Master Gunner Instructor TAFTWhy IDS?IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.LocationsArlington, VAShifts AvailablePlease note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.
Job Description
The TAFT Lead Instructor and Supervisor serves as the primary in-country point of contact, overseeing all aspects of the M1A2T training program. This role includes acting as liaison between the contractor, program management, instructors, and students, while delivering instruction on specific lessons and ensuring student proficiency in each module. Responsibilities include designing, developing, administering, and grading written and practical examinations, as well as ensuring course goals and objectives are met in accordance with the Performance Work Statement (PWS). The position also provides mentorship, counseling, and performance assessments for instructors and students throughout the program.
Key Duties
- Serves as primary in-country point of contact, lead instructor, and supervisor for TAFT.
- Acts as liaison between, the Contractor, PM, instructors, students, and all other personnel
- Responsible for the instruction of specific lesson of the M1A2T Program.
- Assures that students obtain proficiency in each module of instruction before they proceed to the next area of instruction.
- Responsible for the design, development, administration, and grading of all written and practical M1A2T examinations.
- Responsible for assuring that M1A2T course goals and objectives are met IAW the PWS
- Provides instructors and students with counsel, mentoring, and assessment of their academic performance as required.
Requirements
- 10 years of program management and supervisory experience in an operational armor unit that utilized and trained M240 and M1A2 Master Gunners.
- Knowledgeable at the NCO-level on Master Gunnery Training, management, maintenance, and the employment of the M240 and M1A2.
Compensation
- Competitive Hourly Pay
- Benefits
Questions?
Please reach out to [email protected] for additional questions or information.
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What We Do
Hybrid conflict. Non-state actors. Digital hacktivists. Tribal politics. Advanced technology. Ancient beliefs. Rapid adaptation. Strategic uncertainty. Declining resources. Rising extremism.
Today’s national security challenges are complex and multidimensional, requiring adaptive, interagency responses.
For more than a decade, IDS International has delivered innovative training, research and operational civil-military services to help address these 21st century challenges. We are seasoned soldiers, aid workers, diplomats, intelligence professionals, cyber warriors, technical experts, political advisors, and more with a common understanding of how to train for and operate in conflict zones and transitional areas.
Our team of interagency experts and field practitioners operate and train together daily, building on our global multidisciplinary understanding of challenges, best practices and new approaches. This wide range of perspectives permits us to serve as a liaison between civil society, military, government and technology to enhance coordination and effectively solve complex security and political problems.
