Position Summary

MAG Aerospace is seeking a Joint Terminal Attack Controller Instructor/Evaluator (JTAC I/E) in support of the JTAC Pipeline (JPL) and JTAC Instructor course (JIC) at White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM.

1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) (1SFC) JTAC Mission Qualification Training Pipeline (MQT) JPL standardizes training across the SF regiment while increasing the baseline knowledge and capability to the SFOD-A. As well as completing MQT requirements prior to the return to respective Groups. This will allow each MQT JTAC to accomplish the minimum requirements prior to an Initial SOF JTAC Evaluation.

JTAC Instructor Course (JIC) is a way to standardize SOF JTAC-I training throughout 1SFC and provide instructor candidates with a larger scope of information than simply minimum time as a SOF JTAC. The syllabus covers concepts in instructing, standardized CAS Cadence, scenario development, product development, simulator training techniques, classroom instructor techniques, mission preparation, execution and debriefings. The course closes out with a live-fly CASEX using contract air support assets.

Primary task: Support eight (8) JPL courses consisting of 2 x weeks at 8 courses per year. This allows the instruction of 12 students to receive all the controls outlined in USSOCOM 350-5 and return home station evaluation ready.

Secondary task: Support four (4) JTAC Instructor Courses (JIC) consisting of 2 x weeks and 4 courses per year at WSMR.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Will perform JTAC/JTAC-I/JTAC-Evaluator control duties.
• Will maintain currency and proficiency in JTAC, JTAC Instructor, and JTAC Evaluator qualifications; in accordance with JTAC MOA, USSOCOM M350-5, USASOC Sup 1, 1SFC D350-1, Appendix M and SF Group guidance.
• Will provide instruction to JTAC trainees, JTACs, JTAC Instructors and JTAC Evaluators in accordance with JFS ESC, SOCOM, USASOC, 1SFC and SF Group guidance.
• Will develop, maintain, and update course materials; giving and grading exams; coordinating classroom space and logistical requirements; classroom and field instruction; and documenting every aspect of student performance.
• Will perform specified notional CAS, Rotary Wing, Artillery (ARTY), Naval Surface Fires Support (NSFS) and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Electronic Warfare (EW) requirements and duties with simulators in lieu of CCAS or military aircraft duties.
• Will assist with range scheduling and mission duties for range operations.
• Will provided/develop JTAC simulator scenarios and simulator operations as needed.
• When requested, shall attend Fire Support and JTAC conferences, symposiums, meetings and working groups to ensure program continuity.
• Will provide CAS/CCAS malfunction, accident, incident response and reporting.
• Required to maintain JPL/JIC course curriculum, academic folders, JTAC online folder management, after action reports and program plans.
• Navigate day or night, to and from the training are complying with local range procedures.
• Provide initial, recurring, requalification and spot objectivity evaluations as required.
• Maintain and update the JPL historic tracker monthly on the G34 Share point site.
• Shall participate in all virtual and DMO training and exercises as required.
• Possess advance knowledge of Joint, and Special Operations Forces operations, JTAC employment scenarios, JTAC tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

The required skills and knowledge include:

• Military academic instructor experience (Preferred).
• JTAC Instructor experience (Must be qualified w/in the last 3 years).
• JTAC Evaluator experience (Must be qualified w/in the last 3 years).
• Minimum of two years Active Duty, Guard or Reserve SOF JTAC experience.
• Maintain JTAC, JTAC-I, JTAC-E qualifications.
• Maintain proficiency in simulator operations with the ability to calibrate and operate all assigned simulator equipment and operation required scenarios.
• Must possess navigation/map and compass skills.
• Must possess a valid civilian Driver’s License.
• All other applicable duties assigned by site lead and supervisor.

Education & Skills

• High School Education or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel, Access, Word etc.
• Working knowledge of JTAC online currency/folder management tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to make a good company impression.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

US Security Clearance Required: Secret - must be able to obtain/maintain per contract requirements.

Schedule: Full-Time

Education

The minimum level of education required is:

• High school diploma

Other Qualifications

Outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include:

• Must be a US Citizen

Shift: Day Shift except for exercise events which will require various schedules

Travel: Up to 30%

Relocation: Eligible for relocation assistance based on geographical location to NM.

Location: White Sands Missile Range (WSMR), NM and Las Cruces, NM.

Start Date: 15 October 2023.

Salary: Starting at 100k and commensurate with experience.

Special Note

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Government or customer site-specific requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, except in circumstances where a candidate is legally entitled to an accommodation

Company Policy

MAG Aerospace (MAG) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. We encourage diverse candidates to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Click below for the “EEO is The Law” and “Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination” supplement posters.

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