Tactical Craft Training Instructor

Tactical Small Craft Training Instructors

Are you looking for a challenge? Looking for an innovative organization and the opportunity to learn and grow professionally? We can help! Terrestris Global Solutions is seeking experienced Tactical Small Craft Training Instructors to support Marine Forces Reserve (MARFORRES), 4th Marine Division, 4th Amphibian Assault Battalion Littoral Craft Company operations at USMC Reserve Training Centers in Tampa, Florida and Galveston, Texas.

At Terrestris, we leverage technology to create better mission outcomes through better human performance. We form strong client and team relationships through transparency and strive to create an environment where our team can let their excellence shine through. By finding, developing, and incorporating new ideas, we provide memorable services. Rooted in the USMC values of honor, courage, and commitment, Terrestris seeks to deliver extraordinary value to the American people by helping the Government become more efficient and effective.

• The Tactical Small Craft Training Instructors will provide tactical small craft instruction and operational support to U.S. Marine Corps Reserve personnel in both classroom and maritime training environments. Responsibilities include training Marines on tactical boat operations, navigation, weapons employment, maintenance procedures, casualty control, and maritime safety while operating vessels such as the MMRC-A and Expeditionary Littoral Craft (ELC). Instructors will also evaluate crew proficiency, support training planning and readiness efforts, conduct live-fire and underway training evolutions, and ensure safe execution of riverine and coastal maritime operations in support of MARFORRES mission requirements.

You will:

• Conduct classroom and underway instruction on tactical small boat operations and maritime tactics.
• Train Marines on preventive and corrective maintenance procedures for tactical small craft systems.
• Provide instruction on:
  • Navigation systems
  • Communications systems
  • Hull Mechanical & Electrical (HM&E) systems
  • Weapons systems and live-fire operations
  • Tactical boat formations and maneuvers
  • Casualty control procedures
  • Docking, towing, anchoring, and hoisting operations
• Serve as a Range Safety Officer (RSO) and Line Coach during live-fire maritime training evolutions.
• Evaluate individual and crew proficiency using USMC training standards and performance evaluation checklists.
• Develop and update training materials, exams, qualification boards, grading sheets, and supplemental instructional content.
• Assist with training management, training plans, and operational readiness assessments.
• Support maintenance and sustainment cycles for craft, equipment, and flotation devices.
• Participate in training exercises, planning conferences, and working groups.
• Provide monthly updates and annual training plans to Battalion leadership.
• Maintain professional instructional standards and ensure safe training operations at all times.

You might be the professional we're looking for if you have:

• Authorization to permanently work in the United States of America, without sponsorship.
• Fluent in English
• Active state driver's license
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
• Ability to obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to pass federal background screening and high-risk training medical evaluations
• Minimum of 8 years documented tactical small boat experience in maritime environments
• Prior military or federal government small boat operator qualifications required
• Preferred backgrounds include U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Army, or federal maritime agencies
• Experience with vessels ranging from 24'–36' in length
• Knowledge of:
  • Maritime navigation
  • Tactical boat operations
  • Military planning and decision-making processes (BAMCIS)
  • Patrol coordination
  • Mission planning and debriefing
• Ability to understand technical drawings and schematics
• Must possess at least one formal instructor qualification or…