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Top Secret
Mid Level Career (5+ yrs experience)
$110000 - $125000 per year
No Traveling
Unspecified
Colorado Springs, CO (On-Site/Office)
Introduction:
Mano Lani has an opening for a Training Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in the Colorado Springs, CO area with extensive experience in maneuver training, operational planning, and large-scale exercise support to join our team supporting U.S. Army Combat Training Centers (CTCs) and the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP). This role provides critical support to collective training events, helping units improve readiness, mission command proficiency, and doctrinal alignment in preparation for operational deployments. This position will provide support for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence, and Space and Missile Defense School. The objective of this effort is to ensure superior education and training on all elements of space and missile defense and real-world operational requirements. Mano Lani is an exceptional industry partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and a leader in physical and cyber security, IT management, logistics, supply chain management, process improvement and development.
The ideal candidate will provide advanced training support to the U.S. Army's Maneuver Combat Training Centers (CTCs) and the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP). The specialist serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in maneuver operations, unit-level training integration, and collective exercise support, collaborating with commanders, staff officers, and training enablers at multiple
echelons.
Duties:
* Active TS/SCI Clearance
* 12-14 years of experience in military operations, training, or exercise planning-preferably at Brigade/Division level
* 5+ years supporting MCTP, CTCs (e.g., JRTC, NTC, JMRC), or large-scale collective training events
* Expertise in Army operational doctrine (FM 3-0, FM 7-0, ATP 3-90 series) and training management processes
* Experience using systems such as CPOF, GCCS-A, JTIMS, DTMS, AFATDS, or other Mission Command Information Systems (MCIS)
* Strong background in scenario development, OPORD writing, and exercise control
* Proven ability to lead AARs and provide constructive feedback to military units and leadership
* Exceptional communication, coordination, and facilitation skills
* Prior service in a key leadership role (e.g., BN/CO CDR, S3, XO, OC/T) is highly desirable
* Willingness to travel up to 75% CONUS/OCONUS in support of training events
* Support the planning, coordination, and execution of Division and Brigade-level training events, including Warfighter Exercises (WFX), CTC rotations, and Mission Command Training (MCT)
* Develop and deliver realistic training scenarios, orders, and injects aligned with Army and Joint doctrine
* Advise commanders and staff on the Operations Process, mission command systems, and maneuver doctrine application
* Conduct After Action Reviews (AARs), capture lessons learned, and recommend improvements to enhance training effectiveness
* Integrate simulations, command and control systems, and observer/controller feedback into dynamic, high-fidelity training environments
* Collaborate with MCTP teams, CTC elements, and operational units to ensure training goals and objectives are met
* Ensure all training materials, exercises, and evaluations adhere to current DoD and Army policy, doctrine, and security requirements
Required Education/Certifications:
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Education, Military Studies, or related field preferred
* Completion of Command and General Staff College (CGSC) or equivalent strongly preferred
* Instructor certification such as Army Basic Instructor Course (ABIC) or equivalent is desirable
* Familiarity with ISD methodologies (ADDIE) or Training Development Capability (TDC) is a plus
Security:
Requires the applicant to possess and maintain an active TS/SCI for the position. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship.
Benefits:
Mano Lani offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.manolani.com.
Physical Requirements:
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distance may be required. Possible lifting up to 25 lbs.
Please note: Mano Lani reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.
Mano Lani is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
Mano Lani has an opening for a Training Specialist to join our rapidly growing team in the Colorado Springs, CO area with extensive experience in maneuver training, operational planning, and large-scale exercise support to join our team supporting U.S. Army Combat Training Centers (CTCs) and the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP). This role provides critical support to collective training events, helping units improve readiness, mission command proficiency, and doctrinal alignment in preparation for operational deployments. This position will provide support for the U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense Command, Space and Missile Defense Center of Excellence, and Space and Missile Defense School. The objective of this effort is to ensure superior education and training on all elements of space and missile defense and real-world operational requirements. Mano Lani is an exceptional industry partner to the Department of Defense (DoD) and a leader in physical and cyber security, IT management, logistics, supply chain management, process improvement and development.
The ideal candidate will provide advanced training support to the U.S. Army's Maneuver Combat Training Centers (CTCs) and the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP). The specialist serves as a subject matter expert (SME) in maneuver operations, unit-level training integration, and collective exercise support, collaborating with commanders, staff officers, and training enablers at multiple
echelons.
Duties:
* Active TS/SCI Clearance
* 12-14 years of experience in military operations, training, or exercise planning-preferably at Brigade/Division level
* 5+ years supporting MCTP, CTCs (e.g., JRTC, NTC, JMRC), or large-scale collective training events
* Expertise in Army operational doctrine (FM 3-0, FM 7-0, ATP 3-90 series) and training management processes
* Experience using systems such as CPOF, GCCS-A, JTIMS, DTMS, AFATDS, or other Mission Command Information Systems (MCIS)
* Strong background in scenario development, OPORD writing, and exercise control
* Proven ability to lead AARs and provide constructive feedback to military units and leadership
* Exceptional communication, coordination, and facilitation skills
* Prior service in a key leadership role (e.g., BN/CO CDR, S3, XO, OC/T) is highly desirable
* Willingness to travel up to 75% CONUS/OCONUS in support of training events
* Support the planning, coordination, and execution of Division and Brigade-level training events, including Warfighter Exercises (WFX), CTC rotations, and Mission Command Training (MCT)
* Develop and deliver realistic training scenarios, orders, and injects aligned with Army and Joint doctrine
* Advise commanders and staff on the Operations Process, mission command systems, and maneuver doctrine application
* Conduct After Action Reviews (AARs), capture lessons learned, and recommend improvements to enhance training effectiveness
* Integrate simulations, command and control systems, and observer/controller feedback into dynamic, high-fidelity training environments
* Collaborate with MCTP teams, CTC elements, and operational units to ensure training goals and objectives are met
* Ensure all training materials, exercises, and evaluations adhere to current DoD and Army policy, doctrine, and security requirements
Required Education/Certifications:
* Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Education, Military Studies, or related field preferred
* Completion of Command and General Staff College (CGSC) or equivalent strongly preferred
* Instructor certification such as Army Basic Instructor Course (ABIC) or equivalent is desirable
* Familiarity with ISD methodologies (ADDIE) or Training Development Capability (TDC) is a plus
Security:
Requires the applicant to possess and maintain an active TS/SCI for the position. Eligibility requirements include US citizenship.
Benefits:
Mano Lani offers a comprehensive benefits package including a liberal vacation plan, a matching retirement program, and competitive salaries commensurate with skills and experience. For more information about our organization, please visit our web site at www.manolani.com.
Physical Requirements:
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and location of work, walking moderate to long distance may be required. Possible lifting up to 25 lbs.
Please note: Mano Lani reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing. Positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs.
Mano Lani is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
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