Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) Weapons-based Instructor I

Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) Weapons-based Instructor I Armada LTD United States, Mississippi, Gulfport 320 Marvin Shields Boulevard (Show on map) May 12, 2026

Type:

Full Time Location:

Gulfport, MS Overtime Exempt:

No Reports to:

ARMADA HQ

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CONTINGENT UPON AWARDING OF A GOVERNMENT CONTRACT

•Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) Weapons-based Instructor I will support the delivery of the ECS Course of Instruction. The Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) course is designed to provide basic expeditionary combat skills training necessary to professionally and safely perform high-risk security operations when assigned to Navy Expeditionary Combat Command (NECC) or Naval Special Warfare (NSW) organizations. This course will provide NECC and NSW personnel with the necessary individual knowledge, skills and abilities to perform Combat First Aid, don and wear Individual Combat Equipment (ICE) and Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive (CBRNE) gear, function safely in a field and CBRNE environment, learn basic Land Navigation, understand basic tactical radio communications procedures and reports, understand Counter-Improvised Explosive Devices (C-IED) operations and conduct small arms (pistol and rifle) range live fire, missions and ammunition handling safely with minimum risk.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Weapons-based Instructor I personnel are expected to be ready to teach the content assigned to them and be able to pass any tests associated with that content consistent with the standards of the contractor's internal quality assurance plan. Weapons-based Instructor I personnel shall be familiar with all presentation, delivery method, testing and remediation procedures, curriculum, training aids, devices, electronic podiums, and equipment operation and maintenance procedures associated with the course or section of the course they will instruct. In all cases, the Instructor Evaluation and Certification Process shall be completed prior to the instructor teaching Navy students. The Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) course will allow personnel to demonstrate, qualify and become comfortable with both primary and secondary weapons. This course is classified as High Risk as defined in

OPNAVINST 1500.75C

(Policy and Guidance for Conducting High-Risk Training). Weapons-based Instructor I personnel will deliver training on the below topics, as well as providing instructional and safety support for live-fire weapons training. "Basic Tactical Communications" Convoy Operations - Basic "Small Arms" Tactical Shooting "Counter Improvised Explosive Devices (C-IED)" Mission Planning "Basic Tactical Movement" Basic CBRNE Procedures "Tactical Decision Making (Shoot/Don't Shoot)" Weapons-based Instructor I personnel are responsible for demonstrating modern dynamic combat shooting skills. All Weapons-based Instructors must be familiar with the M9 Service Pistol and M4 Carbine and capable of achieving a "Sharpshooter" qualification score with both weapons. Weapons-based Instructor I personnel are responsible for acting as a designated Range Safety Officer (RSO). This designation requires the satisfactory completion of the appropriate small arms instructor qualification as directed by the paragraph above, completion of the applicable Personnel Qualification Standards (PQS) for Range Safety Officer (RSO) as contained in the Security Force Weapons PQS (NAVEDTRA 43466-C), and a letter of designation signed by the

CENSECFOR

Commanding Officer or designated representative. The Range Safety Officer may call the course fire in accordance with

OPNAVINST 3591.1F.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Expeditionary Combat Skills (ECS) Weapons-based Instructor I personnel shall: Possess the fitness and conditioning to support the level of instruction. Be personally capable of performing all training evolutions including the ability to effectively complete weapons qualifications in the standing, kneeling and prone positions, ascend or descend ladders and go through narrow passageways, and be free of any abnormal fear of heights. Possess a current certification in Basic First Aid from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute, or other locally available means. Possess a current certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute, or other locally available means.

Minimum Education and Experience:

GED/HS Diploma Experience in Military, Law Enforcement, or other Security Discipline Must possess a current certification in Basic First Aid from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute, or other locally available means Must possess a current certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, National Safety Council, American Safety and Health Institute, or other locally available means. Must be familiar with the M9 Service Pistol and M4 Carbine and capable of achieving a "Sharpshooter" qualification score with both weapons.

Disclaimer:

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position.

Special Notes:

Relocation is not available for these jobs. ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Must be able to successfully pass a background check, and pre-employment drug testing. Job offers are contingent upon results of background check and drug testing.