JTAC Evaluator (JTAC - E)

LMR Technical Group

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The JTAC Evaluator (JTAC-E) serves as a senior operational authority responsible for the evaluation, standardization, and oversight of JTAC training and certification programs in support of AFSOC and associated Special Operations Forces units. This is not a traditional instructor role. The JTAC-E operates at the standards and validation level, ensuring that all JTAC personnel meet mission qualification requirements and that training programs align with USSOCOM, AFSOC, and unit-level directives. The position supports the Government by executing initial, recurring, spot, and no-notice evaluations, advising JTAC Program Managers, conducting records reviews and Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs), and ensuring that training outputs produce Combat Mission Ready (CMR) JTACs. The JTAC-E also contributes to program-level oversight, simulator integration, and training system improvements. This role directly supports AFSOC’s requirement to maintain a fully mission-capable JTAC force through disciplined evaluation, compliance, and operational feedback loops.

Requirements

Must possess current or recent JTAC Evaluator (JTAC-E) qualification. Prior or current JTAC-I qualification (with JTAC-E upgrade).
Must meet Appendix 1 role-specific qualification requirements for JTAC Evaluator (JTAC-E).
Extensive operational experience in Close Air Support (CAS) and JTAC execution and training.
Demonstrated experience conducting evaluations and certifications in a military training environment.
Deep working knowledge of USSOCOM M350-5, AFSOCI 13-50, and JTAC training and evaluation pipelines.
Ability to interpret and enforce training standards and evaluation criteria.
Ability to obtain and maintain required DD-254 security clearances.
Working knowledge of U.S. military command and control structures.
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate military vehicles.
Demonstrated land navigation capability (UTM/lat-long).
Must pass an initial required drug screening and comply with random drug testing requirements.
Must pass an initial required drug screening and comply with random drug testing requirements.
This position requires the successful completion of a pre-employment medical physical and/or health screening to ensure the candidate is able to safely perform the essential duties of the role. Continued employment may be contingent upon maintaining the physical and medical standards necessary for job performance, in accordance with applicable laws and organizational policies.
Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
Fluent in English (written and verbal).
Current (or ability to obtain and maintain) Secret security clearance (T3 background investigation).
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance and work in this position.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Prior or current JTAC-I qualification (with JTAC-E upgrade).
Special Operations or AFSOC environments (strongly preferred).
Current, active Secret or Top-Secret security clearance.
Prior experience supporting AFSOC, Special Tactics Squadrons (STS), or TACP units.
Experience conducting Staff Assistance Visits (SAVs) or program inspections.
Experience with SRMS (SOF JTAC Records Management System).
Experience integrating simulator (JTC-TRS, HAVIC, DT-100) into evaluation processes.
Prior experience advising senior military leadership.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial, recurring, spot, and no-notice JTAC evaluations in accordance with: USSOCOM M350-5, AFSOCI 13-50, JFS ESC MOA guidance.
Validate JTAC, JTAC-I, and upgrade candidates for mission qualification.
Provide formal written and verbal evaluation results to unit leadership.
Ensure all evaluations meet regulatory and unit-level requirements.
Assist AFSOC JTAC Program leadership with oversight of JTAC training programs and standardization of evaluation practices.
Conduct records reviews and program audits (SAVs) across supported units.
Evaluate unit JTAC instruction and evaluation procedures for compliance and effectiveness.
Provide recommendations for improvements to JTAC training, CAS procedures, and program execution.
Perform JTAC, JTAC-Instructor, and mission support duties as required.
Support live, simulator, and LVC training environments.
Integrate evaluation standards into training execution across IQT, MQT, CT, and RQ pipelines.
Provide subject matter expertise on CAS operations and JTAC employment.
Advise AFSOC leadership, SOCOM stakeholders, and subordinate units on JTAC readiness and performance trends, training gaps and risk areas, and CAS operational effectiveness.
Participate in JTAC working groups, SIMCERT and training system integration efforts, and conferences and program-level meetings.
Support development of Monthly Status Reports, Program Management Reviews (PMRs), and Evaluation documentation and trend analysis.
Ensure compliance with Safety reporting requirements, Incident/mishap documentation standards, and OPSEC and security requirements.
Other related duties as assigned.