Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.

The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.

Sr. Combat Arms Advisor

Description of specific duties in a typical workday for this position:

• The Sr. Combat Arms Advisor serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing advisory support to the Government on combat arms&-related programs, with a focus on Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS) for Army air and ground combat systems. The individual provides detailed technical, operational, and programmatic advice related to unique contractual, acquisition, and execution requirements.
• Responsibilities include participating in customer strategy and planning meetings; installation support requirements meetings; site construction inspections; site surveys; data collection activities; form-fit-function testing; and New Equipment Training (NET) events. The advisor supports weekly team meetings and other program engagements as required, typically not exceeding five meetings per month, and conducts travel approximately twice per quarter in support of site visits, testing, inspections, and training events.
• The Sr. Combat Arms Advisor applies extensive operational experience to assess system suitability, training effectiveness, and operational relevance, providing expert recommendations to support decision-making and ensure alignment with Army training, readiness, and combat arms requirements.

Requirements (Years of experience, Education, Certifications):

• Bachelor’s degree
• 10 years of experience
• Former Army Combat Arms Master Gunner (e.g., Armor, Infantry, Aviation, or Fires)
• Demonstrated experience with:
  • Army Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS)
  • Combat Arms air and ground vehicle systems
  • Form-fit-function testing and system evaluations
  • New Equipment Training (NET) and fielding support
  • Installation, site surveys, and construction inspection activities
• Active Secret security clearance is required

Nice to Have (skills that are not required, but nice to have):

• Senior NCO or Warrant Officer leadership experience
• Experience advising acquisition or program management teams
• Familiarity with Army training doctrine and capability development processes

This is a full-time position paying a base salary, full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.

OST is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services. The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients. Sr. Combat Arms Advisor Description of specific duties in a typical workday for this position: The Sr. Combat Arms Advisor serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) providing advisory support to the Government on combat arms-related programs, with a focus on Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS) for Army air and ground combat systems. The individual provides detailed technical, operational, and programmatic advice related to unique contractual, acquisition, and execution requirements. Responsibilities include participating in customer strategy and planning meetings; installation support requirements meetings; site construction inspections; site surveys; data collection activities; form-fit-function testing; and New Equipment Training (NET) events. The advisor supports weekly team meetings and other program engagements as required, typically not exceeding five meetings per month, and conducts travel approximately twice per quarter in support of site visits, testing, inspections, and training events. The Sr. Combat Arms Advisor applies extensive operational experience to assess system suitability, training effectiveness, and operational relevance, providing expert recommendations to support decision-making and ensure alignment with Army training, readiness, and combat arms requirements. Requirements (Years of experience, Education, Certifications): Bachelor's degree 10 years of experience Former Army Combat Arms Master Gunner (e.g., Armor, Infantry, Aviation, or Fires) Demonstrated experience with: Army Training Aids, Devices, Simulators, and Simulations (TADSS) Combat Arms air and ground vehicle systems Form-fit-function testing and system evaluations New Equipment Training (NET) and fielding support Installation, site surveys, and construction inspection activities Active Secret security clearance is required Nice to Have (skills that are not required, but nice to have): Senior NCO or Warrant Officer leadership experience Experience advising acquisition or program management teams Familiarity with Army training doctrine and capability development processes

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