Army ROTC Military Science Instructor - 1 August opens

Management Analysis Technologies (MAT), Inc

Houghton (MI)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Travel opportunities

Military training environment

Job summary

Management Analysis Technologies (MAT), Inc is seeking a Military Science Instructor (MSI) to support the US Army ROTC program. The role involves teaching both in classroom and field settings, requiring strong instructional abilities and extensive military experience.

The ideal candidate will have served as a commissioned officer in the U.S. Army and possess a thorough knowledge of military training and evaluation techniques. Responsibilities include preparing Cadets for challenges in academic and practical environments.

Qualifications

Minimum of six years prior Active or Reserve Component military experience.
Must have been a commissioned officer within the U.S. Army.
Possess knowledge of basic soldier skills and military organization.

Responsibilities

Provide military science instruction in classroom and field settings.
Use mixed media and innovation to enhance learning.
Coach and prepare Cadet teams for competitions.

Skills

Military training

Field instruction

Leadership skills

Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer within the U.S Army

Prior military experience

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Small arms and ammunition

Job description

Position opens 1 August 2026

Since 2002 MAT has been providing top-quality services to clients representing multiple federal and state-level agencies. MAT’s vision is to be the company of choice for expert analysis, thoughtful solutions, and a professional workforce to succeed in the evolving world of work. The Military Science Instructor (MSI) will support the US Army ROTC contract by teaching in both indoor classroom and field training settings, presenting standardized instruction and creative workshops.

Summary

The Military Science Instructor (MSI) will teach effectively in an indoor classroom and field training setting, presenting both standardized instruction and creative workshops. Contractor personnel shall have demonstrated instructor ability in military field training exercises and be able to live/instruct in a field environment for extended periods during training exercises.

Essential Functions

Provide military science instruction, group and/or individual training, field instruction and training in accordance with Cadet Command’s program of Instruction (POI), syllabus, and other ROTC-directed or emerging training in various settings on and off campus, to include field environments.
Use provided mixed media (visual aids) and innovation to teach the learning and lesson objectives. Ensure students are properly tested in class and successfully apply theory in practice during training and assessment events outside of the classroom and the academic year.
Provide expert training at Warrior Tasks and Battle Drills, small unit tactics, and physical fitness.
Coach, teach and prepare competitive Cadet teams including ranger challenge, drill team, and color guard.
Instruct Cadets on the leader/officer-to-NCO relationship in both garrison and combat environments, including squad, platoon, and above levels from the NCO perspective.
Instruct and prepare Cadets on receiving and executing written and verbal plans and concepts and crisis/contingency management.
Assist Government personnel in marketing/recruiting efforts at recruiting and marketing events, such as freshman orientations, by assisting with Cadet prospect development.
Support Cadet Summer Training (CST) for approximately 40 days at Fort Knox, KY.
Transport ROTC personnel, Cadets, students, supplies, and materials in conjunction with training exercises and other ROTC events; requires a valid vehicle operator’s license, completion of Accident Avoidance training, 15 pax van training, and proof of insurance. Contractor personnel are subject to pecuniary liability for causing the loss, damage or destruction of Government vehicles, IAW AR 735-5 Property Accountability Policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not have any direct reports.

Work Environment

This position functions primarily in an indoor classroom setting. Some instruction may occur outdoors and/or offsite, such as Ranger Challenge, Color Guard, Leadership Labs and Field Training Exercises (FTX). Other activities such as recruiting events may require travel and could involve being outdoors.

Physical Demands

Ability to speak and communicate clearly.
Ability to physically demonstrate activities as necessary, such as during field instruction, drills, etc.
Ability to operate on uneven terrain during Leadership Labs and Field Training Exercises.
Ability to travel by car, van, truck, plane, and/or other methods to assigned events or activities.
Ability to participate in recruiting events and other events or activities as assigned.

Travel Required

Yes – travel as needed; overnight travel annually to attend CST.

Required Education and Experience

Have been a Commissioned or Non-Commissioned Officer within the U.S Army, Active Component, or former or current member of the U.S Army Reserve, or Army National Guard (Note: Air Force, Marines, Navy, and people that have served in other branches or countries’ military services do not qualify for this position).
Permanent employment – minimum of six (6) years prior Active or Reserve Component military experience.
Temporary employment – minimum of four (4) years – six (6) years preferred – prior active or reserve military experience.
Experience shall be current (within the last five years at time of initial assignment) and have been terminated with an honorable discharge or retirement. Service includes working as a GS or contractor supporting the US Army only if it has been within the last 5 years and if you have previously retired from the US Army or ETS’s with an honorable discharge.
Meet the academic institution’s qualifications and requirements for instructor positions at that institution.
Possess a thorough knowledge of the Army organizational structure, mission objectives, function, procedures, agency regulations and policy pertaining to the Department of the Army.
Have knowledge and experience of military training and field training evaluations.
Possess knowledge of basic Soldier skills; not limited to but includes map reading, land navigation, marksmanship, drill and ceremonies, weapons experience with U.S Army small arms.
Possess knowledge of safety skills in the use of small arms, ammunition and pyrotechnics.
Possess computer skills, including Microsoft Word, spreadsheets, graphics programs, performance of user maintenance, Microsoft Windows environments, and familiarity with e-mail and internet environment and operations.
Teach effectively in classroom and field training setting, presenting both standardized instruction and creative workshops.
Contractor personnel shall have demonstrated instructor ability in military field training exercises and be able to live/instruct in field environment for extended periods during training exercises.