G-3 Air/Fires Jtac-I/E Sme

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The G-3 Air/Fires Joint Terminal Attack Controller – Instructor/Evaluator (JTAC-I/E) Subject Matter Expert (SME) / Task Lead provides senior-level instructional, evaluation, and operational support to Marine Forces Special Operations Command (MARFORSOC) in support of the command’s JTAC program and Air/Fires mission set.

In addition to serving as a JTAC-I/E SME, this role performs Task Lead duties as an additional responsibility, acting as the on-site single point of contact for contract execution. The individual balances operational fires training, instructor/evaluator responsibilities, and day-to-day coordination with government leadership to ensure mission success, personnel readiness, and contract compliance.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

JTAC-I/E SME Responsibilities

• Provide JTAC instruction, training, and evaluation support to MARFORSOC personnel in accordance with applicable JTAC guidance and command directives.


• Support JTAC and JTAC-I/E simulator training, range operations, and mission rehearsal events.


• Provide instruction to JTACs under instruction during Mission Qualification Training (MQT), Unit Level Training (ULT), and other directed training events.


• Conduct JTAC evaluations (when qualified) of MARFORSOC and other service personnel as directed by JTAC Program leadership.


• Serve as the command’s primary integrator for kinetic strike training, coordinating with contract instructors, simulation support organizations, and training participants.


• Perform required training to attain and maintain Range Safety Officer (RSO) qualifications and execute RSO duties during training events.


• Assist with range and asset scheduling in coordination with JTAC Program leadership.


• Support JTAC program management, including qualification tracking, administrative requirements, and readiness reporting.


• Provide immediate response and substantiating documentation for any CAS malfunction, accident, or safety incident involving contractor personnel.

Task Lead Responsibilities (Additional Duty)

• Serve as the on-site Task Lead and single point of contact with the Government Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and designated technical representatives.


• Manage day-to-day operations and administration of the task order, ensuring requirements are met within allocated resources.


• Coordinate and supervise contract personnel supporting geographically dispersed locations.


• Balance cost, schedule, and technical performance while maintaining mission effectiveness.


• Communicate regularly with government stakeholders to identify issues, resolve concerns, and ensure customer satisfaction.


• Provide accurate inputs for required monthly and quarterly contract reporting.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Held or exceeded a JTAC-I qualification as a uniformed service member in accordance with service JTAC guidance.


• JTAC-I/E qualification must have occurred within the last 48 months.


• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a SOF JTAC.


• Prior exercise or contingency deployment experience supporting kinetic strike or strike cell operations within USSOCOM or other joint commands.


• Demonstrated ability to instruct, mentor, and evaluate JTACs in classroom, simulator, and field environments.


• Proven experience coordinating fires training and integrating multiple stakeholders.


• Ability to manage personnel and tasks in a high-tempo operational environment.


• Served a minimum of one (1) year at military grade E-7 or higher, or equivalent leadership experience.

SECURITY CLEARANCE:

• Active SECRET clearance required on Day 1 of contract execution.


• Ability to obtain TS/SCI within 12 months of contract start.


• Ability to obtain and maintain a CAC and comply with all DoD security and OPSEC requirements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior experience serving in a JTAC program management or senior fires leadership role.


• Experience coordinating joint or coalition fires training and exercises.


• Previous Task Lead, team lead, or equivalent supervisory experience on a DoD contract.


• Familiarity with MARFORSOC JTAC qualification tracking and reporting processes.

BENEFITS SUMMARY:

All new TACFI team members start accruing PTO at a rate of 20 days, 6% 401k match with immediate vesting, and eligibility to receive annual profit-sharing. We offer other employee-focused benefits, including up to $5k in tuition reimbursement annually, life insurance, disability coverage, vision/dental coverage, and a BCBS health insurance plan with Health Savings Account (HSA).

ABOUT TACFI:

Tacticians For Innovation (TACFI) Consulting is a minority and service-disabled veteran-owned small business headquartered in Beavercreek, Ohio. To learn more, visit us at TACFI.US.

EXPERIENCE TO BUILD SUCCESSFUL TEAMS: 

At TACFI, we provide subject matter experts in Military operations, Special Operations Forces (SOF), Law Enforcement, and First responders to city, state, and federal government agencies. Our services include consulting, coaching, training, and business support services. Because TACFI provides services, as opposed to a product, our advantages are driven by the strength of our SMEs.

EXPERTISE AT THE SPEED OF OPERATIONS: 

At TACFI, we value people and strive to build lasting and repeatable effects that make individuals and the collective team succeed. Our extensive knowledge of current tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP), along with our proven experience in developing and executing Joint Special Operations Forces simulation/synthetic training environments, sets us apart from the competition.

OUR PRODUCTS ARE OUR PEOPLE:

Our experts are our product that drives our passion to help build, manage, and lead cross-functional teams to mission success, thrive in high-stress situations, and increase technical and tactical proficiency. Regardless of the industry, our specially selected team is highly adaptable and flexible to meet organizational challenges and goals anytime, anywhere.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Equal Employment Opportunity: TACFI Consulting is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  

No Guarantee of Employment: Completing an application does not guarantee employment. Employment relationships are presumed to be “at-will.” An at-will employment relationship is one that may be terminated by the employer or employee at any time, without cause or notice.

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