Counter-SIGMAN Instructor/Sr SME

Professional Solutions, LLC; Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune (NC); On-site; USD 443,000 - 554,000; Part time

Job summary

Professional Solutions, LLC (ProSol) seeks a Counter-SIGMAN Instructor/SME to deliver tactical classroom instruction to Marines from 2d Reconnaissance Battalion at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC.

The three-day course covers multi-spectral signature auditing, counter-UAS, ground-sensor detection and integration into reconnaissance operations, with up to 40 Marines in attendance. Recent SOF/recon background and ability to explain complex sensor concepts are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of recent instruction of military tactical units.
• Background in SOF, reconnaissance, SIGMAN, counter-UAS, cyber, or related areas.
• Ability to tailor instruction to reconnaissance personnel and high-stakes environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced classroom instruction to up to 40 Marines.
• Remain onsite throughout the three-day period.
• Collaborate with Lead Counter-SIGMAN Instructor and ProSol staff.
• Deliver technically accurate, operationally relevant instruction.
• Answer advanced technical questions from students.
• Facilitate discussions, planning exercises, and case studies.
• Evaluate student understanding and mission-planning performance.
• Support development of course materials and handouts.

Skills

Counter-SIGMAN

SOF/recon background

Public speaking

Classroom instruction

Collaboration with senior SME

Job description

• Tactical radio emissions

Location: Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina

Position Type: Short-Term / Consultant

Training Dates: September 16–18, 2026

Customer: U.S. Marine Corps, 2d Reconnaissance Battalion

Position Summary

Professional Solutions1, LLC (ProSol) is seeking a highly qualified Counter-SIGMAN Instructor / Subject Matter Expert (SME) to provide specialized tactical classroom instruction to Marines assigned to 2d Reconnaissance Battalion at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

The instructor will support a three-day Counter Signature Management (SIGMAN) training course consisting of 24 hours of instruction for up to 40 Marines.

Training will focus on identifying, analyzing, and mitigating multi-spectral signatures that can expose reconnaissance forces to detection by modern peer and near-peer adversary sensor systems. Instruction will include multi-spectral signature auditing, counter-UAS signature management, ground-sensor detection and mitigation, and integration of signature-management techniques into amphibious and ground Reconnaissance and Surveillance (R&S) operations.

The successful candidate must possess recent experience instructing military tactical units and a strong operational or technical background in SOF, reconnaissance, Electronic Warfare, SIGMAN, counter-UAS, cybersecurity/information operations, UAS operations, or related disciplines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Provide advanced classroom instruction to up to 40 Marines.
• Remain onsite throughout the entire three-day instructional period.
• Work collaboratively with the Lead Counter-SIGMAN Instructor and other ProSol personnel.
• Deliver technically accurate, operationally relevant instruction tailored to reconnaissance personnel.
• Answer advanced technical and tactical student questions.
• Facilitate student discussions, tactical planning exercises, and case-study analysis.
• Evaluate student understanding and mission-planning performance.
• Assist in identifying recurring signature vulnerabilities and recommending mitigation techniques.
• Support development and refinement of course presentations, student handouts, reference guides, and instructional materials.

Required Instructional Areas

Multi-Spectral Signature Auditing

Provide instruction concerning how adversaries employ multi-spectral detection systems and how reconnaissance teams can assess and reduce vulnerabilities across multiple signature domains.

Topics Include

• Audio and acoustic signatures
• Tactical movement and equipment noise
• Electro-optical and visual signatures
• Camouflage and concealment considerations
• Movement detection
• Infrared and thermal signatures
• Near-Infrared detection
• Thermal footprint reduction
• Electromagnetic and RF signatures
• Tactical radio emissions
• Electronic-device vulnerabilities
• Wireless signals
• Appropriate tactical waveform employment
• Digital footprints
• Network metadata
• Device-pairing emissions
• Personal and tactical electronic-device signatures

