Workstation Controller

General Dynamics Information Technology • Leavenworth, KS

9h • $68,000 - $92,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Workstation Controllers are essential to the success of Warfighter Exercises (WFXs) conducted under the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP). You train, coach, and supervise work/response cell personnel tasked with replicating subordinate, adjacent, and higher headquarters units. You ensure realistic simulation environments using platforms such as Warfighter Simulation (WARSIM) and Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC) and support the development and execution of operational plans aligned with current Army doctrine. As an Operations Analyst, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of MCTP. You will play a crucial role in supporting crucial training for the Warfighter.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
• 2+ years of related experience
• Completion of Intermediate Level Education (ILE/MEL4) or Sergeants Major Course graduate equivalent.
• Former field grade officer; highly desirable to be a retired lieutenant colonel (O-5) or above. Senior warrant officers (W-4/5) or sergeants major (E-9) are also eligible.
• Successful service in a key developmental position at the brigade or battalion level.
• Demonstrated tactical and technical proficiency within their Warfighting Function (WfF).
• Familiarity with current Army and Joint regulations and publications relevant to this role prior to employment.
• Secret security clearance level

Nice To Haves

• War College (MEL1) Graduate or equivalent
• Retired Colonel (O-5) or above
• Served on Division/Corps level staff positions
• Possession of excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Master's degree
• Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification

Responsibilities

• Support Operations Group Charlie and their role in training Division Commanders and Staff.
• Collaborate with unit and MCTP personnel to ensure training achieves commander's training objectives.
• Utilize your military experience in doctrine and tactics in your role as a Simulation Workstation Controller
• Train and supervise rotational unit personnel replicating command structures during exercises.
• Instruct work/response cell personnel on WARSIM Battle Space Workstation (BSWS) and JLCCTC platforms.
• Provide technical guidance on Army Mission Command Systems, including Command Post Computing Environment (CPCE) and Command Post of the Future (CPOF).
• Support Exercise Control and Database teams in developing system files for training events.
• Collaborate with Observer Controller/Trainer (OC/Ts) and S-33 to execute Unit Training Events and assist in operational planning.
• Conduct database reviews and simulation platform testing prior to WFXs.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans for JLCCTC instruction.
• Oversee work cell operations during exercises to ensure simulation realism.
• Generate Work Cell reports for After Action Review (AAR) development.
• Implement workarounds for combat functionality gaps in JLCCTC.
• Resolve simulation anomalies and escalate issues through Senior Control as needed.
• Provide detailed feedback and contribute to Contractor’s Exercise AARs.

Benefits

• AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages
• 401K with company match
• Competitive pay and paid time off
• Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
• Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts
• Dental plan options
• Vision plan
• 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post-tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match.
• Full flex work weeks where possible
• Variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.
• Short and long-term disability benefits
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level