Employer: Raytheon
Location: AfghanistanRequisition ID 100445BR
Job Description:
The Weapons Maintenance Trainer/Mentor will Train, Advise, Assist and Mentor (TAAM) the SOB and all subordinate organization counterparts. The Weapons Maintenance Trainer shall implement and operate programs, practices, and procedures for developing optimal utilization of maintenance personnel. Design and administer programs to train all levels of personnel on coordination of weapons maintenance. When necessary, develop tests and visual aids, coordinate class arrangements, conduct training classes, develop criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities, and develop train the trainer classes. Develop programs and practices to identify developmental needs including preparing personnel for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments. If required, may use technical experts to assist in training
The mentor has an expeditionary role and will perform Expeditionary Train, Advise and Assist (ETAA) missions.
• Monitor training and actively assists or provide direction as needed.
o Creating, maintaining and delivering to the Team Leader and Deputy Program Manager all required reports.
o Provide to the Team Leader and Deputy Program Manager all required data/information for monthly performance review and training reports.
Work Hours:
Standard will be 6 days/wk for up to 10 hrs/day while OCONUS and 40 hrs/wk while OCONUS
Responsibilities:
Trainer/Mentor will TAAM counterparts on duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
Repair, service, and cannibalization; weapons condition codes; weapon maintenance repair levels; weapons maintenance flow chart IAW ANA Weapon Maintenance Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Decree 4.9, 12
Direct and General Support level (Depot level) maintenance of the following specific (but not limited to) weapon systems: M4, M9, M240, M249, M203, M24 Sniper Systems, 60MM Mortars, 81MM Mortars, M1014 Shotgun, M2, MK19, AK-47 series, PKM, RPG series, 82 MM Mortars and additional weapons systems added to the Tashkil or issued to the SOB/SOK.
Armorer duties and differences between Garrison and Field Duty
File, publication, maintenance and supply management
Physical security and key control
Firearm operating characteristics
Cycle of Function
Weapons Cooling Systems
Operations System Design
Safety awareness concept
Safety rules
Weapon clearing procedures
Safe use of cleaning products
Safe use of power tools
Shop safety and maintenance discipline
Armorer tools and shop equipment
Proper handling, use, and care of tools
Inventory and shop management
Maintenance management system
ANA Weapon Maintenance SOP
Weapon repair process
Weapon condition codes
Control substitution on weapons
Use of various Ministry of Defense Forms IAW Afghan National Army Weapons Maintenance procedures
Establish and maintain PLL stocking list
Establish and maintain parts room
The importance of inventory PLL parts
Turn-in process of weapons and NVGs
Weapons schedule services process
Troubleshooting procedures IAW Technical Manuals
Unit - operator organizational maintenance; initial inspection, corrective action, and final inspections
Perform equipment PMCS on weapon systems, NVDs, and PEQ-2A
Perform unit level maintenance and repair on weapon systems
Perform basic issue items inventory; operator level PMCS on Night Vision Devices IAW ARMY TM 11-5855-262-10-2.
Support Level Maintenance: troubleshooting procedures, initial inspection, corrective action, final inspection, maintenance, and repair of weapons systems.
Responsible for regularly interacting with US military personnel
May be responsible for making on the scene decisions as to how to execute the curriculum
Will be responsible for assessing how well
the students have learned the coursework
Required Qualifications:
Former Armorer (E-7 or above) or service equivalent with four to eight years’ experience.
Small Arms repair experience with M2, M4, M10, M110, M240, M249, M203, M24 Sniper Systems, 60MM Mortars, 81MM Mortars, and M1014 Shotgun.
Previous combat experience required.
