FWA Joint Live/Virtual/Constructive Technician (JLVC) – SECRET clearance required

About the Role

GDIT is seeking qualified candidates for the Mission Training Complex Capabilities Support II (MTCCS II) program. GDIT delivers individual sustainment through collective Mission Command training, Leadership Training/Development, Warfighter Functions (WFF) training, Delta Training, First Person Simulations (Gaming), and constructive simulations supported training. Responsibilities include technical integration between simulation and C4I systems, establishing and maintaining training and exercise networks, and accomplishing Risk Management Framework Certification and Accreditation security and risk management activities.

Join GDIT and the Mission Training Complex – Ft Wainwright, Alaska (MTC-FWA) as a JLVC Technician to build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with driven and resourceful colleagues. This role supports the readiness of the Nation's Army in the Arctic.

Responsibilities

• Integrate Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) systems to enable commanders and staff to train against realistic scenarios.
• Improve training realism by reducing simulation disconnects and technical limitations.
• Ensure Army and Joint simulations can exchange information and operate together.
• Configure, test, troubleshoot, and document Linux-based simulation systems, including creating and updating technical documentation.
• Apply system updates, quarterly patches, IAVAs, and adjust system configurations or software to resolve user issues and meet design requirements.
• Support training events through user account management, workstation player/controller training, and hands-on exercise execution.
• Implement the Department of Defense Information Assurance Certification and Accreditation Process (DIACAP/Risk Management Framework-RMF) to achieve and maintain Authority to Operate (ATO).
• Provide rapid and effective technical support during high-visibility training exercises to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Demonstrate comprehensive IT understanding, including operating systems, networking, virtualization, and security practices, with hands-on experience administering both Windows and Linux environments.
• Participate in special projects as required.

Requirements

• AA in a related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, and training (preferred).
• 3+ years of related experience; preferred military experience at the tactical to operational level.
• Experience in configuring, maintaining, operating, and integrating JLVC federate systems.
• Understanding of High-Level Architecture (HLA) and Run-Time Infrastructure (RTI).
• Knowledge of Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) protocols.
• Experience with Windows Server and Linux administration.
• Practical experience managing gateway services, federation interfaces, and simulation connectivity.
• CompTIA Security+ certification (preferred).
• Secret clearance required within 90 days of starting; must possess Interim Secret clearance.
• US Citizenship required.

Skills

• Superb presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to advise and educate leadership in non-technical terms on simulation requirements and training objectives.
• Knowledgeable in JLVC network administration.
• Ability to work within a technical team to create high-fidelity, realistic training events in simulated and constructive environments to meet customer requirements for distributed and multinational exercises.

Location

On customer site at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, with moderate travel (10-25%) required to other customer sites throughout the Area of Responsibility (AoR).

Benefits

• Medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts.
• Dental and vision plan options.
• 401(k) plan with company match (pre- and post-tax contributions up to IRS annual limits).
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, parental leave, military leave, bereavement, and jury duty leave.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness, and business travel and accident insurance.
• Flexible work weeks where possible.
• AI-powered career tool for identifying career steps and learning opportunities.
• Internal mobility team focused on career growth.
• Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.

Pay

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $30.64 and $41.46, though actual compensation will be set based on experience, geographic location, and contractual requirements.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40.
• Telecommuting options: Onsite.