Joint Fires Observer (JFO) Instructor - Mobile Course

Job Description

Job Description

Joint Fires Observer (JFO) Instructor – Mobile Training Team (MTT)

Location: Fort Sill, Oklahoma / CONUS & OCONUS Training Locations
Employment: Contingent Upon Contract Award
Travel: 50% Required – CONUS/OCONUS

Position Overview

TACFI Consulting, LLC is seeking experienced Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) and Forward Air Controllers (Airborne) [FAC(A)s] to support Mobile Training Team (MTT) Joint Fires Observer (JFO) instruction for the U.S. Army Fires Center of Excellence (FCoE), 428th Field Artillery Brigade.

Instructors will travel to Government-designated locations throughout CONUS and OCONUS to deliver classroom, practical, and simulation-based joint fires training to U.S. military and coalition personnel.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to designated military installations to deliver JFO instruction.
• Teach CAS, observed fires, joint fires integration, targeting, and applicable TTPs.
• Deliver instruction per the Government-approved JFO Program of Instruction (POI).
• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and recover CFFT, DVTE, and other approved simulation systems.
• Develop and execute realistic simulation training scenarios.
• Administer examinations, evaluate students, and provide feedback.
• Prepare training materials and maintain instructional equipment.
• Review and update lesson plans, courseware, and training materials.
• Coordinate training schedules, logistics, and reporting with Government personnel.
• Maintain instructor certifications and comply with TRADOC standards.

Required Qualifications

• Previously qualified JTAC or FAC(A).
• Must meet one of the following:
  • 3+ years of verifiable JTAC experience; OR
  • 3+ years of verifiable FAC(A) experience; OR
  • 8 years of continuous active military service with 2+ years of operational JTAC/FAC(A) experience.
• Experience must meet applicable operational-duty requirements; Guard/Reserve drill time is counted based on actual qualifying duty.
• Provide official qualification documentation (AF Form 8, AF Form 3827, Terminal Attack Control Evaluation, Official Flight Record, or applicable Service equivalent).
• 6+ months of CFFT or DVTE simulator experience, including operation, troubleshooting, and scenario management.
• Complete the JFO course audit and required instructor development training (or accepted equivalent).
• Obtain and maintain 428th Field Artillery Brigade instructor certification.
• Willing and able to travel CONUS/OCONUS, including obtaining a passport when required.
• Meet installation access/CAC requirements and complete mandatory Government training.

No waivers for mandatory instructor qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous JFO or Mobile Training Team instructor experience.
• CFD-IC certification or recognized equivalent.
• Experience with deployable joint fires simulation systems.
• Familiarity with TRADOC standards and JCAS procedures.
• Experience instructing joint or coalition military personnel.

Work Schedule & Travel

Full-time position supporting resident preparation and MTT assignments. Standard hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with schedules varying by training mission.

CONUS/OCONUS travel is required , including potential overnight assignments, extended trips, and occasional weekend training.

Benefits

• 20 days annual PTO accrual.
• 6% 401(k) match with immediate vesting.
• Annual profit-sharing eligibility.
• Up to $5,000 annual tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA options, life insurance, and disability coverage.

About TACFI

TACFI Consulting, LLC is a minority-owned, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Beavercreek, Ohio. We provide specialized military operations, SOF, training, and program support expertise to Government customers.

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TACFI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is contingent upon contract award, Government approval, qualification verification, and applicable access and certification requirements.