Senior Operations Lead - Maneuver Analyst

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Primary Locations: Quantico, VA; Twentynine Palms, CA; US

Must be a U.S

Security Clearance: Secret, TS/SCI Capable

Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) is seeking a Senior Operations Lead: Maneuver Analyst/MAGTF Development Training Expert for the Marine Corps Tactics and Operations Group (MCTOG) as Small Group Facilitator in the Ground Combat Element Commander’s Course (GCECC) Marine Air Ground Task Force-Training Command (MAGTF-TC) as a MAGTF SME/“Combat Coach” supporting MAGTF Warfighting Exercise (MWX).

MSTP is mandated to train the MEF Command Elements (CE) on realistic employment of multi-domain tactics and operations across today’s distributed battlespace, which includes integration into the Joint Task Force (JTF) Commander’s campaign and contingency operations as a Joint Task Force (JTF) component and/or command element. MSTP provides training in MAGTF operations across the range of military operations to improve the warfighting skills of senior commanders and their staffs within the context of a Joint and/or Combined Task Force environment.

MCTOG is the institutional caretaker for the USMC Operations and Tactics Training Program (OTTP) and provides advanced individual training to designated operations and intelligence personnel within the Ground Combat Element (GCE), provides advanced collective staff training for the GCE, manages GCE doctrine and training standard development, and examines emerging concepts and technology to enhance GCE operational readiness and interoperability in support of the MAGTF.

• Provide daily on-site support to the MSTP director and staff, receiving direction from the local Task Order Manager (TOM) and providing coordination to the Obsidian MSTP Program Management, Obsidian leadership, and MSTP government personnel as necessary.
• Provide functional subject matter expertise for MSTP exercises/training events, and other relevant areas of the MSTP training and education program.
• Plan, develop, coordinate and deliver operational-level, regionally focused MSTP training and education support to the General Officer Warfighting Program (GOWP), Senior-Leader Seminars, the Marine Corp University (MCU), and other service schools.
• Provide functional subject matter expertise for MSTP exercises/training events, and other relevant areas of the MSTP training and education program.
• Plan, develop, coordinate and deliver MSTP training and education support to the General Officer Warfighting Program (GOWP), the Marine Corp University (MCU), and other service schools.
• Provide experience-based mentorship to training design/assessment teams, unit commanders, and their respective staffs on the creation of exercise concepts, orders/products, and their ability to command and control joint, multidomain, distributed operations.
• Provide exercise control and design staff with commander-level inputs into order and scenario product development.
• Act as scenario commander or senior advisor when required, to provide commander’s guidance and intent, drive the planning process for training units and students, and make commander decisions upon execution within the scenario.
• Execute an operationally focused command preparation course to better ready GCE Commanders to lead, train, and tactically employ their battalions, regiments, and expeditionary forces in the context of Maneuver Warfare in support of the MAGTF.
• Participate as required in corporate Strategic Advisory Board functions.
• Participate as required in contributing to operational and technical analysis of corporate strategies/proposals to align company resources to Security objectives and associated programs.

Requirements:

• The Senior Operations Lead will have experience leading and training units in the Marine Corps (or commensurate service) Ground Combat Element (GCE), Logistic Combat Element (LCE), Air Combat Element (ACE) or Command Element (CE) units.
• Experience with Joint Force or service level training and education programs and comprehensive knowledge of the Joint Force or Marine Corps training and education systems, training philosophy and implementation policies.
• Operational experience in the Joint Force, other service, or MAGTF with operational or command billets at the battalion, regiment, or higher level.
• Expert knowledge of the roles and missions of various types of forces/capabilities (including reserve components and special operations forces), their employment, and how they contribute to Joint Force operations.
• In-depth understanding of current Joint Force warfighting doctrine, warfighting functions, command and staff operations, and Joint/Service procedures and responsibilities across all levels of war.
• Depth of knowledge of Opposing Force employment in Force-on-Force training exercises.
• Depth of knowledge of major peer/near-peer Threat/Adversary tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP), and operational employment.
• Must possess knowledge of Joint Force capabilities in executing combat operations across the ROMO, including knowledge of how the USMC executes operations in support of USMC MAGTF and Joint Force operations.
• Ability to design and develop training courses or course materials, plan and conduct training program evaluations, and have knowledge and experience in the development, execution and assessment of training plans and training events from platoon to division level.
• SME must have demonstrated background in developing information and decision briefs and associated supporting documentation for General Officer level audiences. Strong written and oral communication skills are required.

Experience and Education

• Master’s degree or equivalent educational level is required, including a minimum of 10 years of experience in military operations at the battalion, regimental level, or above.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in tactics and operational planning and execution at the battalion, regiment, or higher level of command; 5 years of experience employing military forces; 5 years of experience in military service level training standards.
• A minimum of 15 years of experience in USMC, Joint, special operations or multinational operations at the tactical and operational levels of war.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience with the policies, procedures, and methods associated with the creation of Joint/Service doctrine and the development of respective training standards.
• SME must be a graduate of one of the U.S. military services’ War Colleges or equivalent fellowship; have extensive knowledge of Joint Force warfighting philosophy/doctrine and knowledge of MAGTF doctrine across the range of military operations.
• A combination of education and experience that displays the requisite skillset is considered.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Physical ability to:
• mount/dismount vehicles in a field environment
• bivouac in field environment
• climb/descend rocky mountainous terrain
• perform job in inclement weather, including hot and cold desert environment
• ascend/descend multiple of flights of stairs in urban training environment
• lift and carry up to 75 lbs over short distance (such as a loaded backpack)
• Work environment including but not limited to:
• Garrison work in office setting, temporary building, military tents
• field/tactical environments
• occasional extended working hours/overnight bivouac will be required during execution of some field exercises.

Travel

• OCONUS and domestic travel may be required for training and program planning, coordination, and execution.
• Current passport is required for OCONUS travel.
• US driver’s license for CONUS travel and rental vehicle if required.

Company Description

Obsidian Solutions Group LLC (OSG) is a fast-growing professional services firm based in Fredericksburg, VA. We create value for our customers by delivering technology-enabled & mission-oriented technical solutions that solve complex problems, protecting people, information, and assets. Our core capabilities are in providing Enterprise IT, Intelligence Analysis, Production & Development and Knowledge-Based Professional Services Solutions that enable the customer’s mission. Obsidian Solutions Group LLC is a veteran-owned small business.

A career at Obsidian Solutions Group means you are able to put your expertise, credentials, and talents to great use working with customers in the DOD and Intelligence Community, while enjoying the excitement of working in a fast-growing organization committed to making a difference for our customers and in our community. Contribute independently and collaboratively alongside our amazing team of doers and thinkers. Obsidian Solutions Group is small enough to offer a family atmosphere yet large enough to deliver a highly competitive compensation package. We hire and retain the best in the industry, offering exceptional benefits that protect the well-being of our employees, their spouses and domestic partners, and their families.

Our corporate philosophy is centered on hiring and retaining employees with the requisite skills, professional experience, personal commitment, and ethical standards necessary to foster a culture of operational excellence necessary to surpass our customer’s expectations.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , (including and ), , political affiliation, , marital status, , genetic information, , membership in an employee organization, parental status, protected veteran status, and any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.