Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Planned Systems International, Inc.; San Onofre (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Job summary

Cognito Systems is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Specialist at Camp Pendleton, CA, to support the Marines’ SMIP program. You will contribute to performance optimization, program design, and field work in varied environments.

Requirements include US citizenship, English fluency, active BLS certification, and a Bachelor's in a related field; NSCA CSCS or equivalent certification; 5 years of experience; and ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors.

Qualifications

• US citizen or eligible to work in the US.
• Must read, write and speak English fluently.
• Maintain active BLS through AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate proficiency in strength and conditioning program design.
• Collaborate with USMC personnel and ATs/FFIs.
• Support Marine readiness through physical performance optimization.

Skills

Coaching

CSCS certification

Team collaboration

Human performance knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in kinesiology/athletic training/exercise science

Job description

Strength and Conditioning Specialist

Job ID 2026-12131

Location US-CA-Camp Pendleton

Overview

Cognito Systems, a Planned Systems International (PSI) joint venture, is seeking a Strength and Conditioning Specialist at Camp Pendleton, CA with the Marines - Sports Medicine Injury Prevention (SMIP). Reducing attrition and lost work days associated with musculoskeletal injuires in order to increase operational readiness of individual Marines and their units.

The lives of our nation's active-duty military depend on outstanding healthcare. Cognito Systems strives to provide highly qualified healthcare professionals to work in the heart of military medicine. As a civilian contractor working for Cognito Systems, you will serve as an Athletic Trainer, contributing to the mission of the United States Marine Corps' Sports Medicine Injury Prevention (SMIP) Program. Your expertise will play a vital role in optimizing Marine performance and readiness.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

Be a Part of the Team: Cognito Systems, LLC is Mentor-Protege Joint Venture between Resolution Think and QuarterLine Consulting Services. Cognito Systems is committed to providing high-quality service to our customers and to delivering world-class healthcare to members of our military and our nation's veterans.

• The Benefits: Our team offers competitive compensation packages, a benefit package consisting of health;life;dental/vision insurance,continuing education, 401k with match - vest upon start, and excellent work-life balance of a M-F, 40/hr work week to ensure your success.
• Type of Work: Full Time
• Location: Camp Mateo, CA

Minimum Requirements

How to Qualify:

• US citizen
• Able to read, write, and speak English
• Maintain active BLS through American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Bachelor's degree in appropriate field- there is some room for interpretation with what an appropriate field is, examples below
  • Ex: Kinesiology, athletic training, exercise science, exercise physiology, biomechanics or education
  • Preferred: Masters
• Certification as a Strength and Conditioning Coach
  • Does not specifically require one certification as long as they have a certification from an accredited program
  • Example:
• National Strength and Conditioning Coach (NSCA) Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
• CSCCa Strength and Conditioning Coach (SCCC)
• 5 years of demonstrated experience as a strength and conditioning coach; 12 months of experience in preceding 36 months
  • Preferred: Experience in military, D1 collegiate athletics, or Olympic/professional level
• Knowledge of human performance technology and utilization in program design
• Maintain level of fitness that allows individual to demonstrate all prescribed exercises/activities and to hik erough terrain and function in auster environments
  • They will be working outside in the elements relatively frequently
• Lift and manipulate weights up to 50 lbs
• Soft Skills:
  • Knowledge of human perfomrance tehcnolofy and utilization in program design
  • Willing to work as a team with USMC Command Elements, ATs, and FFIs (Force Fitness Instructors)
  • Understand role of other human performance elements like physicians, PTs, and ATs

Compensation

Annual salary depending on experience, plus sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Company Benefits

PSI offers full-time, benefits eligible employees a competitive total compensation package that includes paid leave, and options for employer sponsored group medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, AD&D coverage, legal services, identity theft, and accident insurance. Flexible spending account and health saving account options offer pre-tax savings for qualified medical, dental, and vision expenses. The company sponsored 401(k) retirement plan has an employer contribution match that is immediately vested. We invest in the professional growth of our employees through professional courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement programs.

EEO Commitment

It is company policy to promote equal employment opportunities. All personnel decisions, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination, are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, veteran status, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities will be provided. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources by emailing [e-mail], or by dialing 703-575-8400.