Special Forces Communications Instructor (18E)

About the role

The 18E Special Forces Communications Instructor delivers classroom, hands‑on, and field‑based training on tactical communications, radio systems, COMSEC, antenna theory, and electronic warfare to Special Forces personnel at Fort Bragg. The position also supports curriculum development and ensures compliance with military training standards.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert instruction in basic electricity, radio theory, antenna construction, and field‑expedient deployment.
• Teach tactical software suites such as ATAK and MPK, and guide students through deployment, programming, and troubleshooting of HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, and SMRS radios.
• Lead the multi‑day "Max Gain" Field Performance Evaluation, assessing communication plans and signal support under simulated unconventional warfare conditions.
• Develop and maintain lesson plans, course materials, and ensure all training equipment is serviceable and properly configured.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen with an active Secret security clearance.
• Must have attained the rank of E‑7, Warrant Officer, or Commissioned Officer and be a graduate of the 18E Special Forces Communications Sergeant Course.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and ability to meet physical standards for rugged field environments.
• Completion of the Common Faculty Developer‑Instructor Course (CFD‑IC) or equivalent.

Required skills

• HF, VHF, UHF, and SATCOM radio systems (e.g., AN/PRC‑160).
• Special Mission Radio Systems (SMRS) operation and net awareness.
• Communications Security (COMSEC) management and key‑loading procedures.
• Antenna theory, construction, and field‑expedient deployment.
• Android Tactical Assault Kit (ATAK) and Mobile Planning Kit (MPK) proficiency.
• Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).