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Instruct Sys Dev Sr Prin

Sterling, VA · On-site

$132K - $226K/yr

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How much do manager wargaming jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager wargaming in Reston, VA is $65,190.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,800.00 and $71,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Wargaming vs Wargaming Analyst?

AspectManager WargamingWargaming Analyst
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Defense, Strategy, or related fields; certifications in wargaming or strategic planningBachelor's or Master's in Defense, Strategy, or related fields; certifications in data analysis or wargaming tools
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, collaborates with military or defense clientsConducts analysis, supports wargame simulations, reports findings
Employer & IndustryDefense agencies, military contractors, strategic consulting firmsDefense agencies, military contractors, research institutions

In summary, Manager Wargaming oversees wargaming projects and teams, focusing on strategic leadership, while Wargaming Analysts support simulations and analyze data. Both roles require relevant credentials and work within defense or military sectors, but differ in responsibilities and seniority.

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Instruct Sys Dev Sr Prin

Instruct Sys Dev Sr Prin

BAE Systems

Sterling, VA • On-site

$132K - $226K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


BAE Systems rating

8.5

Company rating: 8.5 out of 10

Based on 145 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

5th of 46 rated military and defense


Job description


BAE Systems is looking for a Wargaming Instructional Designer to support a training program. The Wargaming Instructional Designer will work with a team of engineers, wargamers, training developers, modeling & simulation experts, and instructors to deliver an integrated technical training solution to the military customer. The position is remote with occasional meetings and working sessions in the office at Dulles, Virginia. The successful candidate will have a combination of wargaming, training, military operations, and modeling and simulation expertise and experience.
Job Tasks:
  • Wargaming Training Course Design and Development
    • Design training syllabus for professional wargaming
    • Develop training content and materials for professional wargaming education
    • Research, learn, and play-test manual/tabletop and computer-assisted wargame systems
  • Modeling & Simulation Scenario Development and Testing
    • Research and develop unit/equipment database
    • Design and develop tactical and operational scenarios: orders of battle, unit laydowns, unit taskings
    • Play-test scenarios
    • Support development of Technical and Operator Manuals for M&S scenario creation
    • Support development of test cases for formal acceptance testing
    • Participate in formal system acceptance testing
  • Support Training Delivery
    • Provide training and demonstrations
    • Teach manual/tabletop and computer-assisted wargame systems
    • Support Instructors in the setup and execution of training delivery to the customer
Travel:
  • This role requires international travel.

Required Skills and Education
Education: At least a Bachelor's degree in Military Science, Modeling and Simulations, History, Political Science, or related fields
Experience: 8+ years experience in professional wargaming, military training design and development, military service, and/or military modeling and simulations
Key Skills:
  • Wargame design, development, employment
    • Manual/table-top wargaming
    • Computer-assisted wargaming
  • Professional instructional design and course development
    • Syllabus development
    • Instructor and Student Guides
    • Instructor training and guidance
  • Modeling and Simulation for military end-users
    • Multi-domain, aggregate combat models
General Skills:
  • Research on military scenarios, orders of battle, system and equipment capabilities
  • Technical writing
  • Briefing development and presentation

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Preferred Skills and Education
Preferred Skills:
  • Experience working with military customers in wargaming, training, education, exercises, and planning
  • Professional military wargaming
  • Military training instruction
  • Military instruction design

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