Tactical Systems Operator (TSO) Instructor

Ready to elevate your career with one of the nations premier defense innovators At Leidos youll join an elite team where your expertise is amplified through worldclass training missiondriven collaboration and exposure to cuttingedge technical operations. If youre looking to accelerate your professional trajectory while directly supporting national security this is your moment.

The Leidos Defense Sector is seeking Tactical Systems Operator (TSO) Mode Instructors to join our highimpact program at Cannon AFB New Mexico. This role supports a major Military Intelligence initiative aligned with the USAF Air Combat Commands (ACC) ISR mission. A current TS/SCI clearance is required.

What Youll Do

As a TSO Mode Instructor you will play a critical role in shaping the next generation of 361 ISRG operators. You will:

• Train and certify personnel across Mode 1 2 and 3 operations in accordance with OTT T&C and NGWITOS standards with opportunities to expand into future Modes as they are introduced.
• Deliver highquality instruction through initial and recertification courses ensuring operators meet missionready standards.
• Develop and maintain CMCT curriculum and POIaligned training materials that reflect evolving mission requirements.
• Leverage and enhance the Tactical Systems Emulator (TSE) Aircrew Training Device contributing to scenario development that mirrors realworld operational environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with TSO subject matter experts to integrate current operational trends into ACCT training.
• Review and refine TSE scenarios to align with the approved Syllabus of Instruction.
• Provide ISR and SIGINT instruction as an NSAcertified instructor supporting Air Force systems and Cryptologic Operators.
• Monitor and implement certification updates to ensure training remains compliant and missionaligned.
• Serve as a liaison between ISRG leadership subordinate squadrons and Intelligence Community partners.
• Conduct certification training and evaluations including classroom instruction scenariobased exercises and testing.
• Develop and deliver advanced TTP training for emerging technologies and evolving SIGINT protocols.
• Assess new technologies and TTPs to support government decisions on future SIGINT training integration.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelors degree and 4-12 years of experience (additional experience may substitute for degree).
• Aircrew background with SIGINT system operation experience.
• Experience supporting highvalue target analysis databases.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Deep understanding of the TSO mission and Mode certification process..
• Ability to work independently and within a dynamic team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

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