Certified Athletic Trainer

About the Role

GDIT is seeking an Athletic Trainer to support customer activities. The Athletic Trainer provides comprehensive injury mitigation, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation services to support mission readiness, performance, and longevity. The ATC functions as an integral member of the Human Performance team and serves as a subject-matter expert in sports medicine, injury mitigation, athlete preparation, and return‑to‑duty pathways. The role includes direct care delivery, training support, equipment preparation, and coordination between rehabilitation and strength & conditioning services.

Responsibilities

• Function across the spectrum of the POTFF program under the supervision of a Physician, Physician Assistant, or Physical Therapist, by providing and facilitating injury mitigation (mitigation, examination, treatment and rehabilitation of emergent, acute or chronic injuries and medical conditions)
• Serve as the Bridge Coordinator, responsible for bridging clients between rehab and strength and conditioning services until the client has no medical restrictions and can participate in strength and conditioning services without limitations
• Provide human performance services within the ATC's scope of practice as defined by the National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) Board of Certification (BOC) for Athletic Trainers
• Design and fabricate protective pads, equipment, and braces to help prevent and treat injuries, including the use of taping techniques within the ATC's scope of practice
• Provide instruction and guidance within the ATC's scope of practice
• Serve as an advisor to the POTFF or Physical domain Manager and/or Coordinator in matters related to injury mitigation, sports medicine, rehabilitation, and bridging

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Master's or Clinical Doctorate degree preferred) in Athletic Training
• State license and NATABOC certification
• Minimum of five (5) years or more of demonstrable accumulated experience as an ATC with individual athletes and groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Collegiate Division I, Olympic, professional sports, USAF Comprehensive Readiness for Aircrew Flying Training (CRAFT), USAF Special Warfare Training Wing (SWTW), and/or SOF Operators in the accompanying, respective settings
• Secret or Top-Secret Clearance, or the ability to obtain clearance
• US Citizenship required

Location

Various OCONUS & CONUS sites. This is a contingent posting, expected to start in 2027.

Benefits

• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

Pay & Schedule

The likely salary range for this position is $72,877 - $98,599, set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40. Travel Required: Less than 10%. Telecommuting Options: Onsite.