Competent with operating Personal Computer skills & Microsoft Office
Excellent Leadership, Organizational and Project Mgmt Skills
Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
Must possess a US Passport with at least 6 months of remaining eligibility
Must be able to obtain a Visa for Afghanistan
Physical & Mental Requirements:
This is an ARMED position. Must obtain and maintain eligibility to possess & operate a firearm in Afghanistan (AFG). As a business necessity, must successfully complete/maintain arming requirements including but not limited to: Psychological evaluation (initial evaluation & annual reevaluations); Completion of Civilian Arming Authorization Mgmt System (CAAMS) requirements/documentation & Arming Authorization Letter from US Forces AFG; Afghan weapons permit from the Afghan Ministry of the Interior
Wear required personal protective gear: body armor, helmet, etc. Independently lift/carry duffle bags with a max weight of 70 lbs/piece & move across uneven terrain
Work & live in AFG with potential assignment to any location in AFG based upon needs of the U.S. Gov’t
Meet medical requirements for position as determined by a pre-employment medical screening & published CRC and USCENTCOM medical deployment standards
Walk or stand on level and/or inclined surfaces up to 8 hours/day & sit for up to 3 hours/day; climb/descend stairs; grasp or handle objects; use finger dexterity; bend elbows/knees; reach above/below shoulders; read/interpret typewritten print; communicate by voice & detect sound by ear
Work, live & respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances in a potentially hostile environment - at remote locations, under austere conditions - with extreme aircraft noise, hostile fire, other acts of aggression and/or extreme weather conditions
Maintain emotional stability & behavioral composure, performing effectively during stressful situations
Comply with orders, laws, rules & regs
Reliably complete tasks & duties with min supervision
Appropriately modify behavior & demeanor to meet demands of a situation Mitigate risk to protect safety
Refrain from using alcohol/substances inappropriately
Aware of own limits; accept constructive feedback
Solve difficult/complex problems
Apply knowledge/reasoning & balances the risks/benefits when making decisions
Multi-task without negatively impacting performance
Maintain high standards of work
Communicate clearly
Engage as an active team member
Respectful of diversityDesired Qualifications:
Experience training and advising foreign military soldiers.
Min 12 months previous experience in Afghanistan.
Special Operations weapon smith preferred.Experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF).
Security Clearance Requirement:
Must have an active/current DoD SECRET security clearance
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree from accredited school & four (4) years of related experience, OR two (2) years related experience with Master's degree. Eight (8) years of additional equivalent work experience (12 total years) may be accepted in lieu of BA/BS education requirement.
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Location: AfghanistanRequisition ID 100445BR
Job Description:
The Weapons Maintenance Trainer/Mentor will Train, Advise, Assist and Mentor (TAAM) the SOB and all subordinate organization counterparts. The Weapons Maintenance Trainer shall implement and operate programs, practices, and procedures for developing optimal utilization of maintenance personnel. Design and administer programs to train all levels of personnel on coordination of weapons maintenance. When necessary, develop tests and visual aids, coordinate class arrangements, conduct training classes, develop criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities, and develop train the trainer classes. Develop programs and practices to identify developmental needs including preparing personnel for more responsible positions and increasing effectiveness in present assignments. If required, may use technical experts to assist in training
The mentor has an expeditionary role and will perform Expeditionary Train, Advise and Assist (ETAA) missions.
• Monitor training and actively assists or provide direction as needed.
o Creating, maintaining and delivering to the Team Leader and Deputy Program Manager all required reports.
o Provide to the Team Leader and Deputy Program Manager all required data/information for monthly performance review and training reports.
Work Hours:
Standard will be 6 days/wk for up to 10 hrs/day while OCONUS and 40 hrs/wk while OCONUS
Responsibilities:
Trainer/Mentor will TAAM counterparts on duties and responsibilities including, but not limited to, the following:
Repair, service, and cannibalization; weapons condition codes; weapon maintenance repair levels; weapons maintenance flow chart IAW ANA Weapon Maintenance Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and Decree 4.9, 12
Direct and General Support level (Depot level) maintenance of the following specific (but not limited to) weapon systems: M4, M9, M240, M249, M203, M24 Sniper Systems, 60MM Mortars, 81MM Mortars, M1014 Shotgun, M2, MK19, AK-47 series, PKM, RPG series, 82 MM Mortars and additional weapons systems added to the Tashkil or issued to the SOB/SOK.
