Cognitive Performance Specialist

General Dynamics Information Technology

Cognitive Performance Specialist training personnel in cognitive and emotional control skills. Supporting mission-critical work on programs for mental performance development in a variety of settings.

Posted 7/7/2026full-timeFort Bragg • California, Hawaii, North Carolina, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $83,927 - $113,549 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cognitive performance training and mental performance development, with a strong focus on collaboration and documentation within agency settings. Holds relevant certifications and possesses experience working with high-performance individuals and groups.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Cognitive Performance PractitionerSport PsychologistHeart Rate Variability CertificationMilitary ExperienceMental Performance Development

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Hard Skills

Cognitive TrainingBehavioral Skills TrainingPsychosocial Skills TrainingEmotional Control SkillsLiterature ReviewDocumentationPerformance EnhancementAdaptive ThinkingHuman EngagementsPhysical Performance Training

Soft Skills

CollaborationAdvisingEducationCommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Tools & Technologies

HP Enterprise-wide Database

Certifications & Qualifications

BCIA CertificationCognitive Enhancement Certification

Industry Keywords

NCAA Collegiate SportsOlympic SportsProfessional SportsTactical SettingsMental Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Train and educate agency personnel in cognitive, mental, behavioral, psychosocial, perceptual, learning, adaptive thinking, human engagements, and emotional control skills
Document work performed, implemented, and provided to agency personnel
Assist and advise the HP Program Manager and/or Coordinator in matters relating to mental performance
Provide information about cognitive performance and exercise psychology factors
Collaborate with HP staff to enhance quality and effectiveness of mental performance development
Conduct periodic literature reviews
Document work performed, utilization, referrals, and all other information in the HP Enterprise-wide database

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have a minimum of 3 years or more post-graduate degree of demonstrable accumulated experience as a cognitive performance practitioner or Sport Psychologist with military members, athletes, groups of athletes at the levels of NCAA Collegiate, Olympic, professional sports, tactical setting, or with individuals or groups requiring high levels of mental and physical performance
U.S. Citizenship
Must be capable of properly lifting and manipulating loads or weights up to 25 kilograms and capable of meeting physical demands of training with agency personnel
Must have a certificate of completion of training for heart rate variability (HRV) through the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) or a relevant certification through BCIA
May be required to receive and maintain cognitive enhancement certification as required by hiring unit, such as BCIA biofeedback certification
Prior military experience is desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

401K with company match
Comprehensive health and wellness packages
Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays