Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Instructor/Simulator Operator
CACI is seeking a qualified Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Instructor and Simulator Operator to provide comprehensive academic and practical instruction on all facets of Fire Support. This includes Terminal Attack Control, Naval Surface Fires, Artillery/Mortar Call for Fire, AC-130 Gunship operations, and Rotary Wing Attack Aviation. The individual will instruct, educate, and coach Special Operations Forces (SOF) Soldiers and Leaders in classroom, simulator, and field training environments.
Responsibilities:
- Deliver Terminal Attack Control academic instruction.
- Provide academic and practical training for all aspects of Fire Support, encompassing TAC, Naval Gunfire, Call for Fire, AC-130 operations, 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 elements of the JTAC Trainer, including the creation of realistic and challenging simulator training scenarios.
- Attend simulator and operational conferences to remain current on software and hardware applications.
- Research and integrate new operational tactics, techniques, and procedures into unit training.
- Work at customer facilities, operating in both conventional and austere locations.
- Travel to support the needs of the supported operating command as required.
- Conduct instruction, training, and education in field environments, including seasonal and adverse weather conditions.
- Provide instruction, training, and education in field environments, requiring movement/transportation via watercraft, aircraft, and/or ground vehicular means.
- 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.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Secret clearance required to start.
- Prior qualification 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.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited College or University.
- Prior experience as a JTAC-I and/or JTAC-E.
- Prior Instructor experience at USAF, USN, USMC JTAC/TACP schools.
- Prior Instructor experience at Special Operations Terminal Attack Controller Course (SOTACC).
- Prior experience as Forward Air Controller Airborne FAC(A).
- TS-SCI Clearance.
This full-time position may require up to 10% travel within the Continental US.
The salary range for this position is $50,400 - $105,800.
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.