Mission Command Fundamentals (MCF) Course Director

People Technology And Processes; Mississippi; On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

People Technology And Processes is seeking a Course Director for the Mission Command Fundamentals Course in Stennis Space Center, Mississippi. This role involves leading and overseeing the course curriculum development while ensuring continuity across iterations.

The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in curriculum management according to Navy standards, have a background in formal military training, and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in curriculum development as per Navy standards.
• Experience in leading and managing formal training for senior military students.
• Deep understanding of Mission Command and military operational processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Mission Command Fundamentals Course (MCFC) content and continuity.
• Plan and execute up to two MCFC iterations annually.
• Design and deliver curriculum documents and course materials.
• Coordinate with speakers and subject matter experts for each course.
• Manage the execution of multi-day capstone exercises.
• Oversee contractor personnel for course delivery.
• Submit After-Action Reports (AAR) post-course.

Skills

Curriculum development

Leadership in training

Operational planning

Communication skills

Job description

Job Details

Location: Stennis Space Center, MS 39529. Position Type: Full Time. Title: Mission Command Fundamentals (MCF) Course Director. Clearance required: SECRET.

Responsibilities

• Act as the lead for providing course content and ensuring continuity across all iterations of the Mission Command Fundamentals Course (MCFC).
• Oversee the planning and execution of up to two MCFC iterations per fiscal year.
• Lead the design, development, and delivery of all course curriculum documents in accordance with NAVEDTRA 130 series standards, including the Training Project Plan (TPP), Lesson Plans (LPs), and Trainee Guides (TGs).
• Identify, vet, and coordinate with up to 12 content speakers, subject matter experts, and academics for each course to ensure instruction remains relevant and impactful.
• Manage the development and execution of the multi‑day capstone exercise, to include scenarios based on Humanitarian Assistance/Disaster Relief (HA/DR), civilian‑military maritime incidents, and military‑military hostile acts.
• Manage contractor personnel and the day‑to‑day conduct of the course in accordance with the lesson plan and course schedule.
• Develop, prepare, and provide all necessary course materials for students and instructors.
• Author and submit a comprehensive After‑Action Report (AAR) to the government following the completion of each course iteration.
• Serve as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the annual course review to provide recommendations for curriculum updates and improvements.

Qualifications

• Must possess extensive experience in curriculum development and management in accordance with Navy Educational Training (NAVEDTRA) standards.
• Proven experience leading, managing, and instructing in a formal training environment, preferably with senior international military students (O-3 to O-6).
• Deep, demonstrable understanding of Mission Command philosophy, Joint/Combined Operational Planning, the Military Decision‑Making Process (MDMP), and the Operational Level of War.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractor personnel, course schedules, and curriculum development timelines effectively.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to professionally engage with guest speakers, stakeholders, and senior military leaders.