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SALARY RANGE: $95,000-$110,000

SUMMARY: Ideal Candidate will present software instruction for end-user training on Digital Precision Strike Suite (DPSS) tactical-level applications in support of the domestic and FMS customers. The contractor shall conduct classroom and practical training on the tactical DPSS applications used in Fire Support cells and C2 entities in support of the Commanders Scheme of Maneuver. Approximately 10 percent of work will be performed at the Government site and 90 percent of work to be performed at Contractor site, on travel, or in a telework status. Training and Development Specialist will document and deliver training materials manuals, provide user training and training event surge support to the upgraded and enhanced Android (KILSWITCH and A-PASS) applications. Additionally, the Candidate shall collaborate with DPSS software developers to update or enhance the Programs of Instruction (POI) in support of current and future DPSS applications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide expertise and recommendations to DPSS program office on matters related to training, software development, and FMS case execution.
• Provide classroom and practical instruction on the employment of DPSS applications used in lower-echelon Fire Support and C2 entities in support of the Commanders Scheme of Maneuver.
• Assist Government personnel with the development of targeting courseware and inform release authorities who approve materials to foreign partners.
• With the assistance of the Contractor Journeyman Training Specialists (“Journeymen”), coordinate with the DPSS Training Project Manager on training program status, work to identify deficiencies, and make recommendations to the DPSS Program Office.
• With the support of the Journeymen, advise advise the DPSS program office (via the DPSS FMS team) on country case-specific training requirements related to each customer.
• With the support of the Journeymen, identify, analyze, and make recommendations on tasking to be approved by the DPSS program office and project team leads.
• Attend and engage in Program Management Reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings, and DPSS Government personnel as the technical expert in targeting processes, automation capabilities, and weapon employment methodologies.
• Serve as a liaison to current and future DPSS customers in the C2 and Fires communities within the US and foreign governments.
• Perform duties independently and require no immediate supervision during day-to-day operations, supervise Journeymen Training Specialists during training evolutions.
• Collect requirements, support software testing, and inform documentation updates of DPSS applications.
• Report to DPSS Program Office on matters related to training, software development, and FMS case execution.
• Travel both CONUS and OCONUS in support of software deployment and training for DPSS customers.
• Serve as the technical support subject matter expert for those Operational-Level DPSS applications supporting targeting analysts in the US and foreign intelligence communities.
• Participate in the DPSS 24/7 Customer Support Help Desk effort as a customer support representative.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 20 years of experience
• Must be a U.S. citizen, have a final Government security clearance with the appropriate personnel security background investigation for the level of classification involved (up to TOP SECRET Clearance.)
• Must have all necessary passports, visas, and other documents required to enter, exit, or work in the geographically defined Unified Combatant Commands (COCOMs (i.e., EUCOM, CENTCOM, INDOPACOM, NORTHCOM, SOUTHCOM, AFRICOM); and must also have the appropriate DoD identity credential(s).
• Valid international driver’s license.

Technical Certification Training

• Capable of attaining certification as an Android Trainer
• Prior experience as a certified Target Mensuration Only (TMO) instructor from a National-Geospatial Intelligence Agency-accredited training establishment is highly desired.
• Prior experience as a certified Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) - combined TACP and/or FAC(A) experience meets this requirement.

Professional employee Experience and Education Level definitions

• Must have experience with DoD Aviation, performing Close Air Support, Tactical Air Control Party (TACP), and/or Forward Air Controller (Airborne) (FAC(A)) functions in an operational, instructional, and supervisory role.
• Android experience required, must have at least 10 years of Fires experience, at least of 5 of which should be in the US military service.
• Must have knowledge of the current DPSS tools that are offered for DoD and FMS customers.
• Must have deployed military experience involving fires processes in combat or contingency operations.
• Must have Fire Support experience in an active theater of war.
• Must have prior experience in interagency (military, non-military, foreign partner) cooperation for fire support processes.

DAWSON is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DAWSON offers a best-in-class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

DAWSON gives preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.