Exercise Development Support - Combat Training SME (Part-Time)

Job Summary

The MAGTF Training Command (MAGTFTC) mission is to Manage the Marine Air Ground Task Force

Training Program (MAGTFTP) and conduct service level Marine Air Ground Task Force (MAGTF)

combined arms training to enhance the combat readiness of the operating forces and support the

Marine Corps' responsibilities to national security. Per CMC mandate, MAGTFTC has established a

Force on Force component to the Integrated Training Exercise (ITX), which includes requirements for

design and development of scenario(s), and observation, assessment, and mentorship of training unit

staffs. There is a critical need to support MAGTFTC in the development, planning, and execution of

assessments for the live fire and Force on Force (FoF) training during the ITX. One of several end

states for the training is a timely, thorough, and informative assessment of the training unit against

stated Mission Essential Tasks and training objectives designed by MAGTFTC and the training unit

commander. As such, this endstate must be designed into the build of the assessment program. The

Exercise Development Support position will support the efforts of the Assessment Team by providing

exercise training support during the execution of the ITX. The Exercise Development Support position

shall demonstrate significant MAGTF experience with Operations or Command billets within the

battalion, squadron, regimental, group, division, wing or MEF Staffs (S3/G3, G5 or G7). The SME shall

be an expert doctrinal analyst, possess excellent writing skills, demonstrate expertise of the Marine Air

Ground Task Force (MAGTF), and have a deep understanding of adversary forces. To fulfill the role as

an Exercise Development Support position, the incumbent will develop, analyze, organize, plan, and

coordinate the support of live fire and Force on Force training events with other exercise development

support team members. The incumbent shall participate in the observation of training units' staffs and

leadership in their planning and execution of operations during the ITX and support the development

and provision of immediate feedback in a hotwash, AAR points, and the development of a detailed

assessment.

Specific Responsibilities

•  Facilitate the employment of the MAGTF Training SMEs during the ITX to include collecting their
• observations, enabling their movement in the training areas, and coordinating the timing of their
• employment based on scheduled training events.
•  Support the creation of exercise support products, orders products, and assessment tools and
• products and their ability to command and control operations.
•  Assist the MAGTF Training SMEs and MAGTFTC Exercise Control and Design Staff with creating
• inputs into order and scenario product development.
•  Write and submit to the Assessment Team Lead necessary assessment documents based on the
• inputs from MAGTF Training SMEs, trainers, personal observations, collected data, and training area
• resources.
•  Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

•  Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is desired and a minimum of 7 years of experience in
• USMC organizational processes at the regimental/base level or above.
•  A minimum of 4 years of experience in operations; 2 years of experience employing USMC forces; 4
• years of experience in USMC training standards.
•  A minimum of 7 years of experience in USMC, joint, and multinational operations at the tactical and
• operational levels of war.
•  A minimum of 4 years of experience in employing and supervising the employment of various types of
• USMC forces/capabilities (including reserve component).
•  Active Secret clearance required.
•  Must be a U.S. citizen.
•  Must be a former military officer or senior staff NCO with operations and training experience; USMC
• background is preferred.
•  Experience with Marine Corps training and education programs and comprehensive knowledge of the
• Marine Corps training and education system, training philosophy and implementation policies.
•  Operational experience in the MAGTF with billets of an Operations Officer/Chief at the Battalion or
• higher level.
•  Expert knowledge of the roles and missions of various types of USMC forces/capabilities (including
• reserve component), their employment, and how they contribute to USMC operations.
•  In-depth understanding of USMC warfighting doctrine, warfighting functions, command and staff
• operations, and Marine Corps procedures and responsibilities across all levels of war.
•  Knowledge of Opposing Force employment in Force on Force training exercises and major
• peer/near-peer Threat/Adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP).
•  Demonstrated background in developing information and decision briefs and associated supporting
• documentation for General Officer level audiences with strong written and oral communication skills.
•  Ability to multi-task efficiently and work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with strong
• attention to detail.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

•  Physical ability to mount/dismount vehicles in a field environment.
•  Ability to bivouac in field environment.
•  Ability to climb/descend rocky mountainous terrain.
•  Ability to perform job in hot desert environment.
•  Ability to ascend/descend multiple flights of stairs in urban training environment.
•  Ability to lift and carry up to 75 lbs over short distance (such as a loaded backpack).
•  Work in garrison environment including field/tactical environments.
•  Occasional extended working hours/overnight bivouac will be required during execution of Force-on-Force exercises.

Travel

•  Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination.

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in

Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled &

mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and

assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production &

Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer's

mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents

to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the

excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our

customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing

team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet

large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the

industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and

domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills,

professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of

operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer's expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of

work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as

a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees

assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive

consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and

gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic

information, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status,

and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law