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SALARY RANGE: $90,000-$110,000

SUMMARY: Ideal Candidate will present instruction in support of end-user training on Digital Precision Strike Suite (DPSS) operational-level applications in support of the domestic and FMS customers. The candidate will conduct classroom and practical training on the operational DPSS applications used in higher-echelon Operations Centers. Approximately 10 percent of work will be performed at 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, user manuals, user training, and training event surge support to the upgraded and enhanced Windows application (DIEE) Additionally, will 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 higher-echelon Operations Centers in support of the Joint Targeting Cycle (JTC).
• 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 Targeting and Intelligence 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.

• 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 a Windows Trainer
• Prior experience as a certified Target Mensuration Only (TMO) instructor from a National-Geospatial Intelligence Agency-accredited training establishment is highly desired.
• Must have documented formal training in targeting analysis, possessing the following certifications:

Professional employee Experience and Education Level definitions

• Must have experience with Target Analysis and Advanced Target Development in an operational, instructional, and supervisory role.
• Windows experience required, must have at least 10 years of Targeting Analyst 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 knowledge of the processes and procedures entailed in the establishment and maintenance of US DOD targeting databases.
• Must have prior experience in interagency (military, non-military, foreign partner) cooperation for targeting analysis.
• Must have deployed military experience involving target analysis in combat or contingency operations.
• Must have targeting experience in an active theater of war.

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.

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