Counter-UAS Signature Auditing

Provide Instruction On

• Type 1 and Type 2 UAS capabilities
• Threat UAS flight patterns
• UAS sensor capabilities
• Detection thresholds
• Visual-signature mitigation
• Thermal-signature mitigation
• RF-signature mitigation
• Techniques for reducing reconnaissance-team exposure to overhead sensors

Counter Ground-Sensor Auditing

Provide Instruction Concerning

• Seismic sensors
• Acoustic sensors
• Infrared sensors
• Magnetic sensors
• Active sensor systems
• Passive sensor systems
• Recognition of possible sensor arrays
• Physical-signature mitigation
• Acoustic-signature mitigation
• Sensor detection and bypass considerations

Reconnaissance and Surveillance Integration

Assist Students In Integrating

• Multi-spectral SIGMAN
• Counter-UAS mitigation
• Ground-sensor avoidance
• Signature auditing
• Threat analysis

into the planning and execution of amphibious and ground R&S missions.

Facilitate

• Tactical mission-planning exercises
• Student-led planning
• Case-study signature audits
• Instructor-led reviews
• Tactical discussions
• Student performance feedback

Course Evaluation and Deliverable Support

The instructor will assist the Lead Instructor and ProSol program management with required course products, including:

• Daily summaries of student progress
• Key learning outcomes
• Instructional highlights
• Student attendance documentation
• Certificates of Completion
• Classroom evaluation findings
• Student mission-planning assessments
• Identification of systemic signature vulnerabilities
• Tactical training recommendations
• Final After-Action Report input

Daily course summaries are required for delivery to the 2d Reconnaissance Battalion Training Cell by 0800 the following morning.

The final comprehensive AAR must be completed within five business days after course completion.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must possess:

• A minimum of three years of experience within the previous five years instructing military tactical units in one or more of the following:
• Multi-spectral SIGMAN
• Electronic signature analysis
• Cyber footprint auditing
• Instructional experience supporting:
• Special Operations Forces; and/or
• Conventional military reconnaissance units
• A documented SOF or reconnaissance-related operational or professional background.
• A documented military or industry-recognized certification in at least one of the following areas:
• Electronic Warfare
• Cybersecurity
• Information Operations
• Unmanned Aircraft Systems operations
• Demonstrated tactical instructional skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex sensor, signature, electronic, and threat concepts to military students.
• Ability to evaluate tactical mission planning and provide constructive operational feedback.
• Ability to work collaboratively with another senior SME instructor.
• Ability to meet Marine Corps Base Camp Camp Lejeune installation-access requirements.

Highly Desired Qualifications

Highly competitive candidates may possess experience in one or more of the following:

• U.S. Marine Corps Reconnaissance
• Force Reconnaissance
• Marine Forces Special Operations Command
• U.S. Special Operations Forces
• Reconnaissance and Surveillance operations
• SIGMAN
• Electronic Warfare
• Signals Intelligence
• RF spectrum operations
• Counter-UAS
• UAS operations
• Ground sensors
• Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance
• Cybersecurity
• Information Operations
• Tactical communications
• Military curriculum development
• Formal military instruction

Prior experience instructing Marine Corps reconnaissance personnel is strongly desired.

Schedule

Candidates Must Be Available For All Three Instructional Days

• September 16, 2026
• September 17, 2026
• September 18, 2026

Candidates must also be available for reasonable course preparation before execution and limited post-course reporting support following completion.

Work Environment

This is a classroom-based instructional requirement located at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

No field maneuvers, live tactical vehicle operations, role players, or live-fly UAS operations are required.

The Government will provide a classroom with standard audiovisual equipment. ProSol will provide required curriculum, student materials, reference materials, and applicable passive/non-radiating instructional aids.

Security / Installation Access

The Performance Work Statement does not identify a required security-clearance level for this position.

The selected instructor must successfully satisfy Camp Lejeune contractor vetting and installation-access requirements before performance.

Additional Information

ProSol is an equal opportunity employer, EEO/D/M/V/F. ProSol welcomes and encourages diversity in the workforce. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.