Delivery of Tactical Communications Training

The role is a Tactical Communications Instructor supporting the NCI Academy in Oeiras, Portugal, with travel to NATO and national facilities.

Main duties

• Prepare and deliver HF Operator, UHF TACSAT Basic Operator, UHF TACSAT Applications & Database Manager, and tailored tactical communications training.
• Teach theory, demonstrations and practical exercises; support students and assess their performance.
• Coordinate course schedules and preparation with Academy staff and the Tactical Communications subject matter expert.
• Prepare classrooms, radios, antennas, cryptographic equipment, frequency requests, handouts and training administration.
• Keep technical knowledge and routine course materials current. Material updates require authorization and at least two weeks for Academy review.
• Complete attendance records, results, assessments, feedback analysis and course completion documentation.
• Submit the Quality Assurance “Quad” report within one week and complete the course improvement process within two weeks of delivery.
• Restore equipment and classrooms after courses, share lessons learned and participate in requested reviews.
• Follow NATO security, confidentiality, conduct, intellectual property and data protection requirements.

Mandatory requirements

• Valid NATO SECRET clearance, issued by the National Security Authority, valid when bidding and covering the contract period.
• At least three years of relevant experience in each of the following:
  • Current NATO UHF TACSAT and HF waveforms.
  • NATO operating procedures for UHF TACSAT and HF communications.
  • Hands-on operation and maintenance of AN/PRC-117F and AN/PRC-150, including antennas and ancillary equipment.
  • Communications techniques including SCPC, DAMA, Integrated Waveform, second- and third-generation ALE, and frequency hopping.
  • Developing technical documentation, training materials and learning aids.
• English proficiency specified as STANAG 6001: Listening 3, Speaking 2, Reading 3, Writing 2, or CEFR B2–C1.
• Availability for predominantly onsite work, travel and delivery during local public holidays where required.

Desirable qualifications

• Completion certificates for A0037, A0038, A0050 and A0970 NATO CIS Technical Instructor, or an equivalent instructor qualification.
• Experience working with NCISS or the NCI Academy.
• Knowledge of PRC-117G, PRC-152, PRC-160 and PRC-167 radios.