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Wargaming Operations and Technical Integration Specialist

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$140,000 – $160,000 a year
Where
Monterey, CA
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The Naval Postgraduate School Wargaming Center SMX is seeking a highly skilled Wargaming Operations and Technical Integration Specialist to serve as a critical integrator of operational, technical, and administrative functions for complex military wargaming exercises for the Naval Postgraduate School Wargaming Center . This role is essential to the successful execution of multi-domain wargaming events, particularly those involving international partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. The successful candidate will serve as the linchpin between coding/technical requirements and operational military realities, ensuring that wargaming systems accurately reflect real-world force structures, capabilities, and constraints. This position requires someone who can seamlessly transition between technical data management, operational planning, and stakeholder coordination to make complex wargaming events function successfully.

This position requires a DoD secret clearance which requires US citizenship for work on DoD contracts.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Wargaming Operations & Event Management
  • Technical Data Management & System Support
  • Operational Analysis & Force Modeling
  • International Partnership & Coordination
  • Cross-Functional Troubleshooting & Support

Required Skills/Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in operations research, Military Science, International Relations, Data Management, Computer Science, or related field
  • 10+ years of professional experience, including Military operational experience (surface warfare, operations planning, or related fields)
  • Experience in wargaming, military exercises, or operational analysis
  • Data management and technical system support
  • Multi-stakeholder coordination and project management
  • Active SECRET security clearance required for day one start
  • Deep understanding of military force structures, platforms, weapons systems, and operational planning Strong data management skills with ability to work with complex databases and technical systems
  • Knowledge of Indo-Pacific security environment and regional military capabilities
  • Experience coordinating with international military partners
  • Ability to translate between technical/coding requirements and operational military concepts
  • Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot under pressure
  • Strong communication skills with ability to interact effectively with technical staff, military officers, and senior leadership

Desired Skills/Experience

  • Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) background or equivalent operational military experience (8+ years preferred)
  • Foreign Area Officer (FAO) qualification, particularly Indo-Pacific region
  • Direct experience with wargaming systems
  • Experience supporting the Naval Postgraduate School or similar academic/research institutions Experience with INDOPACOM regional partners

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is:

$140,000—$160,000 USD

At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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