JTAC Instructor​/Operator

Job Title:

JTAC Instructor/Operator Job Category:
Training Time Type:
Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start:
Secret Employee Type:
Regular Percentage of

Travel Required:

Up to 25%
Type of Travel:
Continental US * * *

• As a JTAC Instructor/Operator, you operate Fire Support/Terminal Attack Control simulators and provide instruction for Close Air Support (CAS) familiarization when needed.
• Additionally, JTAC Instructor/Operators will plan, develop, schedule, and synchronize all aspects of the JTAC Trainer/simulator, as well as develop realistic.
• With challenging simulator training scenarios in accordance with the supported commands operational outcomes and objectives.
• JTAC Instructor/Operators will advise and assist in the development training and mission rehearsal tasks with the intent to provide a common framework for integration of Live, Virtual, Constructive, Gaming (LVCG) and Synthetic Training Environment (STE) systems/platforms, and simulation/emulation of JTAC and Forward Observer devices in use and/or advancements or life cycle replacement of JTAC and Forward Observer targeting/target acquisition devices.

• Provide Terminal Attack Control academic instruction in accordance with USSOCOM 350-5 and as aligned with the JTAC MOA.
• Provide academic and practical instruction for all aspects of Fire Support including TAC, Naval Gunfire, Call for Fire, AC-130, and Attack Aviation.
• Operate Fire Support/Terminal Attack Control simulators and provide instruction for USSOCOM JTACs, trainees and Close Air Support (CAS) familiarization.
• Plan, develop, schedule, and synchronize all aspects of the JTAC Trainer, as well as develop realistic and challenging simulator training scenarios in accordance with the unit’s Designed Operational Capabilities Statement.
• Attend simulator and operational conferences in order to stay abreast of current software/hardware applications.
• Research new operational tactics, techniques and procedures that can be implemented into unit training.
• Maintain qualification and currency as required in accordance with provisions set forth in the JTAC MOA.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and other standard office automation tools.
• Thorough understanding of principles, concepts, practices, and standards for JTAC training simulators.
• Work at customer facilities, which require the ability to operate in both conventional and austere locations.
• Travel to support the needs of the operating command being supported as required by the operating command local requirements.
• Perform instruction, training, and education in field environments and under seasonal and adverse weather conditions.
• Perform instruction, training, and education in field environments requiring movement/transportation via watercraft, aircraft, and/or ground vehicular means.

Required:

• Secret Security Clearance with TS/SCI eligibility.
• Certified as Joint Terminal Attack Controller Instructor or Evaluator (JTAC-I/E) while serving as a member of United States Armed Forces.
• Operational JTAC experience with Special Operations Forces (SOF).
• Experience planning, coordinating, and employing lethal and nonlethal
• Experience with JTAC simulators, simulation software and training aids.
• Proficient with Military air-ground communications systems.

Desired:

• Bachler’s degree
• Training and experience with Modern Air Combat Environment (MACE).
• Training and experience with Joint Terminal Control Training Rehearsal System (JTC TRS).
• Training and experience with HAVIK Joint Fires Trainer.
• Training and experience with Joint Fires Battlespace Simulations.

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