Land Warfare Instructor

About the Role

The Land Warfare Instructor will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Naval Special Warfare (NSW), focusing on individual and crew-served weapons systems manipulation, functionality, and use. Instruction will cover foot-patrol organization, mission planning, actions on contact, beach crossings, and actions at the objective, adhering to NTTP 3-05.2 SEAL Land Warfare. The instructor will operate the Portable Infantry Target System (PITS), act as an NSW Range Safety Officer (RSO), or assist with RSO duties during live-fire training.

Responsibilities

• Instruct NSW Land Warfare curriculum, including:
  • Patrol Organization
  • Mission Planning
  • Patrol Movement
  • Enemy Contact
  • Danger Areas
  • Ambush
  • OTB Insertion and Extraction
  • Actions at the Objective
  • Equipment, Field Craft, Camouflage, Marksmanship, Waterproofing, Navigation, and Signals
• Perform maintenance and field repairs for the Deployable Instrumented Training System (DITS) equipment.
• Assist with logistical support during planning, classroom instruction, practical field training, final training exercises, and troop movements.
• Conduct risk assessments and assign risk levels based on factors like weather, distance from medical care, equipment, instructor-to-student ratio, and student proficiency.
• Make recommendations for training schedules, curriculum, training sites, range scheduling, student rosters, and equipment needs.
• Set up and coordinate equipment in practical field environments (e.g., targeting systems, marine reconnaissance vehicles, sandbags).
• Accommodate ad-hoc and extended work schedules to meet training requirements.
• Understand and apply safety guidelines, publications, and mission-specific NSW training instructions.
• Maintain physical fitness to perform on-site practical instruction for up to 20 hours in extreme conditions (minus 5 to 120 degrees Fahrenheit), including running, swimming, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs.

General Instructor Responsibilities

• May be required to qualify and act as a Range Safety Officer (RSO), except for Vertical Assault, Combatives, and Air Operations instructors.
• Provide logistical support for field exercises, including coordinating with other instructors for subject matter expertise.
• Assist with risk assessments and training success determinations.
• Support training schedules, curriculum development, site and range scheduling, student roster reviews, and equipment shortage identification.
• Perform multiple disciplines under one curriculum or training as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years’ experience planning, coordinating, and instructing SOF operators in their assigned discipline.
• Experience and working knowledge of exercise coordination, scenario and script development, and execution.
• Working knowledge of NSW's Tactical Communication systems.
• Preferred: One year of experience in curriculum development and management.
• Preferred: Experience and qualification as a RSO.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, completing multiple tasks and meeting stringent timelines.
• Physical capability to perform on-site practical instruction in extreme conditions, including physical activities like running, swimming, climbing, and lifting up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• SME in NSW, particularly in individual and crew-served weapons systems.
• Proficiency in foot-patrol organization, mission planning, and related Land Warfare topics.
• Ability to operate PITS and assist with RSO duties during live-fire training.
• Preferred: Qualification as a RSO.

Clearance Level Required

Secret

Work Location

Naval Base Coronado, CA

About Lukos

Lukos has been delivering professional services to the Federal Government for 15 years, supporting agencies in areas such as national security, homeland security, international development, training, analytics, healthcare, and other professional services. We support all military services and multiple federal civilian agencies. Our name, derived from the ancient Greek word for "wolf," reflects our approach to national security, emphasizing cunning, aggression, patience, and teamwork. At Lukos, we take care of our pack by offering competitive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, and Federal holidays. Lukos is an equal opportunity employer.