Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Instructor/Simulator Operator
Job Category: Training
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%
Type of Travel: Continental US
What You’ll Get to Do
As a CACI-Wexford Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Instructor and Simulator Operator, you will provide academic and practical instruction for all aspects of Fire Support including Terminal Attack Control, Naval Surface Fires, Artillery/Mortar Call for Fire, AC-130 Gunship, and Rotary Wing Attack Aviation. You will instruct, educate, and coach SOF Soldiers and Leaders at the point of need, in classroom, simulator, and field environments. You will operate Fire Support/Terminal Attack Control simulators and provide instruction for Close Air Support (CAS). Additionally, you will plan, develop, schedule, and synchronize all aspects of the JTAC Trainer/simulator, as well as develop realistic and challenging simulator training scenarios to meet the supported commands operational outcomes and objectives. You will advise and assist in the development training and mission rehearsal tasks with the intent to provide a common framework to 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.
More About the Role
Other duties and responsibilities include:
+ Provide Terminal Attack Control academic instruction in accordance
+ 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.
+ 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.
+ 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.
You’ll Bring These Qualifications
+ Current Secret Security Clearance with Top Secret/SCI eligibility.
+ Previously qualified as a JTAC-I or certified and qualified JTAC (IAW the JTAC MOA or NATO ATP 3.3.2.2 JTAC Program.) while serving as a member of the Armed Forces.
+ Maintain qualification and currency as required in accordance with provisions set forth in the JTAC MOA.
+ Thorough understanding of principles, concepts, practices, and standards for JTAC training simulators.
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
These Qualifications Would Be Nice to Have
+ Bachelor’s Degree from accredited College or University.
+ Prior experience as JTAC-I and/or JTAC-E.
+ Prior Instructor at USAF, USN, USMC JTAC/TACP schools.
+ Prior Instruct at Special Operations Terminal Attack Controller Course (SOTACC).
+ Prior experience as Forward Air Controller Airborne FAC(A).
What We Can Offer You:
+ CACI-Wexford manages the Special Operations and Asymmetric Solutions Operating Group within CACI’s Operations Support and Services Sector. As the premier provider of Special Operations capabilities; Tactical Advisory and Embedded Support; Intelligence Applications to Law Enforcement; Security cooperation and OCONUS Training Support Delivery for the company, CACI-Wexford has a reputation for uncompromising standards of quality in its people and its performance. Joining the CACI-Wexford team is a mark of excellence for those employees who complete our rigorous Mission-Focused Staffing process.
+ CACI-Wexford’s mission places its personnel against the government’s most critical emerging challenges. Work with us, and you’ll be working with a team making a difference across the globe.
+ CACI-Wexford offers competitive benefits as well as numerous learning and development opportunities.
+ As the Prime Contractor for this effort, CACI-Wexford offers unmatched stability and growth potential within the program.
Company Overview: At CACI, you will have the opportunity to make an immediate impact by providing information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for Intelligence, Defense, and Federal Civilian customers. CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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