Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Instructor

Applied Training Solutions; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Training Solutions in New Jersey seeks a Counter-IED (C-IED) Instructor at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. You will deliver instruction on CIED principles, manage training devices and pyrotechnics, transport students, and serve as Range Safety Officer.

Requirements include Navy EOD graduate or equivalent, 4+ years EOD or 3 years C-IED instruction, an associate degree, a valid driver’s license, and ability to operate government vehicles. A background check and clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Navy EOD graduate or equivalent.
• 4+ years EOD experience or 3 years C-IED instruction.
• Associate degree or nearing completion.
• Experience in uncertain or hostile environments or in roles with federal/state agency requirements.
• Strong understanding of current IED threats.
• Air Force small arms qualification.
• Valid driver's license; able to operate government vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction on CIED principles, concepts, and tactics.
• Safely handle and utilize explosive training devices on site.
• Attend USAF EOS training and obtain competency certificate.
• Manage training devices and pyrotechnics for daily courses.
• Transport students to and from training locations.
• Serve as Range Safety Officer and enforce safety protocols.
• Maintain instructional records and comply with accreditation policies.
• Complete initial training within 60 days of employment.

Skills

Military/EOD experience

C-IED instruction

Driver's license

Records management

Education

Navy EOD training

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Title

Counter-Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) Instructor

Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ

USAF Expeditionary Operations School (EOS) Fieldcraft Training

Job Duties

• Deliver instruction on CIED principles, concepts, and tactics.
• Safely handle and utilize explosive training devices within installation and training areas.
• Attend USAF EOS training, obtain competency certificate. The course consists of approximately two weeks of institutional skills training designed to indoctrinate new military instructors as well as one‑year instructor upgrade certification period. Sister Service instructor courses generally meet the Academic Instructor Course requirement.
• Attend AF training classes provided by the USAF EOS and receive a certificate of competency for use and movement of explosive training devices at the completion of training.
• Manage training devices and pyrotechnics for daily courses.
• Transport students to and from training locations.
• Successfully complete required instructional courses.
• Serve as Range Safety Officer, ensuring safety protocols.
• Instruct complex combat scenarios using experience and prepared lesson plans.
• Maintain accurate instructional records and comply with accreditation policies.
• Complete initial training within 60 days of employment.
• Be responsible for setup, use, reconstitution, and inventory of training devices and pyrotechnics used during daily training courses.

Basic Qualifications

• Graduate of Navy School of Explosive Ordnance Disposal or equivalent.
• Minimum of (4) years military/civilian EOD experience or (3) years instructing C-IED material.
• Associate degree or nearing completion.
• Have either prior, military deployed experience in environments ranging from uncertain or hostile environments or federal and/or state agency relevant experience in skills required to operate and survive in multiple environments.
• Thorough comprehension of current IED threats.
• Proficient in Air Force small arms qualification.
• Possess a valid driver's license and capable of operating government vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with Adobe Acrobat is preferred.

Other Requirements

• U.S. citizenship required: U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non‑U.S. citizens.
• Performance Location: Joint Base McGuire‑Dix‑Lakehurst, NJ.
• Relocation Assistance: No.
• Clearance Type: Must be able to pass a background check.
• Travel Required: No.
• Salary: $70k‑$75k.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this position, the instructor is regularly required to speak, listen, and write. Frequent physical activities include the use of hands and fingers to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, as well as foot and ankle movements. The instructor is also required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The individual must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The typical noise level in the work environment is moderate. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations (if possible) may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Training Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.