Level I Tactical Network Transport Instructor

Company: Orchard
Location: Dahlgren
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Level I Tactical Network Transport Instructor Fort Gordon, GA Active Secret Clearance @Orchard is supporting a growing Federal contract with proven capabilities in cybersecurity. We are seeking a skilled Instructor with expertise in Tactical Networks to support a new training program based out of Fort Gordon, GA. This is a fantastic opportunity to provide meaningful training support to soldiers, while growing your career with a company that has solid relationships in the DOD. As the Tactical Network Transport Instructor you will: Provide training in Tactical Network Transport and associated equipment IAW approved Lesson Plans and Programs of Instruction (POIs). Courses include 25H10 Network Communication Systems Specialist 113-25H10; 25H10Y2 Network Communication Systems Specialist 113-25H10Y2; 25H30 Network Communications System Supervisor ALC 260-25H30-C45; 25H40 Network Communications System Manager SLC-C46; 255N Network Systems Technician 255N (WOBC) 4C-255N and 4C-255N RC; 25A Signal Basic Officer Leadership Course (SBOLC) 4-11-C20. Ensure classroom supplies and equipment available and operational per required skill level on first day of classroom instruction. Support direct delivery of classroom training, practical exercises, and integrated training exercises for Army-wide training requirements. Provide instructional support via facilitation, small group instruction, and instructional techniques supporting Army Learning Model (ALM) concepts per POI. Apply ALM techniques in classroom training. Remain technically qualified and up-to-date on classroom instruction methodologies and best practices IAW TRADOC REG 350-6 and Signal School Instructor Certification Program. Ensure classroom training conducted on time and IAW TRADOC Regulation 350-7 and Regulation 350-5. Maintain classroom presentation equipment as prescribed in TRADOC Pamphlet 350- 70- 4, Regulation 350-5, and/or Signal School Policy. Maintain established classroom security requirements and procedures; report all issues to Customer when identified. Maintain student attendance and graded performance records daily using Form 6548 and current Government academic record keeping system; perform clerical functions requiring verification and reporting of Student attendance, and verification and reporting of Student access to systems supporting Learning Management Systems (LMS). Administer automated, written, and hands-on testing in subjects taught, to include grading of exams, evaluation of results, recording of exam results, and conduct of After Action Reviews (AARs) with students. Conduct test item analysis on all exams given; identify trends for individual test question modification, adjustments to classroom training, and lesson material updates; maintain results of test item analysis on file for periodic review and QA assessment. Evaluate students and report academic concerns to Branch or Course Managers via email to facilitate assignment to remedial training or other unit contact requirements. Provide students with Customer-provided End of Annex/Module Survey Forms for evaluation of classes presented; ensure student critiques completed at conclusion of each block of instruction. Provide end-of-course-evaluation forms and End-of-Course Critique (EOCC) forms for student critique of training received, facilities, Resident School personnel, etc.; review and summarize results of EOCCs with responses to negative comments; provide EOCCs and contractor summary via email IAW monthly reporting requirements. Serve as Tactical Network Transport Subject Matter Experts to provide overviews or specific equipment briefings to official visitors. Identify routine technical problems and recommend corrective actions concerning training and training devices within 3 business days of problem discovery. Maintain classroom equipment, including assisting and processing maintenance actions as required; provide defective equipment and applicable forms to maintenance POC within 3 business days of discovery. Review class rosters and notify Government of any students that did not attend on first day of class; provide updated class rosters to incorporate recycled students within 2 business days. Comply with TRADOC Regulation 350-6, Regulation 350-5 (Initial Entry Training - IET), and TRADOC Regulation 350-10 (Non-IET) for administrative tracking of all students enrolled in Institutional Training Facility. Provide central POC to consolidate absentee data and provide information to Military liaison not later than 30 minutes after initial and after meal attendance is taken. Notify Military Oversight Personnel and Branch/Course Managers of IET students who fail to maintain minimum academic standards when warranted by classroom performance via email and applicable form within 3 working days of identifying failing student. Maintain current knowledge on applicable Army, TRADOC, Fort Gordon, and School Regulations, Pamphlets, Guidance, Best Practices, Requirements, and Standards. Provide quality instruction with an 80% course pass rate with each instructor earning a SATISFACTORY rating 80% of the time from EOCCs during Period of Performance. Qualifications: Active Secret clearance Graduated and have current (within last 5 years) TRADOC Army Basic Instructor Course (ABIC), Foundation Instructor Facilitator’s Course (FIFC), or Common Faculty Development Instructor Course (CFD-IC). Faculty Development Program-1 (FDP-1) (as required). Installation Staff Contractor Course (ISCTC) or equivalent (e.g., Cadre Training Course or Support Cadre Training Course). Must have 2 years’ experience as an instructor of adult learners in related DoD tactical communications, technical military training programs, vocational/technical training environment OR 3 years direct experience (between March 2021 and March 2026, may be non-consecutive) working in support of DoD tactical communications networks. Must hold a certification or certification-level training in a proprietary product, such as: CompTIA Network, Security, Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Routing and Switching, or VMware Certified Professional. Requires Associate’s Degree in a Technical or a Business discipline at minimum (may substitute 4 years’ instructional experience).

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