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JBLM Mission Command Training Manager 1

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Northrop Grumman

JBLM Mission Command Training Manager 1

Lakewood, WA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems sector (NGDS) is seeking a Mission Command Training Manager 1 to join our growing team of diverse professionals at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington. The selected candidate will provide consulting expertise to military or defense clients as the JBLM Mission Command Training Center (MTC) Collective Training Team Leader and Mission Command Mentor-Trainer.

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This position is contingent upon program award.
Responsibilities:

Coaches, mentors, and trains Army Battalion through Corps staffs in the art and science of Mission Command

Plans, coordinates, prepares, and conducts battle staff exercises (STAFFEX), Military Decision Making Process (MDMP) workshops, command post exercises (CPXs), staff / Tactical Command Post proficiency training, and other supporting events at the battalion, brigade, and division level

Develops home station training support packages and supporting scenarios that are relevant to the operating environment of the training unit, which will focus on the art and science of mission command

Provides over-the-shoulder and observer controller/trainer support to the training unit, battalion through division level, throughout the exercise life cycle (ELC) from the initial planning conference through the final After Action Review (AAR)

As required, serves as Higher Command (HICOM) and/or Exercise Control (EXCON) Officer in Charge (OIC) employing relevant scripted and dynamic master scenario event list injects in a fluid tactical environment and IAW unit training objectives

Is fully conversant in the Military Decision-Making Process (MDMP) and how to use the MDMP to develop appropriate operations orders/fragmentary orders

Coaches the unit Executive Officer (XO) / Chief of Staff in how to direct and synchronize the staff during planning and execution; conversant in the Rapid Decision-Making and Synchronization Process (RDSP)

Familiar with site-wide operations and can act as the deputy site lead when the site lead is not present or available

Basic Qualifications:

One of the following:

Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 6 years of military training support experience

Master's degree with a minimum of 4 years of military training support experience

Army Command & General Staff College (CGSC) Military Education Level 4 (MEL 4) or Intermediate Level Education (ILE) or equivalent level military schooling

Experience in operations and training requirements at Brigade or higher level

Minimum of 4 years' experience with training management

Possess an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance

Must be able to work on-site at Joint Base Lewis-McChord in Washington

Must be able to travel as needed (up to 10% of the time)

Preferred Qualifications:

Former Armor, Infantry, Field Artillery, Engineer, or Aviation Battalion Commander; alternately, former Brigade Commander (of any type)

MEL 1 (Senior Service College Graduate)

Former instructor at the Maneuver or the Mission Command Center of Excellence

Former Combat Training Center (CTC) Observer/Controller-Trainer

Working knowledge of MSEL development and providing an uncooperative, challenging OPFOR during command post exercises

* Working knowledge of and experience with Army simulation systems (i.e., IEWTPT; JLCCTC WARSIM; LVC-IA)

Salary Range: $88,700.00 - $133,100.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): McChord Air Force Base, WA, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10190330
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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