Armorer duties and differences between Garrison and Field Duty
File, publication, maintenance and supply management
Physical security and key control
Firearm operating characteristics
Cycle of Function
Weapons Cooling Systems
Operations System Design
Safety awareness concept
Safety rules
Weapon clearing procedures
Safe use of cleaning products
Safe use of power tools
Shop safety and maintenance discipline
Armorer tools and shop equipment
Proper handling, use, and care of tools
Inventory and shop management
Maintenance management system
ANA Weapon Maintenance SOP
Weapon repair process
Weapon condition codes
Control substitution on weapons
Use of various Ministry of Defense Forms IAW Afghan National Army Weapons Maintenance procedures
Establish and maintain PLL stocking list
Establish and maintain parts room
The importance of inventory PLL parts
Turn-in process of weapons and NVGs
Weapons schedule services process
Troubleshooting procedures IAW Technical Manuals
Unit - operator organizational maintenance; initial inspection, corrective action, and final inspections
Perform equipment PMCS on weapon systems, NVDs, and PEQ-2A
Perform unit level maintenance and repair on weapon systems
Perform basic issue items inventory; operator level PMCS on Night Vision Devices IAW ARMY TM 11-5855-262-10-2.
Support Level Maintenance: troubleshooting procedures, initial inspection, corrective action, final inspection, maintenance, and repair of weapons systems.
Responsible for regularly interacting with US military personnel
May be responsible for making on the scene decisions as to how to execute the curriculum
Will be responsible for assessing how well
the students have learned the coursework
Required Qualifications:
Former Armorer (E-7 or above) or service equivalent with four to eight years’ experience.
Small Arms repair experience with M2, M4, M10, M110, M240, M249, M203, M24 Sniper Systems, 60MM Mortars, 81MM Mortars, and M1014 Shotgun.
Previous combat experience required.
Competent with operating Personal Computer skills & Microsoft Office
Excellent Leadership, Organizational and Project Mgmt Skills
Ability to plan and organize work, analyze problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data and recognize solutions.
Must possess a US Passport with at least 6 months of remaining eligibility
Must be able to obtain a Visa for Afghanistan
Physical & Mental Requirements:
This is an ARMED position. Must obtain and maintain eligibility to possess & operate a firearm in Afghanistan (AFG). As a business necessity, must successfully complete/maintain arming requirements including but not limited to: Psychological evaluation (initial evaluation & annual reevaluations); Completion of Civilian Arming Authorization Mgmt System (CAAMS) requirements/documentation & Arming Authorization Letter from US Forces AFG; Afghan weapons permit from the Afghan Ministry of the Interior
Wear required personal protective gear: body armor, helmet, etc. Independently lift/carry duffle bags with a max weight of 70 lbs/piece & move across uneven terrain
Work & live in AFG with potential assignment to any location in AFG based upon needs of the U.S. Gov’t
Meet medical requirements for position as determined by a pre-employment medical screening & published CRC and USCENTCOM medical deployment standards
Walk or stand on level and/or inclined surfaces up to 8 hours/day & sit for up to 3 hours/day; climb/descend stairs; grasp or handle objects; use finger dexterity; bend elbows/knees; reach above/below shoulders; read/interpret typewritten print; communicate by voice & detect sound by ear
Work, live & respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances in a potentially hostile environment - at remote locations, under austere conditions - with extreme aircraft noise, hostile fire, other acts of aggression and/or extreme weather conditions
Maintain emotional stability & behavioral composure, performing effectively during stressful situations
Comply with orders, laws, rules & regs
Reliably complete tasks & duties with min supervision
Appropriately modify behavior & demeanor to meet demands of a situation Mitigate risk to protect safety
Refrain from using alcohol/substances inappropriately
Aware of own limits; accept constructive feedback
Solve difficult/complex problems
Apply knowledge/reasoning & balances the risks/benefits when making decisions
Multi-task without negatively impacting performance
Maintain high standards of work
Communicate clearly
Engage as an active team member
Respectful of diversityDesired Qualifications:
Experience training and advising foreign military soldiers.
Min 12 months previous experience in Afghanistan.
Special Operations weapon smith preferred.Experience supporting Special Operations Forces (SOF).
Security Clearance Requirement:
Must have an active/current DoD SECRET security clearance
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree from accredited school & four (4) years of related experience, OR two (2) years related experience with Master's degree. Eight (8) years of additional equivalent work experience (12 total years) may be accepted in lieu of BA/BS education requirement.
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