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WARSIM Database Manager
Ft. Sill, Oklahoma
The WARSIM Database Manager is responsible for constructing scenarios, maintaining, operating, and maintaining databases for JLCCTC-ERF/ JLCCTC Ver. 8.1 simulations and WARSIM/DXTRS systems. These duties will include:
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Operate, provide instruction, and maintain a variety of computer-based training for simulations/models with respect to Maneuver (specifically Infantry, Armor or Engineering), Aviation (both rotary and fixed wing), Logistics, Fires (specifically, Artillery and Naval Surface Fires), and/or Military Intelligence Operations.
- Research documents and extracts for factual data describing the composition of military forces in a model/simulation.
- Assist in reviewing classified material and recommends a lesser classification for use in events, models/simulations, demonstrations, reports, and/or briefings.
- Edit doctrinal manuscripts, analyze problem areas, and postulate feasible solutions for implementation in simulation training events.
- Translate “real world” or fictional enemy and friendly task organizations, tables of equipment, supply stockages and operational orders into simulation databases.
- Conduct pre-event tests and evaluation of supporting databases, and parametric data.
- Attend conferences and meetings at both home station and other off-site locations, providing recommendations and analysis of model/simulation employment both in preparation for and during exercises.
- Provide analysis of emerging simulation technologies against stated requirements to include drafting test plans, conducting tests, publishing test results, and maintaining/archiving simulation-based training scenarios (including organizational databases, tactics, weapon system capabilities, doctrine, and force structures) for use in preparation of future exercises.
- As it relates to the functional area, is capable of training, operating, and maintaining new models/simulations or upgrades to current models/simulations as they are introduced.
- Perform other related duties incidental to the work described
EDUCATION
1.Civilian Education
- Bachelor's degree preferred; four years of DoD modeling and simulation experience will serve in lieu of degree.
- Microsoft Office Certification preferred.
2. Military Education.
- Minimum four years’ experience in military training and education preferred.
- Attendance at Career Level School such as an MOS specific Advanced Course or Army Captain Career Course (BN1) (or higher) is desired. Completion of equivalent nonresident course is acceptable.
EXPERIENCE
- Three years’ experience constructing scenarios, maintaining, operating, and maintaining databases for applicable systems. (JLCCTC-ERF/ JLCCTC Ver. 8.1 simulations, WARSIM/DXTRS) required.
- Minimum five years operational experience in the functional area of Maneuver (specifically Infantry, Armor or Engineering), Aviation (both rotary and fixed wing), Logistics, Fires (specifically, Artillery and Naval Surface Fires), and/or Military Intelligence and methods of meeting training and readiness standards during computer-assisted exercises (demonstrated ability to operate, provide instruction, and maintain a variety of computer based training for simulations/models in said warfighting functions) preferred.
- Minimum three years of demonstrated knowledge of military doctrine, tactics, and command relationships at Brigade (or higher) or joint/combined command level as measured by actual operational experience (real world operations is desired) preferred.
- Modeling and Simulation Experience. Minimum two years of experience in DoD modeling and simulation preferred, and have previous experience with WARSIM, and/or other simulation models such as VBS, JCATS, MTWS. JSAF, OneSAF, AWSIM, CBS, or JTLS.
CORE SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong communication and presentation skills. Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English. Able to design and write clear communications and present training programs.
- Proficient in computer applications such as Windows and MS Office
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational, planning and prioritization skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Required to sit for extended periods of time and maintain focus.
SPECIAL POSITION NOTATIONS
- Travel is required.
- Qualification as an authorized company driver is required. All authorized company drivers must have a valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and a driving record that is acceptable to the company’s auto insurance provider.
SECURITY CLEARANCE
- A Secret clearance is required for this position, higher is preferred.
This position description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements for the stated position and in no way is an exhaustive list. The company maintains the right to assign or reassign responsibilities to this position at any time.
