MAGTF Training AAR Support II

Description

Primary Location: Twentynine Palms, CA

Must be a U.S citizen

Security Clearance: Secret

Job Summary

Per CMC mandate, MAGTFTC has established a service level training exercise (SLTE) of live training exercise called Integrated Training Exercise (ITX) and a Force-on-Force component to the ITX called the MAGTF Warfighting Exercise (MWX), which includes requirements for design and development of scenario(s), and observation, assessment, and mentorship of training unit staffs.  

As a member of the Drone Video Collection Team and MWX Support Team, the MAGTF Training AAR Support incumbent will be responsible for enabling the success of the team by providing technical skills and expertise to our video capture/drone support and MWX SME Support efforts during ITX and MWX. The work will often be in the field, alongside teammates, executing installations, testing, operating, and troubleshooting. This includes the integration and operation of IT and C2 technology. They will operate camera systems during the exercises and facilitate the upload of raw footage to the video editor. They will provide MWX Combat Coaches with operations and logistics support to enable their focus on training unit commanders. The MAGTF Training AAR Support incumbent may also be expected to support Obsidian’s Research and Development efforts with the FPV drones, Axis camera integration, and other emerging IT-related initiatives. 

Key Accountabilities

• Install, configure, manage, administrate, and maintain a video network to support the collection of video files from a localized, stand-alone network of video cameras and drones.
• Install, configure, manage, administrate, and maintain Point to Point (P2P) communications hardware to support video network.
• Install, configure, manage, administrate, and maintain Android Tactical Awareness Kit (ATAK) hardware to support video network, Position Location Information (PLI) sharing, and communications amongst team.
• Establish a satellite-based communications capability (Starlink) to establish and maintain communications with the video network when video collection assets are beyond traditional means of communication (P2P, LTE).
• Operate SentryPOD cameras during ITX and MWX events. Download footage and provide to video editor per the guidance of the UAS Program Lead.
• Coordinate distribution and accountability of C2 & IT equipment to Drone Video Collection Team and MWX Support Team.
• Assist the MWX Support Team in the coordination of MAGTF Training SME travel, attendance, logistics, support, and collection of observations ISO MWX training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

• Desire and ability to provide technical support and customer service for both external customers and Obsidian colleagues. 
• Mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Comfortable with hand and power tools as well as assembling hardware and solving hardware-related problems. 
• An ability to independently identify a problem with a product, determine the cause, and execute an appropriate repair in the field under resource-constrained conditions.
• Able to lead small teams in austere environments to accomplish technical tasks.
• Maintain appropriate records and inventories. Possess organizational habits and a willingness to define, follow, and improve process and work standards.
• U.S. Person status is required as this position needs to access export-controlled hardware and data.
• Must be able to obtain and hold a U.S. security clearance at the Secret level.
• Must possess familiarity with Marine Corps doctrine and contemporary strategic, operational, and tactical operations that govern MAGTF operations and processes and possess a working knowledge of information and knowledge management concepts and practices.
• Must have expert knowledge of the roles and missions of various types of USMC forces/capabilities (including reserve component), their employment, and how they contribute to USMC operations. 
• Must have an understanding of USMC warfighting doctrine, warfighting functions, commander and staff operations, and Marine Corps procedures and responsibilities across all levels of war.
• Must have knowledge of USMC requirements and capabilities in executing combat operations across the ROMO, including how the USMC executes operations in support of USMC MAGTF and Joint Force operations. 
• Must have exceptional telephone, email and customer service communication skills.
• Must possess self-motivation and a high level of discretion to work effectively.
• Must be able to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects and have a strong attention for detail.

Experience and Education

• Must possess knowledge of military doctrine, tactics, and command relationships at MAGTF or joint/combined command level as measured by actual operational force employment experience is required, and direct participation in real world operations is preferred. Direct participation in real world operations in deployment and employment command and control methods and systems for the GCE is desired.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in USMC organizational processes at the regimental/base level or above to include a thorough understanding of functional roles and responsibilities of staff areas.  
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in USMC, joint, and multinational operations at the tactical and operational levels of war.
• Must possess familiarity of the Microsoft office suite, online collaborative tools, social networking tools, and content management systems.
• Familiarity with Axis camera systems, FLIR video cameras, unmanned drone video collection is preferred.
• Driver’s license and ability to drive a 4x4 truck in rugged, off road conditions.
• FAA Pt 107 Remote Pilot Certified preferred. 
• A combination of education and experience that displays the requisite skillset is considered.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Garrison work environment including but not limited to
• Field/tactical environments
• Occasional extended working hours / overnight may be required during support of live training and bivouac may be required during execution of Force-on-Force exercises.
• Physical ability to:
• Mount/dismount vehicles in a field environment
• Bivouac in field environment
• Climb/descend rocky mountainous terrain
• Perform job in hot 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)

Travel

• Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination
• Travel is estimated to be up to 10%.

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.

Company Overview

Obsidian Solutions Group (OSG) is a diversified consulting and technology company providing flexible and responsive solutions to federal, state, and local agencies and organizations. Our core domains are overseas and domestic mission support operations, collection/analysis/identification,

and information technology. Obsidian Solutions Group is comprised of strategic and operational personnel who provide its clients deep domain expertise across a comprehensive spectrum of skill sets, allowing mission accomplishment and development of long-term capabilities.

Obsidian Solutions Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, any other non-merit factor, or any other characteristic protected by law.