Combat Training Systems Instructor

Summary

Combat Training Specialist

Valiant is seeking a mission-ready Combat Training Specialist to support virtual and simulated training operations at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, CA. This position focuses on delivering immersive and realistic training to U.S. Army units using the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST I & II) and Call for Fire Trainer (CFFT) platforms. As part of the NTC's operational support team, you will play a critical role in preparing rotational training units (RTUs) for deployment by supporting simulation-based weapons and fire support training systems that build lethality, precision, and tactical decision-making.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain EST I, EST II, and CFFT (v3/v4) systems to support individual and collective training.
• Instruct and mentor soldiers on virtual marksmanship, weapons handling, judgmental use-of-force scenarios, and indirect fire coordination.
• Tailor training scenarios based on unit-specific mission profiles and Army doctrine (e.g., ATP 3-09.30, TC 3-20.40).
• Coordinate with unit trainers, observer/controllers (O/Cs), and range operations to integrate virtual training into broader live and constructive training events.
• Conduct system troubleshooting, software updates, and hardware checks to ensure maximum system availability.
• Track system usage, training throughput, and system readiness status in accordance with Army and contractor reporting standards.
• Assist with scenario development, scripting, and system configuration based on operational requirements.
• Provide input on system improvements, lesson learned, and training effectiveness evaluations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.

Job Description

Combat Training Specialist

Valiant is seeking a mission-ready Combat Training Specialist to support virtual and simulated training operations at the National Training Center (NTC), Fort Irwin, CA. This position focuses on delivering immersive and realistic training to U.S. Army units using the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST I & II) and Call for Fire Trainer (CFFT) platforms. As part of the NTC's operational support team, you will play a critical role in preparing rotational training units (RTUs) for deployment by supporting simulation-based weapons and fire support training systems that build lethality, precision, and tactical decision-making.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain EST I, EST II, and CFFT (v3/v4) systems to support individual and collective training.
• Instruct and mentor soldiers on virtual marksmanship, weapons handling, judgmental use-of-force scenarios, and indirect fire coordination.
• Tailor training scenarios based on unit-specific mission profiles and Army doctrine (e.g., ATP 3-09.30, TC 3-20.40).
• Coordinate with unit trainers, observer/controllers (O/Cs), and range operations to integrate virtual training into broader live and constructive training events.
• Conduct system troubleshooting, software updates, and hardware checks to ensure maximum system availability.
• Track system usage, training throughput, and system readiness status in accordance with Army and contractor reporting standards.
• Assist with scenario development, scripting, and system configuration based on operational requirements.
• Provide input on system improvements, lesson learned, and training effectiveness evaluations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.