LVC Planner SME - 26366

Huntington Ingalls Industries•Des Moines, IA

About The Position

HII Mission Technologies, is seeking a highly skilled Live/Virtual/Constructive (LVC) Mission Planner and Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the 132nd Combat Training Squadron (CTS) and the Distributed Training Operations Center (DTOC) at Fort Des Moines, Iowa. This role plays a critical part in shaping the future of combat readiness. By designing and executing high-fidelity training scenarios that integrate live, virtual, and constructive elements, you will directly enhance the preparedness of Air National Guard and U.S. Air Force personnel. Your expertise will help bridge the gap between simulation and real-world operations, ensuring tactical effectiveness and mission success across joint and coalition forces.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10 years of relevant experience; or
Master's degree in a related field and 8 years of relevant experience; or
High school diploma or equivalent and 14 years of relevant experience.
Tactical Experience
Experience with LVC software applications (LMOC-P preferred)
Familiarity with AFTTP 3-1 and Joint Warfare Publications
Experience operating within an active mission planning cell
Previously qualified as a mission commander, section lead, or equivalent
Ability to create and disseminate Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and planning products in accordance with Air Force and Department of Defense (DoD) standards
Prior experience conducting training in a Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) environment
Air-to-air fighter aircraft instructor pilot with operational air-to-air experience
Must have been current and qualified within the last 3 years or possess current LVC LMOC-P/War Room equivalent experience
Must be a U.S. citizen
Current or active DoD Secret clearance (maintain through out employement)

Nice To Haves

Current or previous Weapons and Tactics experience
Led multi-unit or joint-force exercises in a DMO environment.
Optimized LMOC-P, War Room, or similar systems for mission realism.
Contributed to updates or application of AFTTP 3-1 and Joint Warfare doctrine.
Instructed across multiple fighter platforms or mission sets.
Directed mission planning and post-mission analysis in high-tempo ops.
Mentored junior instructors and led evaluation teams in simulation training.
Active Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of LVC mission planning and execution for Live-Constructive training events.
Integrate virtual simulators into daily live training opportunities to maximize realism and effectiveness.
Oversee LVC mission testing, including Modeling & Simulation (M&S), Network Integration (Net Int), and Operational Tests (Ops Tests).
Serve as Event Lead during mission pre-briefs, execution, debriefs, and post-mission documentation.
Support DTOC mission planning cell by:
Creating scenarios using Environment Generator software
Coordinating with Network Operations Center (NOC), Live Mission Operations Node (LMON), and Live Mission Operations Center-Planning (LMOC-P) personnel for Event Control Center (ECC) setup
Troubleshooting software and hardware issues
Creating and distributing Mission Planning Cell (MPC) packages in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS)
Deliver LVC academic briefings in coordination with the Training Manager.
Represent DTOC as an LVC SME in meetings and planning sessions.
Advise CTS/DTOC leadership on LVC events, tests, and emerging technologies.
Incorporate Air Force Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (AFTTP 3-1) into daily LVC-centric training events.