G-3 AIR/FIRES JTAC Instructor/Evaluator SME

TACFI CONSULTING LLC • Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC

31d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• 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).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees