Training Analysis and Feedback Lead (W-TRS)- Hohenfels, Germany Full-time Technical Expert, pending DOCPER approvalLocation:
- Hohenfels, Germany
- On-Site
The TAF Analyst Lead serves as a Combat Functions (Battlefield Operating Systems) Maneuver Analyst in the JMRC Training Analysis and Feedback (TAF) Section covering the areas of intelligence, maneuver, mobility/counter mobility/survivability, air defense artillery, command and control, and combat service support. The TAF Analyst Lead is responsible for collecting, analyzing, summarizing, formatting, displaying, and presenting (digitally, graphically, and orally)
combat exercise information, using the concepts and principles of U.S. Army Doctrine, the Combat Training Center Methodology, and the JMRC instrumentation system (JMRC-IS) to enhance the training effect for USAREUR units.
Duties:- Operates and monitors the Command, Control and Communications (C4I) systems that make up the JMRC-IS.
- Conducts pre-exercise and recurring exercise instrumentation checks to ensure all BLUFOR and OPFOR players/vehicles are properly instrumented and tracked by the JMRC-IS.
- Reviews exercise scenarios and develops the data collection and scenario control plan and provides cues to the Observer/Controllers (O/C) to assist in scenario control and input of battlefield effects.
- Observes military maneuver training, command and staff operations and applies experience and familiarity with Battlefield Operating Systems to provide feedback to the training unit.
- Analyzes resulting outputs to provide accurate and timely input for the automated, audio/visual After Action Reviews (AAR) and Take Home Packages (THP) at platoon through brigade levels.
- Assesses operational readiness of rotational training units on a continuing basis throughout the course of the exercise.
- Provides substantive written and oral reports/briefings to Observer Controllers and other leadership on determinations of commander, staff and unit capability.
- Analyzes plans, data, intelligence information, or systems. Develops estimates and makes recommendations for deficiencies.
- Collects data for analysis. Develops products resulting from analysis.
Required Education and Experience:- Master's degree in a related field and 3 years of specialized experience; OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and 6 years of specialized experience; OR 10 years of specialized experience.
Desired Skills and Qualifications:- Former U.S. military officer or non-commissioned officer with a detailed knowledge of
U.S. Army tactical operations doctrine and Battlefield Operating Systems at the
Maneuver Company/Team, Battalion/Task Force, and/or Brigade levels. - Knowledge and practical experience in the use of U.S. military Command, Control, and
Communication (C4I) systems. - Knowledge and understanding of the U.S. Army Battlefield Operation Systems,
maintenance and logistics systems. - Detailed knowledge of Combat Training Center Methodology, understanding the
interrelationships of O/Cs, analysts, Opposing Forces (OPFOR) and the JMRC-IS. - Ability to analyze and properly assess platoon, company, battalion, and/or brigade
performance based on personal knowledge, analyses of others, and exercise recordings. - Skilled through hands on experience and/or study in practical use and application of U.S.
military training simulators and simulation systems. - Possesses excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to write clear
and concise reports and memoranda. - Possesses the level of communication skills required to authoritatively and efficiently
brief military and civilian leadership via written products or presentations. - Proficient in MS PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
CLEARANCE:- Possess a Secret clearance.
