Tactical Systems Operator (TSO) Instructor

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Tactical Systems Operator (TSO) Instructor – Airborne & Ground Training

Location: Hurlburt Field, FL Security Clearance: TS/SCI (Required on Day 1)

Leidos is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tactical Systems Operator (TSO) Instructor to join our team at Hurlburt Field, FL. This role is vital in training the next generation of TSO students by delivering expert instruction in ground, simulator, and airborne training environments, ensuring mission readiness in accordance with AFSOC's Tactical Systems Operator Qualification Course Syllabus.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, refine, and enhance TSO simulator scenarios to align with established training objectives.
• Design and prepare comprehensive course curriculum for student instruction.
• Plan, schedule, and conduct high-impact training sessions in classroom, simulator, and airborne environments.
• Monitor and implement updates to certification requirements, ensuring compliance with evolving standards.
• Serve as a liaison between ISRG, subordinate squadrons, and key intelligence community (IC) elements.
• Provide expert instruction on TSO equipment before, during, and after airborne and simulator training, maintaining detailed documentation per local policies.
• Support TSO FTU training and ISRG training office functions as required.
• Execute administrative tasks related to TSO training with precision and efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of relevant experience in tactical operations and instruction.
• Bachelor's degree preferred (additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• Active TS/SCI clearance (must be current on Day 1).
• Previous qualification and experience as an airborne Tactical Systems Operator, including TSO flight instructor expertise.
• Comprehensive understanding of TSO mission objectives and Special Operations protocols.
• Ability to operate independently while contributing to a high-performance, dynamic team environment.
• Proven experience in curriculum development and training program design.
• Capability to maintain flight requirements, including: Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration Second-Class Medical Certificate and Physiological training compliance
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, ensuring clear and effective instruction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and instructional documentation.

If you're ready to take your career to new heights and be part of an elite team that shapes the future of special operations, Leidos wants you on board. Apply now to embark on an exhilarating journey as a Tactical Systems Operator Instructor!

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Original Posting: October 20, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $65,650.00 - $118,675.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.