Technical Trainer, Command And Control Operations

Job Title: Trainer, Command and Control Operations

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Surface and Air Surveillance & Command and Control (C2) Operations Subject Matter Expert to support training, analysis, and operational integration efforts. This role requires deep, hands-on operational knowledge in building and maintaining a recognized air and surface picture using multiple sensors, communications paths, and data links. The ideal candidate brings operational and instructional experience from U.S. military, NATO, or similar service and non-military personnel that has taught or supported training at a recognized service schoolhouse or training center.

Responsibilities

• Support training, analysis, and operational integration efforts.
• Build and maintain a recognized air and surface picture using multiple sensors, communications paths, and data links.
• Provide instructional support and operational expertise in Surface and Air Surveillance & Command and Control (C2) Operations.

Essential Skills

• Prior military service (Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or NATO).
• Direct experience in surface and/or air surveillance operations.
• Experience identifying, tracking, and managing air and surface objects.
• Experience contributing to or maintaining a common operational picture.
• Demonstrated operational proficiency regardless of rank or title.
• Familiarity with Automatic Independent Surveillance, marine radar products, and maritime safety.
• Knowledge of ADS-B, radio direction finding, Electronic Support Measures, and Electronic Intelligence.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Instructor experience at a recognized military schoolhouse or training center.
• Experience as a Navy Operations Specialist (OS), Coast Guard surveillance operator, Air Force C2 / air surveillance operator, Marine Corps Tactical Operations, or equivalent.
• Joint or multi-domain operational experience.
• Experience supporting training development, simulation, or operational analysis.

Work Environment

This role will be fully on-site in a Training/ Classroom setting in Elkridge, MD (Howard County, Maryland) with a 9/80 work schedule.

This is a Contract position based out of Elkridge, MD.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $46.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Elkridge,MD.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.