**Description** **C-IED Instructor / Operator -Kuwait** V2X GTS has a requirement for a Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Instructor/Operator, with experience in Unified Land Operations, Mobility, Counter-Mobility and C-IED instruction. The instructor will assist in lesson plan development, and the implementation of the C-IED instructional programs and Training Support Packages (TSPs). Duties also include ensuring units train safely on the C-IED Dismounted Recognition Lane IAW ASG-KU Policy and Procedures. Due to the US government required security clearance and travel requirements, the successful candidate must be a United States citizen, with proof of citizenship and a current U.S. passport. **Job Description:** The C-IED Instructor/Operator will work directly under the supervision of the ATROMS Live Training Lead, Camp Buehring, Kuwait. Primary duties include instructing CREW/Fratricide Avoidance, C-IED & C-UAS Awareness, C-IED Lane, Petting Zoo and HME Lab operations and maintenance. Additionally, keeps TSPs, lesson plans and Commercial training aids up to date, and ensures all training lanes remain fully functional. **Required Hours:** Standard work week will be six (6) days per week for up to eight (8) hours per day while at OCONUS work site(s), and a standard 40-hour work week while at CONUS work sites. **Responsibilities:** + Responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the priority in the workplace. + Comply with all Environmental Health & Safety and Quality Assurance requirements and goals. Provide information and materials to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation. Participate in and enforce all mandatory training requirements; implements provision for Government-wide programs such as Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, personnel, and information security requirements. + Plan, prepare and implement C-IED training for unit trainers and OSS, OTH and transitional unit personnel. + Ensure all C-IED training is focused on defeating IED effects, and attacking the IED network to increase unit survivability, refine SOPs and improve Tactics, Techniques and Procedures (TTPs). + Provide C-IED SME support to training units when requested. + Maintain and record all training courses and participants. + Advise the ARTC Integrator on C-IED and Blended training integration and support. + Maintain currency on all aspects of C-IED trends, policies, and procedures. + Other duties as assigned in support of the in-country Program Management Team (PMT). **Additional** **Responsibilities, when no C-IED training is Scheduled:** + Monitor range-land conditions and utilization. + Monitor/Report range use in accordance with the published Bulletin. + Investigate unauthorized use and inspect/report on existing range improvement projects. + Work outdoors in rugged terrain. + Work alone, or with other people, during early morning hours and throughout the day. + Develop all reports as directed in support of the PMT. + Coordinate directly with training units and other authorized organizations for all range facilities and training areas. + Responsible for ensuring the enforcement Safety standards on all ranges and or training areas in accordance with DA PAM 385-63. + Assist the Firing Desk Technicians in the notification process and closing of all live-fire ranges during MEDEVACs. + Monitor all range communications and ensures status changes within the ArcView (GIS) system. **Required Qualifications:** + 4 years’ experience in Unified Land Operations, Mobility and C-IED capabilities, and maneuver, Infantry and Engineer training. + Extensive instructional and training background. + Subject Matter Expertise on U.S. Military weapon systems, Infantry operations, maneuver and operations. + Instructional experience at Military Center of Excellence (COE) or Battalion level. + Knowledge of all weapons systems in an Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT). + Possess knowledge and technical expertise in the use of all Microsoft Office products, Microsoft Internet Explorer, and Adobe Acrobat products. + Demonstrated skills in the principles and techniques of military instruction. + Able to work closely with other team members, Customers, and End Users. + Excellent time-management skills. + Strong written and verbal communication skills. + Must currently possess at a minimum an interim Secret security clearance and be able to obtain/maintain an active/valid US Secret security clearance. + Ability to multi-task, and interface on a regular basis with military leaders, managers and trainers. + Self-starter with good organizational skills who can work both independently and as a member of an integrated team; excellent problem-solving skills. **Other Requirements:** + Must be willing to live and work in an austere desert environment. + Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC). + Must have a valid driver’s license, able to obtain a US Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and Kuwait Driver’s License. + Must possess a US Passport with at least 2 years of remaining eligibility. **Desired Qualifications:** + Previous experience working on a US government contract in Southwest Asia. + NCO Advanced Course graduate or equivalent schooling. + Sergeant First Class or above. + Knowledge of military training methodologies. + Anticipate requirements, and suggest, implement, and follow up on solutions. + Knowledge of military protocols and procedures. **Required Education:** + Bachelor's degree in Training, Management, Business or a related field from an accredited institution and four (4) years’ work experience. Eight (8) years of additional equivalent work experience (12 total years) may be accepted in lieu of BA/BS education requirement. **Contractor personnel shall comply with all theater command policies, regulations, and General Orders. All tours are unaccompanied.** **Must have an ACTIVE/CURRENT U.S. SECRET Security Clearance** Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.