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Core Government Services Corporation

As the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) Operational - Strategic Command (OSC) Chief of Fires , you'll develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of plans and procedures for clients, creating rich ...

Core Government Services Corporation

As an Opposing Force (OPFOR) Chief of Aerospace Operations , you'll work as part of a team for Warfighter Exercise (WFX) rotations to support Mission Command Training Program in the planning and ...

Threat Tec, LLC

ISR Work Area Commander

Beverly, KS · On-site

Augment the OPFOR primary staff during the military decision-making process (MDMP) . * Produce ISR annexes and related products, advise commanders, and conduct briefings as required. * Certify as a ...

Core Government Services Corporation

As the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) DTG Chief of Staff, you'll develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of plans and procedures for clients, creating rich content to help you tell a realistic ...

Threat Tec, LLC

ISR Work Area Commander

Beverly, KS · On-site

Augment the OPFOR primary staff during the military decision-making process (MDMP) . * Produce ISR annexes and related products, advise commanders, and conduct briefings as required. * Certify as a ...

Core Government Services Corporation

As the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) Chief of Multi Domain Operations (MDO) / Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) Writer , you'll develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of plans and procedures for ...

Core Government Services Corporation

As the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) Chief of Operations , you'll develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of plans and procedures for clients, creating rich content to help you tell a realistic ...

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As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for opfor in the United States is $31.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.56 and $37.74 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Opfor job?

An Opfor (Opposing Force) job involves serving as a simulated enemy force during military or law enforcement training exercises. The role helps create realistic combat or tactical scenarios to improve the readiness of personnel. Opfor personnel may use tactics, equipment, and strategies mimicking potential adversaries. These roles exist in military units, private defense contractors, and law enforcement agencies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Opfor position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Opfor (Opposing Forces role-player), you need a solid understanding of military tactics, strong situational awareness, and physical fitness, often supported by prior military experience or specialized training. Familiarity with simulation equipment, military communication systems, and safety protocols is typically required. Adaptability, teamwork, and effective communication are important soft skills, as the role involves rapidly changing scenarios and close collaboration with training units. These skills are vital to ensure realistic training environments, maintain safety standards, and maximize the effectiveness of military exercises.

What are some common daily responsibilities for someone working as Opfor during training exercises?

As Opfor, your primary responsibility is to simulate enemy tactics and behaviors during military training exercises, which may include conducting mock attacks, ambushes, and reconnaissance missions. You will work closely with training instructors and other Opfor team members to create realistic scenarios that challenge trainees. Daily duties often involve maintaining equipment, participating in debriefings, and ensuring all safety protocols are strictly followed. The role requires flexibility, as exercises may take place in varying environments and hours to best mirror real-world conditions, ultimately supporting effective and immersive training for military personnel.
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MCTP PTOC OSC Chief of Fires

Core Government Services Corporation

On-site

Part-time

Posted yesterday

Job description

CGS is looking for an OSC Chief of Fires to support the US Army's Mission Command Training Program (MCTP) at Fort Leavenworth, KS.
Do you want to use your creativity, problem-solving, and storytelling skills to improve organizational mission performance in the defense industry? You understand there is no single or easy solution to prepare for the unforeseen. By creating and testing real-world scenarios, you know how to help military organizations make faster and smarter decisions based on data.
As the Opposing Forces (OPFOR) Operational - Strategic Command (OSC) Chief of Fires, you'll develop, implement, and measure the effectiveness of plans and procedures for clients, creating rich content to help you tell a realistic story. You'll listen to client challenges and identify threats, gaps, or risks that need to be explored and provide a safe space for recommendations that will make lasting, real-world impact.
As a leader in the firm's Army Sector, you'll have the chance to work cross-functionally with planners and scenario developers on projects that are making an impact on critical missions. You'll share your expertise and collaborate with the industry's best trainers and coaches.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Participate in the OPFOR military decision-making process to develop OPFOR competitive Operations Orders.
  • Support the military OPFOR Commander and contractor Chief of Staff.
  • Is the OPFOR's chief of the fires warfighting function lead and is responsible for integrating and synchronizing fires for the OPFOR Commander.
  • Lead development and execution of OPFOR fires plans, procedures, and training content that support division and theater-level scenario objectives.
  • Conduct liaison with Integrated Fires Work Area on fires integration, precision munitions, ammunition allocations, counter-fire assets, quick-fire channel procedures, FASCAM minefields, and air support.
  • Execute the WCOPFOR Commander's instructions/orders for assets controlled by the Integrated Fires Command (IFC).
  • Coordinate with OPFOR Commander on control of Threat Theater Command level assets firing in support of adjacent OSCs and echelons above corps (EAC) entities.
  • Supervise Theater Air Defense execution as directed by the OSC and deploy allocated AD systems to support the OPFOR Commander's plan to preserve combat power and ensure freedom of maneuver.
  • Attend Battle Update Assessment (BUA) in the OSC CP.
  • Recommend targets and fire support courses of action to the WCOPFOR Commander.
  • Ensure communications links route radar and request-for-support messages to the correct indirect fire support elements and headquarters.
  • Deploy artillery target detection systems (CFR, Sound Flash, Artillery Reconnaissance) doctrinally and ensure operational status IAW the OPORD.

Minimum Requirements:
  • Experience as a U.S. Army field artillery field grade officer, warrant officer, or non-commissioned officer.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of Army and Joint regulations and current doctrine.
  • Ability to work on-site at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed (up to 5% of the time)
  • One or more of the following:
    • BS/BA degree with 5 years of military experience or
    • High School and 10 years of military experience.
  • Active DOD Secret clearance is required.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:
  • Advanced degree.
  • Military Education Level (MEL) 4
  • Experience as a former field grade officer, warrant officer, or sergeant major.
  • Successfully served in a key developmental position at brigade/battalion level.
  • Combat Arms experience.
  • Experience with Constructive Simulation Models (e.g., Joint Land Component Constructive Training Capability (JLCCTC), Warfighters Simulation (WARSIM) .
  • Experience with FM 7-100 series OPFOR doctrine.
  • Experience working with the Mission Command Training Program (MCTP).
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and a customer-focused approach.

Working Conditions: Inside Government training facilities.
Required Travel: Employees will travel to temporary work locations during exercises.
Job Type: Part-Time On-Call, Exempt
Contract Length: More than 1 year
CGS provides reasonable accommodation requests so that qualified applicants with a disability may participate in the hiring selection process.

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