MCTP WARSIM Operator (Civilian / Infrastructure)

CGS is looking for a WARSIM Operator (Civilian / Infrastructure) to support the US Army's Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) at Fort Leavenworth, KS.

The WARSIM Operator (Civilian / Infrastructure) provides simulation and analytical support to the U.S. Army Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) during Warfighter Exercises (WFXs) and other major training events.

The Warfighter Simulation (WARSIM) serves as the Army's constructive simulation platform for replicating the operational environment at Division, Corps, and Theater levels. The Civilian / Infrastructure Operator ensures the realistic portrayal of civilian populations, infrastructure systems, and non-combatant activity to enhance the fidelity and complexity of the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE) for training audiences.

This role directly contributes to the success of MCTP's mission to deliver realistic, data-driven, and integrated training for Army and Joint commanders and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Civilian Population Simulation:
• Within WARSIM, manage the movement, behavior, and disposition of civilians, displaced civilians, detainees, refugees, and civilian encampments assigned to the work area.
• Accurately replicate the operational complexity and humanitarian challenges civilian entities introduce into the Contemporary Operating Environment (COE).
• Adjust simulation inputs to reflect changes resulting from combat operations, stability tasks, or civil-military interactions.
• Civil Affairs Coordination:
• Coordinate closely with Civil Affairs (CA) personnel to ensure civilian activity, population sentiment, and infrastructure conditions are accurately represented in the simulation.
• Provide timely updates and situational awareness to Civil Affairs teams on civilian activities, population moods, and humanitarian developments within key areas of interest.
• Support integration of civilian dynamics into staff decision-making, assessments, and reporting.
• Infrastructure Monitoring and Reporting:
• Monitor the status of bridges and other critical infrastructure within WARSIM, primarily roads and bridges.
• Maintain and update the Bridge Status Tracker, ensuring accurate reflection of infrastructure conditions throughout the exercise.
• Provide bridge and infrastructure updates to the Higher Command (HICOM) and Exercise Control Group (ECG) to enable informed adjudication and operational decisions.
  

Minimum Requirements

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Word and PowerPoint software.
• Familiar with current Army and Joint doctrine.
• BS/BA degree with 5 years of military experience, or high school education with 10 years military experience.
• Active DOD Secret clearance is required. 
  
  

Preferred Experience And Qualifications

• Knowledge of Civil Affairs, infrastructure management, or stability operations within a military context.
• Familiarity with WARSIM or other Army constructive simulation environments (e.g., JLCCTC, JCATS).
• Prior experience supporting the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) or Combat Training Centers (CTCs).
• Understanding of Joint, Interagency, or Coalition operational environments.
• Experience in civil-military operations, humanitarian assistance, or infrastructure assessment.
• Strong communication, coordination, and analytical skills with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  
  

Working Conditions: Inside Government training facilities.

Required Travel: Employees will travel to temporary work locations during exercises.

Job Type: Part-Time On-Call, Exempt

Contract Length: More than 1 year

CGS provides reasonable accommodation requests so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the hiring selection process.