Technical Instructor

Valiant Integrated Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Technical Instructors-Gaming to support military training at Joint Base Lewis - McChord. This role involves integrating training systems, managing course content, and providing technical support in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in military training, excellent organizational and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft applications. Join a team dedicated to enhancing operational readiness and training effectiveness for U.S. Army personnel. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in military training and support.

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in military training and training support.
• Possess the Additional Skill Identifier 'H' Instructor Certificate.
• 2 years' experience as an instructor desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver mission command integration training.
• Manage student attendance and course completion statistics.
• Provide tier 1 technical support to classroom facilities.

Skills

Military Training

Training Support

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Technical Support

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Instructor Certificate

Military Schooling

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Valiant is currently seeking Technical Instructors-Gaming to join our team at Joint Base Lewis - McChord, WA. Serves as a Virtual Battle Space (VBS) training integrator and operator supporting the U.S. Army client's mission. Supports home station training using VBS, develops and tailors scenarios to support unit training. Trains personnel as operators and administrators of VBS and provide games for training general support for all gaming applications and services. Conducts training classes ranging from 3-5 days per training week on an 8 hour per day basis.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

• Plan, prepare, and deliver mission command integration and integrate requisite Live, Virtual, Constructive, Gaming, and Mission Command (LVCG-MC) systems in training environments. Participates in New Equipment Fielding and Training.


• Use prescribed lesson plans developed by the institutional Army, provided by the system program manager, TRADOC or created locally. Occasionally these POIs are modified to suit the training needs of the resident unit commanders.


• Manages student attendance statistics, learning progress, and coordinates for course completion certificates.


• Solicits student feedback, conducts periodic review of course content, and modifies training scenarios, databases, and learning products to meet unit leader objectives and maintain pace with changes to Army training, doctrine, and policy.


• Maintain classroom facilities and provide tier 1 technical support to computers, tactical boxes, and network media. Reconfigure and reestablish classrooms as needed. Most classrooms consist of a simple closed network.


• When necessary, provides multi-functional instructor and technical support to the Mission Command team, a separate contract staff element providing planning drills and integrated command post exercise collective training to units.

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.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• 4 years' experience in military training and training support or other national defense services.


• Possess the Additional Skill Identifier "H" Instructor Certificate desired.


• 2 years' experience as an instructor desired.


• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution desired.


• Completed the Officer Basic Course, Advanced NCO Course, Battle Staff Course, Intermediate Level Education or equivalent level military schooling.


• Experience in operations and training at Battalion or higher-level operations.


• Familiar with digitally integrated Command Post Operation.


• Familiar with Army Mission Command Systems, e.g. JBC-P, CPCE, MMC.


• Knowledge of Mission Command, Military Decision-Making Process, and other operational planning functions.


• Excellent organizational, research, writing, and communication skills.


• Must be proficient in the following Microsoft applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook


• Position requires close customer contact and the ability to work independently and creatively.


• Applicant selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, as well as standing for extended periods. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds when needed.


• Work in both in buildings and outdoor environments.


• Outdoor environments may involve inclement weather conditions, carrying equipment over uneven terrain, and maneuvering equipment in tight spaces.