Senior Terrain Technician – JLVC, SECRET Clearance

General Dynamics Information Technology

. Build high-fidelity terrain and simulation products representing operational environments .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeSchofield • Hawaii • United StatesSenior💰 $124,093 - $143,750 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in terrain development and simulation database management, with a strong focus on quality assurance, data validation, and the ability to translate operational requirements into effective training environments. Proficient in managing multiple projects while ensuring adherence to military simulation standards and interoperability.

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Terrain DevelopmentJLVC SimulationDatabase DevelopmentCompTIA Security+ CertificationGeospatial Data Formats

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Hard Skills

Terrain GenerationSimulation Database CreationData ValidationQuality AssuranceData ConversionModeling and SimulationConfiguration ManagementFidelity AssessmentEnvironmental Feature IntegrationParametric Data Sets

Soft Skills

Strong Attention to DetailPresentation SkillsCommunication SkillsIndependent WorkJudgment

Tools & Technologies

JTDSVISTASimulation PlatformsData PipelinesGeospatial Software

Certifications & Qualifications

CompTIA Security+SECRET ClearanceTS/SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Military SimulationsTraining SystemsDistributed Training EnvironmentsOperational ScenariosGeospatial Science

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build high-fidelity terrain and simulation products representing operational environments
Translate unit training requirements and operational scenarios into customized terrain products
Create simulation databases with accurate infrastructure and environmental features
Validate terrain product accuracy through quality-control processes
Identify discrepancies, missing data, and fidelity issues before exercise execution
Format and import/export terrain products across simulation platforms
Refine terrain products using exercise feedback, after-action reviews, and evolving training objectives
Develop, modify, validate, and sustain JLVC simulation terrain and parametric data sets
Build and maintain data pipelines, schemas, and integrations connecting simulation systems with exercise and mission-command environments
Support military simulations, training systems, Army or Joint collective training events, and distributed training environments
Manage terrain and database production, validation, and configuration management
Work on customer site with 10–25% travel to other customer sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

SECRET clearance required; ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
U.S. citizenship required
BS/BA in Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Science, Modeling and Simulation, or related technical discipline, or equivalent combination of education, technical certifications, relevant experience, or specialized technical training
3+ years of progressively responsible experience in terrain development, database development, modeling and simulation, or related technical discipline
Experience developing, modifying, validating, and sustaining JLVC simulation terrain and parametric data sets using JTDS or VISTA
CompTIA Security+ certification required within 6 months of hire
Experience with terrain generation and visualization, including elevation data, imagery, feature data, and 3D terrain products
Knowledge of geospatial data formats and standards
Experience with data conversion, transformation, and validation across geospatial and simulation formats
Experience with terrain quality assurance, accuracy checks, data validation, and fidelity assessments
Experience with configuration and version management of terrain products
Understanding of simulation interoperability and distributed training environments
Experience serving as a senior technician or technical lead for terrain/database production, validation, and configuration management
Experience translating operational scenarios and training requirements into realistic terrain and simulation database products
Strong presentation and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple development efforts and demanding exercise timelines
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently with sound judgment and coordinate with JLVC and MTC technical teams
Moderate travel required to other customer sites in the area of responsibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

401(k) with company match
Medical plan options, including plans with Health Savings Accounts
Dental plan options
Vision plan options
Full flex work weeks where possible
Paid vacation, sick, personal, holiday, parental, military, bereavement, and jury duty leave
Short- and long-term disability benefits
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Personal accident insurance
Critical illness insurance
Business travel and accident insurance
AI-powered career tool identifying career steps and learning opportunities
Internal mobility team supporting career goals
Award-winning culture of innovation
Military-friendly workplace