Valiant is looking for
HST (M2) Movement and Maneuver SME. This position is a full time Exempt (salary) position, supporting the ARNG Mission Command Training Support Program (MCTSP). The Higher Command Support Team Movement and Maneuver SME will teach, coach, train, and mentor ARNG Division and Brigade Commanders and Staff counterparts in the philosophy of Mission Command, and the art and science of movement and maneuver (M2) doctrinal foundations within Multi-Domain Operations (MDO) and Decisive Action Training Environment (DATE) context. May support work originating from any/all the MTC locations.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Replicate the Movement and Maneuver Warfighting Function (WFF) and serve as the Higher Command (HICOM) G3 staff principle.
- Establish a tactical battle-rhythm consisting of key HICOM Meetings, Boards, and Working Groups that drive training unit Mission Command C2 processes. HICOM battle rhythm events will include Battlefield Update Briefings; Commander's Update Briefings; Targeting Meetings; ISR Synchronization Meetings; Sustainment Boards, Protection Boards, OPS Sync, etc.
- Prepare and deliver daily Air Tasking Orders (ATO); Operational Summaries (OPSUMS), Operations Plans and Orders (OPLANS and OPORDS); Warning and Fragmentary Orders (WARNORDS and FRAGORDS).
- Prepare and issue all Joint Exercise Lifecyle (JELC) Products in analog format, and digitally via the appropriate Mission Command Information Systems (MCIS) (CPCE, CPOF, DCGS-A, AFATDS, TAIS, AMDWS, JCR, etc.).
- Coordinate, train, and manage HICOM augmenter's that are provided by the training unit's State JFHQ or a sister unit within the State.
- Role-play notional higher and adjacent units throughout the exercise.
- Prepare, submit input and participate in informal and formal exercise After Action Reviews.
- Attend all planning conferences.
- Develop the overarching "road-to-war" scenario to include higher headquarters TACSOPS, PSOPS, and KM SOPS; WARNORDS, OPORDS, and FRAGORDS in accordance with established timelines.
- Prepare a Master Scenario Events List (MSEL) for non-simulation supported training objectives requiring manual injects to stimulate.
- Coordinate with Officer Senior Trainer (OST) / Enlisted Senior Trainer (EST) and Simulation Support Teams to ensure accurate replication of the opposing forces, the training audience, and notional echelons above Brigade (or Division) higher and adjacent units.
- Support pre-exercise staff exercises (STAFFEX) in training Commanders and Staff in Operational Design, the Operations Process, Multi-Domain Operations, the Military Decision Making Process, Command Post Operations, Role-Duties-Functions of Command Post Personnel, and other such topics to meet Commander's training objectives. Prepare units to effectively conduct Mission Command, and command and control processes.
- Prepare all JELC related products to ensure robust replication and immersion of the training audience within a Multi-Domain Operational Environment and resulting in an exercise that sets the context for doctrinally precise, realistic, demanding, and high-tempo Unified Land Operations.
- Reports directly to the HST Team Lead. At the discretion of HST Team Lead or Direction of MCTSP, serves as special project officer on MCTSP initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Active Secret
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: MS or MA degree, subject immaterial. Graduate of a military Senior Service College, preferred.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Must have a background of at least twenty (20) years of experience in the Army (active Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard) and a minimum of two (2) years of experience with exercise planning using the JELC process.
- Must have senior Army leadership experience with positions in training management backgrounds and Combat Training Center experience.
- Individuals who have successfully served as a Brigade staff principle (Division or Corps staff principle, preferred) within the specific WFF (Movement and Maneuver) they represent.
- Must have successfully commanded at the MTOE Battalion (Brigade level command preferred) within their respective WFF (Movement and Maneuver).
- Experienced in large-scale live and constructive exercises, a doctrinal expert within the respective WFF (Movement and Maneuver), and familiar with Army Command and Control Information Systems.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Position: Office environment, occasionally outdoors. Occasional exposure to natural conditions existing at different locations around the US.
Work Week: Monday-Friday (may vary based on mission requirements)
Work Hours: 0800 - 1700 (may vary based on mission requirements)
Overtime: As Required
Travel: As Required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Physical requirements may include, but are not limited to, lifting, ascending, and descending stairs, climbing, extended sitting or standing, to various degrees.
