SMT JTAC Program Manager - PT

MAG Aerospace is seeking a Joint Terminal Attack Controller Instructor/Evaluator (JTAC I/E) in support of the JTAC Instructor course (JIC) facility located at the Moore County Airport, NC.

1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) (1SFC), JTAC Instructor Course (JIC) is a way to standardize SOF JTAC-I training throughout 1SFC and provide instructor candidates with a larger scope of information than simply minimum time as a SOF JTAC. The syllabus covers concepts in instructing, standardized CAS Cadence, scenario development, product development, simulator training techniques, classroom instructor techniques, mission preparation, execution and debriefings. The course closes out with a live-fly CASEX using contract air support assets.

Primary task: Support four (4) JTAC Instructor Courses (JIC) consisting of 2 x weeks and 4 courses per year at Moore County, NC.

Secondary task: Remain flexible to cover down on any training opportunities that require JTAC-I or JTAC-E duties.

Duties include, but not limited to:

• Will perform JTAC/JTAC-I/JTAC-Evaluator control duties.
• Must successfully pass a SPOT JTAC and JTAC-I evaluation within two months of hire.
• Will maintain currency and proficiency in JTAC, JTAC Instructor, and JTAC Evaluator qualifications; in accordance with JTAC MOU, USSOCOM M350-5, USASOC Sup 1, 1SFC D350-1, Appendix M and SF Group guidance.
• Will provide instruction to JTAC trainees, JTACs, JTAC Instructors and JTAC Evaluators in accordance with JFS ESC, SOCOM, USASOC, 1SFC and SF Group guidance.
• Will develop, maintain, and update course materials; giving and grading exams; coordinating classroom space and logistical requirements; classroom and field instruction; and documenting every aspect of student performance.
• Will perform specified notional CAS, Rotary Wing, Artillery (ARTY), Naval Surface Fires Support (NSFS) and Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Electronic Warfare (EW) requirements and duties with simulators in lieu of CCAS or military aircraft duties.
• Will assist with range scheduling and mission duties for range operations.
• Will provided/develop JTAC simulator scenarios and simulator operations as needed.
• When requested, shall attend Fire Support and JTAC conferences, symposiums, meetings and working groups to ensure program continuity.
• Will provide CAS/CCAS malfunction, accident, incident response and reporting.
• Will attend annual professional development training as directed by the JTAC program supervisor.
• Assist with maintaining JIC course curriculum, academic folders, JTAC online folder management, after action reports and program plans.
• Navigate day or night, to and from the training are complying with local range procedures.
• Provide initial, recurring, requalification and spot objectivity evaluations as required.
• Shall participate in all virtual and DMO training and exercises as required.
• Possess advance knowledge of Joint, and Special Operations Forces operations, JTAC employment scenarios, JTAC tactics, techniques, and procedures.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge and Skills

The required skills and knowledge include:

• Military academic instructor experience (Preferred).
• JTAC Instructor experience.
• JTAC Evaluator experience.
• Minimum of two years Active Duty, Guard or Reserve SOF JTAC experience.
• Maintain JTAC, JTAC-I, JTAC-E qualifications.
• Maintain proficiency in simulator operations with the ability to calibrate and operate all assigned simulator equipment and operation required scenarios.
• Must possess navigation/map and compass skills.
• Must possess a valid civilian Driver’s License.
• All other applicable duties assigned by site lead and supervisor.

Education & Skills

• High School Education or GED equivalent.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office:  Outlook, Excel, Access, Word etc.
• Working knowledge of JTAC online currency/folder management tools.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to make a good company impression.
• Strong written, verbal and presentation communication skills.

US Security Clearance Required: Secret - must be able to obtain/maintain per contract requirements.

Schedule:  Part-Time

Education

The minimum level of education required is:

• High school diploma

Other Qualifications

Outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include:

• Must be a US Citizen

Shift: Day Shift except for exercise events which will require various schedules

Travel:  Up to 30%

Location: Moore County Airport, NC and Fort Bragg, NC.

Start Date: 03 November 2025.

Salary: Part time position making $70.00 per hour.

The position is contingent upon candidate’s ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.

Government or customer site-specific requirements may include, but are not limited to, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination status, except in circumstances where a candidate is legally entitled to an accommodation.