Description:

Games for Training Operator will be the primary operator for the VBS3 first person, multiplayer gaming application and gaming system that enables collective training at the squad level and above; responsible for setting up, operating and performing routine operator level maintenance on the system to ensure availability for scheduled training; assists Games for Training (GFT) Instructor to gather observations based on unit actions during training and provide input to unit AARs.

Responsibilities:

  • Use Army GFT to conduct collective training
  • Proficient in running any system in the facility without supervision, as well as developing training scenarios and products that meet the unit requirements and Commanders’ training intent
  • Coach Soldiers on the use of gaming hardware for training and assist the customers on achieving their goals
  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and correct system issues as they arise
  • Maintain a common database of add-ons that allows speedy integration of multiple systems into a single simulation when required by unit training events
  • Support other training requirements within the Mission Training Center team as needed
  • Assist in preparation and execution of After Action Reviews (AARs) for supported training events

Requirements:

  • 4+ years’ experience in information systems development, training, or related fields
  • 1+ years’ experience developing and providing IT and end-user training on computer hardware and application software
  • 4+ years’ service in or support to the Army or other national defense service; Qualified to support collective training events through coaching, teaching, mentoring MCIS to augment collective training principals or subject matter experts
  • Possess or able to obtain a Secret Security Clearance
  • Qualified to serve as an assistant instructor on the Virtual Battle Space 3(VBS3), the Low Overhead Training Systems (LOTS), and DXTRS