Description
Joint Advanced Fires Instructor & Scenario Developer — Defense Sector, Leidos
The Defense Sector at Leidos is seeking an experienced Joint Advanced Fires Instructor/Scenario Developer to support the Joint Advanced Fires Qualification Course (JAFQC). In this role, you will apply deep expertise in designing and executing military exercises—from tabletop to full‑scale events—focused on All‑Domain Operations. Your work will directly prepare students for follow‑on assignments within Combatant Command (CCMD) and Service Component Joint Fires Elements.
This position operates under the oversight of the Joint Staff J6 Joint Fires Integration Division (JFID), which leads Department of War efforts to modernize Joint Targeting Cycle C2 for Globally Integrated All‑Domain Fires and Effects at speed and scale.
Primary Responsibilities
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JAFQC Scenario Development — Support senior faculty by conducting technical research, building realistic multi‑domain scenarios, and producing on‑demand intelligence assessments aligned to JAFQC learning objectives.
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Current Operations Intelligence Updates — Produce weekly OSINT and classified (SIPR/JWICS) current‑events briefs to maintain global theater awareness for course faculty.
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Intelligence Product Creation — Develop high‑fidelity intelligence products for Part Task Training, including OPLAN/OPORD Annex B estimates, Order of Battle assessments, MLCOA/MDCOA analysis, and executive‑level strategic summaries. Ensure all scenarios reflect the Joint Warfighting Concept (JWC).
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Exercise Evaluation Support — Augment the JAFQC Evaluation Team as an advisor or technical SME during exercises and major events as required.
Basic Qualifications
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Military Experience — Minimum 12 years as a commissioned officer, warrant officer, or senior NCO.
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Security Clearance — Current Top Secret/SCI eligibility.
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Education — BA/BS required; equivalent operational experience may substitute.
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Joint Headquarters Experience — At least 24 months (within the last 6 years) in a Joint Force HQ performing intelligence or target system analysis. Relevant MOS/AFSC: 0231, 35F, IS, 1N0 and officer equivalents.
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Scenario Development Expertise — Familiarity with Road to War, MSELs, OPFOR campaign plans, and INTSUMs.
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Force Structure Knowledge — Deep understanding of Blue/Red force capabilities and employment at tactical and operational levels.
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Instructional Experience — Minimum 1 year of formal platform instruction; completion of a formal instructor course (or willingness to attend prior to assuming duties).
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Communication Skills — Exceptional writing and briefing skills to support scenario, intelligence, and presentation requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
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Advanced Education — MA/MS or graduation from a senior‑level Service college.
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Advanced Warfighting Schools — Graduate of SAMS, SAASS, SAWS, MAWS, or JAWS.
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Elite Tactics Programs — Completion of TOPGUN, WTI, USAF Weapons School, or equivalent programs producing advanced‑tactics SMEs.
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STO Experience — Prior involvement in planning/executing Special Technical Operations at JTF, CCMD, or Service Component (Echelon 2)
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May 20, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos
Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
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