Training Instructor (Electronics)

Air Education and Training Command • Lackland AFB, TX

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an authoritative technical expert in the highly specialized, technologically advanced, and rapidly changing fields of TEMPEST testing and program management. The role involves designing, planning, developing, and delivering original course content and training materials. This includes researching, developing, evaluating, and updating materials for advanced technical engineering subject areas of TEMPEST testing and program management. The instructor will develop and update lesson plans, closely monitor and evaluate student progress, and provide guidance and feedback. Additionally, the position requires monitoring and evaluating course effectiveness, arranging and moderating seminars/conferences, participating in National-level panel discussions, and accomplishing special projects.

Requirements

• Must complete initial online questionnaire and additional assessment(s).
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
• If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Required to work an uncommon tour of duty and frequently scheduled and unscheduled overtime.
• Work after normal business hours is expected and should be anticipated.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret security clearance.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program, Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Practical knowledge of a wide range of technical methods, principles, and practices of the highly specialized fields of TEMPEST testing and program management.
• Knowledge of the principles, concepts, and methodology gained through extended study or experience within the TEMPEST or related Technical Security fields, supplemented by expanded professional or administrative knowledge that has provided skill in applying this knowledge to develop and plan a variety of difficult and complex courses associated with advanced technical systems or subject-matter areas.
• Knowledge of standard analytical and evaluative techniques to analyze training requirements, plan for and develop training materials, evaluate training effectiveness, and solve problems relating to training issues.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced technical engineering subject matter of TEMPEST testing and program management, including theoretical applications and analysis techniques, directly applicable to assigned courses.
• Thorough knowledge of highly specialized TEMPEST testing procedures including proper operation, safety precautions and interpretation of Function, Signal, Impulse and Raster Generators, RF Transmitters, Receivers and Transducers, Spectrum Analyzers, True RMS Voltmeters, and Oscilloscopes.
• Knowledge of development and training techniques, e.g., providing examples, demonstration of equipment operation and/or processes, eliciting appropriate experience, hands-on drills, sequencing instruction, academic counseling, simulation, gaming, and tutorials.
• Knowledge of basic security, safety, and environmental requirements applicable to the duty section. For example, proper storage, handling, and safeguarding of classified information; reporting accidents and injuries; and complying with environmental requirements.
• Skilled in research and interpretation of technical data within National directives, policies and guidance regarding Physical, Information, Communication and Technical security, and development of training materials. For example, interpreting schematics, illustrations, equipment operating manuals, and specialized TEMPEST testing publication charts and graphs.
• Ability to evaluate course content and effectiveness, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, plan and organize work, and recognize and address student learning problems.
• Ability to work harmoniously with all levels of personnel inside and outside the Department of Defense. For example, the employee must interrelate with military and civilian personnel on and off the installation and deal with a diverse student population, other training instructors and non-U.S. personnel.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, develop and deliver original course content and training materials.
• Research, develop, evaluate, revise, and update materials as an authoritative TEMPEST technical expert for complete courses in advanced technical engineering subject areas of TEMPEST testing and program management.
• Develop and update lesson plans for advanced technical engineering level TEMPEST testing and program management courses.
• Closely monitor and evaluate student progress in TEMPEST testing and program management courses, providing individual guidance and feedback to students on their progress and performance as necessary.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of TEMPEST testing and program management courses.
• Arrange and moderate seminars/conferences.
• Participate in National-level panel discussions.
• Accomplish special projects.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level