Military Trainer-Sustainment Subject Matter Expert

Position Description

Serco is seeking a Military Trainer – Sustainment Subject Matter Expert / Exercise Planner. This role supports the Joint Staff (JS) in delivering Collective Joint Training (CJT) enhancing the operational effectiveness of both current and future joint forces. The Exercise Planner is responsible for executing tasks throughout the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), collaborating closely with supported military customers and CJT leadership.

This position is contingent upon your ability to maintain and transfer your U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance.

Overview: Provides expert sustainment planning support to Combatant Commands, Geographic Joint Event Support Teams (JEST), and various sections of JS J7 and Joint Staff Support Team (JST)  This role supports the implementation of CJCS guidance and policy by coordinating plans, analysis, design, and command & control activities for sustainment operations in joint exercise design. The position ensures effective integration of sustainment solutions into joint and multinational strategic and operational plans aligned with the Joint Commander's exercise program.

In this role, you will:

• Provide sustainment planning and execution support for joint exercises under CJCS guidance.
• Integrate sustainment operations into joint/combined operational plans using joint doctrine, best practices, and lessons learned.
• Support the Joint Exercise Life Cycle (JELC), focusing on sustainment integration and milestone completion.
• Collaborate with Combatant Commands and Joint Task Force (JTF) staffs to develop/refine strategic campaigns, contingency plans, and multinational operations.
• Analyze and synthesize operational observations to improve staff processes and achieve unified action.
• Assess the strategic impact of evolving operations; incorporate insights into future exercise design.
• Provide recommendations on sustainment doctrine, validated concepts, and lessons learned to enhance joint capabilities.
• Conduct sustainment analysis and strategic assessments for senior joint leadership.
• Identify sustainment requirements; develop concepts, resource plans, data models, and mission plans/orders.
• Maintain working knowledge of joint logistics capabilities (e.g., supply, distribution, maintenance, medical, engineering, contracting).
• Assist and augment other Sustainment Team members; assume lead/support roles as needed during exercises

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Qualifications

This position may also be filled at the principal level per the requirements below.

Basic Qualifications for Military Trainer – Sustainment SME / Exercise Planner:

• A U.S. citizenship.
• Must possess an active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.
• One of the following:
• • A High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 7 years of professional and/or military leadership experience.
  • or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years of professional and/or military leadership experience.
  • or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 1 year of professional and/or military leadership experience.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience as a commissioned officer, non-commissioned officer, or U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) civilian equivalent.
• Must be willing and able to travel both CONUS and OCONUS as needed (up to 35% of the time).
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport.
• Must be able to work on-site in Suffolk, Virginia.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Military Trainer – Sustainment SME / Exercise Planner:

• A U.S. citizenship.
• Must possess an active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance.
• One of the following:
  • A High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 10 years of professional leadership experience.
  • or a Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of professional leadership experience.
  • or a Master’s degree with a minimum of 4 year of professional leadership experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a commissioned officer, non-commissioned officer, or U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) civilian equivalent.
• Must be willing and able to travel both CONUS and OCONUS as needed (up to 25% of the time).
• Must possess or be able to obtain a valid U.S. Passport.
• Must be able to work on-site in Suffolk, Virginia.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with operation of a military logistics simulation model.
• Service or Combatant Command Headquarters or JS J7 Staff experience.
• Experience working with and around senior military and government personnel.

If you are interested in supporting and working with our military and sailors and a passionate Serco team- then submit your application now for immediate consideration. It only takes a few minutes and could change your career!

Serco Inc. is using this posting for the purpose of building a talent pipeline of qualified candidates for future anticipated growth. This position is not a funded/active opening. Should the position become funded/active, qualified candidates will be invited to re-apply to the updated posting.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/benefits-of-choosing-serco. If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [email protected] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identify during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [email protected].

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The range for this position can be found at the top of the posting. This range is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits HIGHLIGHTS – Comprehensible Benefits for Full-time Employees (Part-time members receive a customized package tailored to their role).

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or the Service Contract Act.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://www.serco.com/na/careers/about-us.

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. Please submit applications exclusively through Serco’s external (or internal) career site. This is a U.S.-based role. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [email protected].