environments using platforms such as Warfighter Simulation (WARSIM) and Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC) and support the development and execution of operational plans aligned with current Army doctrine.

Responsibilities

• Train and supervise rotational unit personnel replicating command structures during exercises.
• Instruct work/response cell personnel on WARSIM Battle Space Workstation (BSWS) and JLCCTC platforms.
• Provide technical guidance on Army Mission Command Systems, including Command Post Computing Environment (CPCE) and Command Post of the Future (CPOF).
• Support Exercise Control and Database teams in developing system files for training events.
• Collaborate with Observer Controller/Trainer (OC/Ts) and S-33 to execute Unit Training Events and assist in operational planning.
• Conduct database reviews and simulation platform testing prior to WFXs.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans for JLCCTC instruction.
• Oversee work cell operations during exercises to ensure simulation realism.
• Generate Work Cell reports for After Action Review (AAR) development.
• Implement workarounds for combat functionality gaps in JLCCTC.
• Resolve simulation anomalies and elevate issues through Senior Control as needed.
• Provide detailed feedback and contribute to Contractor's Exercise AARs.

Requirements

• Completion of Intermediate Level Education (ILE/MEL4) or Sergeants Major Course graduate equivalent.
• Former field grade officer; highly desirable to be a retired lieutenant colonel (O-5) or above. Senior warrant officers (W-4/5) or sergeants major (E-9) are also eligible.
• Successful service in a key developmental position at the brigade or battalion level.
• Demonstrated tactical and technical proficiency within their Warfighting Function (WfF).
• Familiarity with current Army and Joint regulations and publications relevant to this role prior to employment.
• Current DoD Secret security clearance or higher.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• War College (MEL1) Graduate or equivalent
• Served on Division/Corps level staff positions
• Possession of excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Master's degree

Working Conditions

inside Government training facilities.

Required Travel

Employees will travel to temporary work locations during exercises.

Job Type

Full-Time, Exempt

Contract Length

More than 1 year

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• Flex Spending Account options.
• Disability insurance coverage options.
• 401(k) Traditional and Roth account options.
• Company paid time off during (11) Federal Holidays.
• Company paid time off.
• Premium financial advisory services
• Over 2000 free education courses for our employees.

CGS provides reasonable accommodation requests so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the hiring selection process.