PTOC - Instructor Controller

CSA is looking to hire a PTOC Instructor Controller in the Grafenwoehr Germany area.

The Instructor/Controller (Part-Time / On-Call) provides response cell support to Joint Multinational Simulation Center (JMSC) and Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) in support USAREUR-AF exercises.  Response cell support provides simulations and Mission Command information systems operator support to U.S. Army, Joint, and NATO exercises.  The Instructor/Controller executes set-up, configuration, operation, and troubleshooting of U.S. military command and control related clients and software tools. Individual shall be the technical expert on the simulation-stimulation of the systems to include the employment of simulations and/or gaming systems that stimulate command and control systems. 

• Supports the design, planning, preparation, execution, and recovery of systems to support exercise control. 
• Provides instruction to personnel as designated by the exercise/event lead to meet individual and unit training objectives. 
• Works in support of IT system configuration; troubleshoot issues and provide IT quality assurance.
• Supports input into Exercise Support Plans and Exercise Support Manning Documents.
• Provides functional expertise to simulation database builds.
• Operates command and control and simulation systems.
• Analyzes military mission requirements in the context of developing computerized simulation exercises and training events.
• Tests stations and system configuration as part of the exercise preparation phase.
• Performs IT quality assurance of systems and provide feedback to system network administrators.
• Work locations will vary by exercise.

• Clearance: Ability to obtain an active Secret Clearance
• Previous experience with military simulations exercises such as set-up, configuration, test, and operation of Simulations Control Systems (for example: simulations: Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC), Joint Conflict and Tactical Simulation (JCATS), Virtual Battle Simulation (VBS), Low Overhead Training Simulation (LOTS) and Mission Command Systems; Command Post of the Future, Command and Control Personal Computer, Global Command and Control Systems, Army Battle Command Systems, Counter-Rocket, Artillery, or Mortar Integrated Battlefield Defense System of Systems, and/or Improvised Explosive Device Defeat Systems). 

• Experience using Microsoft Office products required.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks at the same time under stressful conditions.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Applicants may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; an active United States Department of Defense security clearance or the ability to obtain one may be required for this role.

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